BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://tbrpc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20280312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20281105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260907 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20231127T204718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T204718Z UID:10000792-1788739200-1788825599@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Holiday/TBRPC Office Closed DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/holiday-tbrpc-office-closed-3/2026-09-07/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Holiday-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T120000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20251217T153459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T153459Z UID:10001180-1789030800-1789041600@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Agency on Bay and Coastal Management DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/agency-on-bay-and-coastal-management-3/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Hybrid: In-Person and Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ABCM-3-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T143000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20260901T175402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T175402Z UID:10001253-1789133400-1789137000@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Environmental Planning and Brownfields Services RFQ Selection Committee DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/environmental-planning-and-brownfields-services-rfq-selection-committee/ CATEGORIES:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/TBRPC-4-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T120000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20260825T201734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T201734Z UID:10001252-1789380000-1789387200@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Committee DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/comprehensive-economic-development-strategy-ceds-committee/ CATEGORIES:Hybrid: In-Person and Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/TBRPC-3-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T113000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20260817T165205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T175450Z UID:10001250-1791280800-1791286200@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Tampa Bay Sustainability & Resiliency Network Quarterly Meeting DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/tampa-bay-sustainability-resiliency-network-quarterly-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Coalition-3-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T113000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20251216T191454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T191747Z UID:10001177-1791367200-1791372600@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Resilient Shorelines and Spaces Workgroup Meeting DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/resilient-shorelines-and-spaces-workgroup-meeting-4/ CATEGORIES:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Coalition-3-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T100000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20260109T204300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T142624Z UID:10001207-1791795600-1791799200@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Executive Budget Committee DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/executive-budget-committee-5/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Hybrid: In-Person and Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/TBRPC-3-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T120000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20260109T191537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T162935Z UID:10001201-1791799200-1791806400@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Council Meeting DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/council-meeting-5/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Hybrid: In-Person and Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/TBRPC-3-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T140000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20260114T200351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T200351Z UID:10001212-1791806400-1791813600@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Regional Resiliency Coalition Steering Committee DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/regional-resiliency-coalition-steering-committee-5/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Hybrid: In-Person and Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Coalition-3-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T113000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20251216T162811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T162811Z UID:10001174-1792144800-1792150200@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Courtney Campbell Scenic Highway Corridor Advisory Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/courtney-campbell-scenic-highway-corridor-advisory-committee-meeting-5/ CATEGORIES:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CCSHCAC-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T150000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20260818T132036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T132036Z UID:10001251-1792674000-1792681200@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Tampa Bay Coastal Master Plan - Joint Workgroup Meeting DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/tampa-bay-coastal-master-plan-joint-workgroup-meeting-2/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Hybrid: In-Person and Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/TBCMP-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T110000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20251217T163153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T163153Z UID:10001185-1793093400-1793098800@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Stormwater Management Public Education & Training Committee DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/stormwater-management-public-education-training-committee-4/ CATEGORIES:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/TBRPC-2-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261111 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20251106T212524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T155405Z UID:10001161-1794355200-1794441599@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Holiday/TBRPC Office Closed DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/holiday-tbrpc-office-closed-4-2/2026-11-11/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Holiday-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T103000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20260120T210806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T143821Z UID:10001217-1794994200-1794997800@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) Subcommittee Quarterly Meeting DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/hazardous-materials-emergency-preparedness-hmep-subcommittee-quarterly-meeting-4/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Hybrid: In-Person and Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/HMEP-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T120000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20260120T211456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T143718Z UID:10001218-1794997800-1795003200@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Tampa Bay Local Emergency Planning Committee Quarterly Meeting DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/tampa-bay-local-emergency-planning-committee-quarterly-meeting-3/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Hybrid: In-Person and Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/LEPC-01-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T143000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20251217T210453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T182147Z UID:10001189-1795006800-1795012200@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Stormwater/Infrastructure Work Group DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/stormwater-infrastructure-work-group-5/ CATEGORIES:Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ABCM-3-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261126 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261128 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20231127T203116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T205013Z UID:10000812-1795651200-1795823999@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Holiday/TBRPC Office Closed DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/holiday-3/2026-11-26/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Holiday-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T120000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20251217T154213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T154213Z UID:10001181-1796893200-1796904000@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Agency on Bay and Coastal Management DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/agency-on-bay-and-coastal-management-4/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Hybrid: In-Person and Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ABCM-3-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T100000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20260109T204907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T144747Z UID:10001208-1797238800-1797242400@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Executive Budget Committee DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/executive-budget-committee-6/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Hybrid: In-Person and Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/TBRPC-3-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T120000 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20260109T195459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T162928Z UID:10001203-1797242400-1797249600@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Council Meeting DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/council-meeting-7/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Hybrid: In-Person and Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/TBRPC-3-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261226 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20231127T205200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T205200Z UID:10000821-1798156800-1798243199@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Holiday/TBRPC Office Closed DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/holiday-tbrpc-office-closed-5/2026-12-25/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Holiday-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270102 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20231127T185905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T190035Z UID:10000738-1798761600-1798847999@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Holiday/TBRPC Office Closed DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/holiday-1/2027-01-01/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Holiday-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270119 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20231127T200637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T203258Z UID:10000748-1800230400-1800316799@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Holiday/TBRPC Office Closed DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/holiday-2/2027-01-18/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Holiday-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270531 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270601 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20231127T203752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T203752Z UID:10000773-1811721600-1811807999@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Holiday/TBRPC Office Closed DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/holiday-tbrpc-office-closed/2027-05-31/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Holiday-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270620 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20240617T140750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T140750Z UID:10000974-1813363200-1813449599@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Holiday/TBRPC Office Closed DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/holiday-tbrpc-office-closed-8/2027-06-19/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Holiday-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270703 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270704 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20240701T140535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T163724Z UID:10001135-1814572800-1814659199@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Holiday/TBRPC Office Closed DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/holiday-tbrpc-office-closed-9/2027-07-03/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Holiday-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270704 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270705 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20231127T204616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T204616Z UID:10000783-1814659200-1814745599@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Holiday/TBRPC Office Closed DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/holiday-tbrpc-office-closed-2/2027-07-04/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Holiday-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270906 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270907 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20231127T204718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T204718Z UID:10000793-1820188800-1820275199@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Holiday/TBRPC Office Closed DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/holiday-tbrpc-office-closed-3/2027-09-06/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Holiday-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271111 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20271112 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20251106T212524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T155405Z UID:10001162-1825891200-1825977599@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Holiday/TBRPC Office Closed DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/holiday-tbrpc-office-closed-4-2/2027-11-11/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Holiday-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271125 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20271127 DTSTAMP:20260905T050422 CREATED:20231127T203116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T205013Z UID:10000813-1827100800-1827273599@tbrpc.org SUMMARY:Holiday/TBRPC Office Closed DESCRIPTION:Marking the midpoint between June 1 and November 30 and the historical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season\, September serves as a timely reminder for the Tampa Bay region to assess their level of preparedness and make necessary updates to their emergency plans. Residents and businesses are encouraged to finalize their disaster plans and take advantage of preparedness resources this month.  Whether preparing on your own\, with your family or for your organization or business\, it is important to take time now to solidify your disaster plan by following the road to hurricane preparedness. Here are the top tips from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for staying hurricane ready this season and beyond. The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year\, with historical activity typically peaking in September. Over the last 60 years\, the Atlantic Basin has recorded at least one named storm during the month of September each year\, underscoring the importance of remaining prepared even when the earlier months of hurricane season have been relatively quiet (www.floridadisaster.org). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Exemption \n \n \n \n As of July 1\, 2025\, many disaster preparedness supplies\, including batteries\, fire extinguishers and portable generators\, are permanently exempt from Florida sales tax. Floridians can take advantage of this year-round exemption when building or restocking their disaster supply kits. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/TaxFree for a comprehensive list of eligible items. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ways to Prepare \n \n \n \n Floridians should know and follow the 5 Steps of Hurricane Preparedness. Hover over each box for more information: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know Your Home\, Know Your Zone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Know your evacuation zone and understand your home’s ability to withstand potential storm conditions. Based on these factors\, determine whether you may be able to shelter in place or will need to evacuate if instructed by local officials. Identify where you would go ahead of time\, such as the home of family or friends or a local shelter. To identify your evacuation zone\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Know \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make a Plan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t wait until a disaster threatens to make a plan. Develop a disaster plan with everyone in your household\, including how you will communicate during an emergency and where you will meet if you become separated. Business owners should also have a business continuity plan and procedures for communicating with employees before\, during and after a disaster. To create a customized preparedness plan for your household or business\, visit the website below: \n \n \n FloridaMakeAPlan.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a disaster supply kit with enough food\, water\, medications and other essential supplies for your household for up to seven days. Consider the needs of everyone in your household\, including children\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and pets. Visit the website below for a comprehensive disaster supply checklist. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/Kit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Halfway Full is Halfway There \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least halfway full or your electric vehicle at least halfway charged throughout hurricane season. Storm preparation and evacuation orders can lead to increased demand at gas stations and charging locations. Maintaining at least half a tank or charge can help ensure you are ready to evacuate quickly if necessary. Visit the website below to learn more. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/HalfwayFull \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evacuate Tens of Miles\, Not Hundreds (If Necessary) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you are ordered to evacuate\, you may not need to travel hundreds of miles to reach safety. In many cases\, moving tens of miles inland\, to higher ground or outside an evacuation zone may be enough to get out of harm’s way. Always follow evacuation orders and guidance from local officials. Sign up for local emergency alerts through AlertFlorida\, and visit your county's local emergency management site at the link below for information about shelters. \n \n \n FloridaDisaster.org/counties \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n If you or someone in your household requires 24-hour care or relies on electricity for medical needs\, register with Florida’s Special Needs Registry. Registering in advance helps local emergency management officials better understand and plan for community needs before\, during and after a disaster. Preparedness looks different for every business\, organization\, and household\, but every Floridian can take steps now to become more resilient. Whether it is signing up for local alerts\, packing essential supplies for your children\, checking your evacuation zone or identifying a safe place to go\, preparing before a storm is on the horizon is always better than waiting until it arrives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TBRPC Resources \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Project Phoenix \n It is a facilitated training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of the Tampa Bay area small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. For more information or to use Project Phoenix to exercise your emergency plans\, please visit the Phoenix website below or email Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n Phoenix website \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay Disaster Recovery Grants Coordinator \n This coordinator provides direct assistance in navigating and accessing the numerous resources available from multiple agencies that can aid in recovery and resilience activities and offers presentations that discuss the economic impacts of a disaster on small businesses as well as useful practices that organizations can implement to help prepare for a disaster event. For more information\, contact Alison Prater at alison@tbrpc.org or visit the website below. \n \n \n \n Disaster preparedness & recovery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide \n For over 30 years\, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has designed an All-Hazards Disaster Planning Guide that provides hurricane evacuation maps and preparedness information for hazards including hurricanes\, floods\, tornadoes\, hazardous materials incidents\, and pandemic disease.\n\nPrinted copies are available in participating counties. For a list of pick-up locations\, or if you need assistance in locating your zone\, evacuation route\, or evacuation shelter\, please contact your county’s Emergency Management office. \n \n \n \n Tampa Bay prepares \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hurricane Preparation Resources Around the Region \n For more resources throughout the region\, including storm tracking tools\, Evacuation Zones\, County resources\, and frequently asked questions\, please visit the TBRPC’s Hurricane Resource Hub below. \n \n \n \n Hurricane Resource Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coming Soon! \n \n \n \n The TBRPC is launching a quarterly emergency management newsletter that will provide information and updates from the Tampa Bay region across all hazards. If you have a story or information you would like shared in the newsletter\, please contact Amy Bidwell at amy@tbrpc.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n If you would like more information or are unable to find what you are looking for\, please contact Amy Bidwell\, Manager of Resiliency and Emergency Management at amy@tbrpc.org. URL:https://tbrpc.org/event/holiday-3/2027-11-25/ LOCATION:Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council\, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd.\, Suite 100\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tbrpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Holiday-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council":MAILTO:info@tbrpc.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR