Lawmakers could repeal local fertilizer bans

The summer rainy season is rapidly approaching, and St. Petersburg will continue its 14-year tradition of banning fertilizer use to prevent harmful nutrients from reaching waterways and fueling toxic algal blooms.

Pinellas County and at least 25 of its municipalities also implement a similar ordinance from June through September. However, State Rep. Lindsay Cross (D-St. Petersburg) and conservationists throughout the state believe lawmakers are on a path to repeal local restrictions.

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Preserve the ‘Burg, county band together to educate public

Preserve the 'Burg is teaming up with Pinellas County for the first time to present a combined expo and summit to educate residents about the latest preservation efforts and changes in the community.

"The idea is to marry speakers and presenters with vendors and non-profit groups to create a space for conversation around these issues. The topics relate to our history, preservation, walkability, affordability, resiliency and small business creation," the advocacy group's Executive Director Manny Leto said. "St. Pete's historic neighborhoods are at the heart of those issues."