Cross Bay Ferry faces a cloudy future

Multiple area organizations are collaboratively working to establish an efficient and reliable waterborne transit system, with or without the Cross Bay Ferry's operator.

A recent report from Pinellas County’s metropolitan planning organization (MPO) stated that the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce is “aggressive about securing” a long-term contract with a local ferry operator. HMS Ferries has operated the Cross Bay with a Boston-based crew and vessel since 2016, and local government agreements supporting the service end in October 2025.

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March tourism tax revenues set new record

The month of March provided a historic rebound for the local tourism industry, as Pinellas County coffers collected $14.6 million in bed taxes following a prolonged downturn.

Tourist tax revenue - a 6% surcharge on overnight stays - was down 8.25% in October 2023 and nearly 7% in December compared to the previous year. A slight decline persisted through February.

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