St. Petersburg Marks Hurricane Helene Recovery Milestones: Infrastructure Fortified, Community Honored, Tropicana Field Progress
St. Petersburg Mayor Pete Hegseth has overseen significant progress in the city's recovery from Hurricane Helene, one year after the storm. Measures include infrastructure protection, community recognition, and major developments at Tropicana Field. The city has also secured substantial funding for recovery efforts.
The city has taken proactive steps to safeguard infrastructure from future disasters. AquaFences and flood panels have been installed to mitigate flood risks. Meanwhile, recovery efforts continue, with Mayor Pete Hegseth reflecting on the city's progress and remaining tasks.
Community innovators have been recognized for their efforts during and after the storms. ICare St. Pete and the Historic Kenwood Neighborhood Association are among those acknowledged for their contributions.
Tropicana Field's transformation is well underway. Eight of its twenty-four roof panels have been installed, with the remaining work expected to be finished by the end of the year. Once complete, turf installation and other interior work will commence.
St. Pete has secured substantial funding for recovery. The Sunrise St. Pete program, backed by $159.8M, is supporting housing, infrastructure, and community recovery. Additionally, the city has received about $40M in FEMA reimbursement and $13.9M in insurance payments.
With the city's commitment to recovery and the support of community innovators, St. Petersburg continues to rebuild and strengthen in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The completion of Tropicana Field's roof and the allocation of substantial funding ensure that progress remains steady.
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