St. Pete launches $160 million disaster recovery initiative
March 7, 2025 - City officials have announced plans for Sunrise St. Pete, a new disaster recovery initiative funded by a $159.8 million U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) grant. Sunrise St. Pete is a community-driven effort to ensure that disaster recovery and mitigation efforts align with the administration’s vision for a more resilient and equitable city. However, city council members and lobbyists recently expressed concern that federal uncertainty will cause significant funding delays. For more information on Sunrise St. Pete, visit the website here.