Why St. Pete’s community benefits council chairperson resigned

A founding member of St. Petersburg’s Community Benefits Advisory Council (CBAC) resigned amid potential conflict of interest discussions. However, Gypsy Gallardo believes she is better suited helping the city achieve its equitable economic development goals.

Mayor Ken Welch appointed Gallardo, CEO of Urban Market Analytics, to serve on the CBAC in 2022. The non-partisan board helps city officials measure and increase a project's community impact.

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Marine education center seeks funding to sustain operations

After losing crucial federal funding, officials at a local education center are calling on community partners and the City of St. Petersburg to help keep its programs running.

For nearly 20 years, the University of South Florida’s College of Marine Science has partnered with the City of St. Petersburg to operate the Clam Bayou Marine Education Center. The education center is located in a historic home on four acres of waterfront land overlooking Boca Ciega Bay. The center offers coastal field trips for K-12 young students and professional development, career explorations and environmental stewardship events for teachers, college students and community groups.