Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council

09/11/2026

📢 The Innovation Showcase is Back for the 2027 Regional Resiliency Summit! 📢

Do you have an innovative project, product, technology, or solution that helps build resilience in the Tampa Bay region? Showcase your work and connect with community leaders, planners, emergency managers, researchers, and resilience professionals from across the region.

Throughout Day 1 of the Summit, selected participants will have the opportunity to engage attendees in a dedicated demonstration space designed to highlight cutting-edge resilience innovations.

Submissions will be evaluated based on:
✅ How effectively the innovation addresses resiliency challenges in the Tampa Bay region
✅ The level of interaction and engagement provided for Summit attendees

🗓️ Interest Form Deadline: October 15, 2026
📣 Notifications: October 30, 2026

Don't miss this opportunity to put your innovation in front of a regional audience and help shape a more resilient future!

🔗 Learn more and submit your interest form: https://tbrpc.org/summit2027/

Questions? Contact Alison Prater at [email protected].

We are honored to invite you to the 7th Regional Resiliency Summit, hosted by the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council and its Regional Resiliency Coalition. This important event will take place on […]

09/09/2026

🌪️ September is Florida Prepares Month 🌪️

As we reach the historical peak of hurricane season, now is the time to review your emergency plans, refresh your disaster supply kits, and ensure your family, business, or organization is ready for whatever may come.

We recently launched a new resource page featuring hurricane preparedness information, planning tools, evacuation resources, disaster recovery assistance, and resiliency programs available throughout the region 🤝

Whether you're creating a plan for the first time or updating an existing one, these resources can help you stay prepared.

✅ Know your zone
✅ Make a plan
✅ Build a kit
✅ Stay informed
✅ Access local and regional preparedness resources

🔗 Explore the new resource hub and take steps today to protect your family, business, and community: https://tbrpc.org/september-is-florida-prepares-month/

09/02/2026

📊 Take our Flood Risk Survey: https://www.partimap.eu/en/p/TBCMP-Flood-Survey/0

Do you know the difference between stormwater and storm surge?

📊 Take the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council’s Flood Risk Survey:
https://www.partimap.eu/en/p/TBCMP-Flood-Survey/0

During storm season Pinellas County has a higher risk of experiencing flood conditions from increased rainfall, rising tides, and tropical storms or hurricanes.

🌧️ Stormwater comes from rainfall. Heavy rain runs off roads, rooftops, parking lots, and other surfaces, potentially overwhelming drainage systems and flowing into nearby waterways.

🌊 Storm surge comes from the ocean. During major storms, strong winds can push seawater onto land, causing a rapid rise in water levels and life-threatening coastal flooding.

🔗You can report stormwater problems, such as flooding, clogged drains, or pollution via See-Click-Fix or by calling (727) 464-8900.

Infographic Courtesy of: Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council

09/02/2026

🎉 Exciting news for the Tampa Bay region! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce that three U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) FY25 Disaster Supplemental Grants have been awarded in our region, helping strengthen economic recovery and resilience following recent extreme weather events.

✅ Hernando County Government received $13.6 million for critical infrastructure improvements at the Brooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport (BKV), supporting aviation development, job creation, and long-term economic growth.
✅ The City of Treasure Island, received $125,000 to develop an Economic Revitalization and Resiliency Plan focused on industry diversification, business attraction, and guiding post-hurricane rebuilding efforts.
✅ Tampa Bay Wave received $1.4 million to launch a pilot accelerator initiative designed to foster economic resilience in the wake of Hurricanes Idalia, Helene, and Milton.

These investments will help our communities rebuild stronger, create opportunities, and enhance resilience across the Tampa Bay region 🙌

08/28/2026

🌊 Building Regional Resilience Through Coastal Flooding Training 🌊

Last week, we were proud to facilitate a free, in-person, two-day training led by the NOAA Office for Coastal Management on coastal inundation mapping.

A total of 26 GIS professionals, Certified Floodplain Managers, and scientists participated, representing organizations from across the Tampa Bay region, including Citrus County, Hernando County, Pasco County, Pinellas County, Hillsborough County, Manatee County, the City of St. Petersburg, and the Florida Flood Hub.

As sea levels rise and extreme weather events become more frequent, technical training like this helps equip local governments and partners with the tools needed to better prepare for high tide flooding, hurricanes, and intense rainfall events ⛈️

Special thanks to Doug Marcy and Matthew Pendleton for traveling from NOAA's Office for Coastal Management in Charleston, SC, to share their expertise and lead this valuable training!

Working together, we're strengthening our region's ability to anticipate, plan for, and respond to coastal flood risks 🤝

08/28/2026

We recently welcomed Patrick to our team as our very first USF MURP fellow 🙌

Access expert technical assistance for community design and decision-making from the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council. Our services encompass scenario planning, meeting facilitation, economic analysis, and more. Get an independent perspective on regional or community issues.

08/21/2026

📣 Save the date for the 7th Regional Resiliency Summit! 📣

We’re proud to invite you to the 7th Regional Resiliency Summit at the Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel on May 6 & 7, 2027.

This year’s theme, “Implementation: From Goals to Action,” focuses on turning resilience plans and policies into measurable results. Attendees will explore innovative approaches to resilient construction, energy adaptation, transportation, economic development, redevelopment, strategic communication, and community engagement.

The Summit will feature keynote speakers, panels, technical presentations, interactive discussions, and valuable networking with leaders across the Tampa Bay region 🤝

The event will also feature the 33rd Annual Future of the Region Awards, presented during the Resiliency Summit luncheon on May 7 🏆

Join us as we move from vision to ex*****on and work together to build a stronger, more adaptable Tampa Bay region!

📅 May 6–7, 2027
📍 Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel
🔗 https://tbrpc.org/summit2027/

08/19/2026

📢 RFQ Opportunity: Environmental Planning and Brownfields Services 📢

We are now accepting Statements of Qualifications from experienced environmental firms registered to do business in Florida.

Qualified consultants will be considered to support TBRPC staff with the implementation of the FY27 Brownfields Assessment Grant and future EPA grants awarded to TBRPC between 2026 and 2030.

📅 Deadline to Submit: Monday, September 7, 2026, by 4:00 PM
🔗 View the full RFQ and submission instructions: https://tbrpc.org/rfp/

08/03/2026

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07/10/2026

🌧️ Join us on August 7 at 10:00 AM ET for a statewide webinar exploring Extreme Rainfall & Flood Mitigation Through Regional Collaboration 🌧️

Hosted by the East Central, Northeast, Central, North Central, Treasure Coast, and Tampa Bay Regional Planning Councils, this free webinar will highlight a multi-regional FloridaCommerce CDBG-MIT initiative that developed a standardized approach to assessing future extreme rainfall and identifying flood mitigation strategies across jurisdictional boundaries.

Participants will:
✅ Learn how regional data is informing vulnerability assessments and planning efforts
✅ Explore gray, green, and hybrid flood mitigation strategies featured in 12 conceptual mitigation plans
✅ Discover the Flood Mitigation Best Practice Portal, including resources on projects, ordinances, stormwater manuals, and more
✅ Learn how to access regional datasets to support local planning

This webinar is ideal for professionals in planning, stormwater management, emergency management, resilience, GIS, floodplain management, and public works.

🎓 Approved for 1.5 FLAPA Suncoast Chapter CM Credits and 1.0 Sustainability & Resilience Credit.
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