Community Conversations identify top areas of concern for St. Pete residents

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Community Conversations identify top areas of concern for St. Pete residents

'One of my pillars of governance is staying in touch with everyone who lives, works, or plays in St. Petersburg. Our Community Conversations series is one of our tactics to accomplish that goal,' said Mayor Ken Welch. ST. PETERSBURG - Mayor Ken Welch is announcing results from an analysis of his Community Conversations series held […]

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