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We Are St. Pete: Moving forward

Mayor Ken Welch took St. Pete City Hall on tour throughout the year. Each quarter, the mayor and his city leadership team hosted ‘open house’ tour stops at four recreation centers to listen to and learn from residents. ST. PETERSBURG - To our St. Pete community: Thank you for the trust that you’ve placed in […]

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