Regional report: Living costs straining household budgets

Tampa Bay’s population growth outpaced 19 similar metropolitan areas again in 2023; however, costs continue increasing, with residents now spending 57% of their income on housing and transportation expenses.

Those are two key findings from companion economic competitiveness reports released by the Tampa Bay Partnership and the University of South Florida’s Muma College of Business. Nearly 500 business, community and government leaders discussed research insights and implications Monday at the annual State of the Region luncheon.

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Florida ice cream company opens first St. Pete location

Pickleball’s popularity continues fueling park-use debate

Converting tennis courts to pickleball courts has drawn the ire of some nearby residents and sparked ongoing debate over what constitutes a “substantial change” to St. Petersburg’s parks.

At a Feb. 8 committee meeting, city council members approved proposed city code amendments that clarify outdated language. Most notably, the revisions eliminate an exception that allowed the city to convert less than a quarter-acre of “passive” park space to “active” uses.

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