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Cara Woods Serra,
AICP, CFM
Planning Director / Deputy Executive Director

cara@tbrpc.org
(727) 570-5151 ext. 28

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Supporting Our Members

Since 1962, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has provided its member governments with technical assistance and unique opportunities for regional collaboration. 

Planning activities are primarily focused in the areas of economic development, emergency preparedness, environmental planning, resiliency planning, planning/design visualization, and geographic information systems; however, additional programs and projects that support federal/state/local government, non-profit, and private entities are also undertaken to meet the needs of the region.

Planning Support & Technical Services

In addition to a wide range of member benefits, the TBRPC offers discounted planning support and technical services on an on-demand basis; a cost-effective resource when time, expertise, or sources of funding are limited. Public agencies can directly contract with the TBRPC without the need for a public procurement process, allowing our staff to serve as an immediate extension of your team.

Contact us to discuss your member benefits and planning support needs.

Available services:

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Recent Projects

All Recent Projects

The Historic Railroad Track Jetty at Longboat Pass, Coquina Beach, Bradenton, Florida, USA
Roadmap to Adaptation
Focus Areas Hernando VA
2025 Hernando County Vulnerability Assessment
Focus Areas Citrus VA
2025 Citrus County Vulnerability Assessment
Stormwater flowing into street intake drain after a rainstorm. High quality photo
Stormwater Stewardship Month – A Regional Campaign Around Tampa Bay
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Tampa Bay Coastal Master Plan
Florida Aquarium, Tampa
Economic Impact and Tourism Analysis of The Florida Aquarium’s Business Activities
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An Industrial Land Strategy for Hernando County
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Resilient Shorelines Resource Hub
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Decline of Seagrasses in Tampa Bay StoryMap
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Clean Air Tampa Bay Climate Action Planning
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2023 Economic Valuation of Tampa Bay
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Tampa Bay Regional Inundation Coordination (TBRIC)
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Red Tide Resource Hub
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Hurricane Resource Hub
Coast To Coast Cover
Florida’s Coast-to-Coast Trail
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Local Mitigation Strategy Updates
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Annual Disaster Planning Guides for Participating Counties
Phoenix 2.0 Hurricane Ian
Project Phoenix 2.0: The Recovery
Clearwater Aerial
Clearwater US 19 Conceptual Animations & Video Production
S3 SR44 Final
Suncoast Parkway Extension Transportation Corridor Land Use Study

Regional Collaboration

TBRPC assists with the following activities:

  • Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination
  • Meeting Management and Facilitation
  • Public Outreach and Communication
  • Conference Room Rentals
CONTACT US TO RESERVE YOUR MEETING SPACE

Recent Events

All Recent Events

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2026 Regional Resiliency Summit
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31st Future of the Region Awards
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2025 Regional Resiliency Summit
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30th Future of the Region Awards
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2024 Regional Resiliency Summit
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29th Future of the Region Awards
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2023 Tampa Bay Regional Resiliency Leadership Summit
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Past Years’ Future of the Region Awards Winners
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TBRPC and NOAA Host a Regional Risk Communication Workshop
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Resilient Ready Tampa Bay Works With Oldsmar, Tampa, and St. Pete Beach to Build a Strategy for Sea Level Rise
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REACH Webinar: Mapper and Database Training Workshop
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28th Future of the Region Awards
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2022 Tampa Bay Regional Resiliency Leadership Summit
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Last House Standing Film Screening
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TBRPC Hosts FRCA Meeting
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REACH Webinar: Mitigation and Planning for Affordable Housing 
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2020 Tampa Bay Regional Resiliency Leadership Summit
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TBRPC & DEO Team-Up to Hold a Regional Workshop
50th Anniversary of Boca Ciega Bay Aquatic Preserves
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Resiliency in Focus: Coalition Members Participate in Statewide Workshop

Upcoming Events

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Monday 09 February
9:00 am - 10:00 am

Executive Budget Committee

Monday 09 February
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Council Meeting

Monday 09 February
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Regional Resiliency Coalition Steering Committee

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Latest News
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The Call for Entries for the Future of the Region Awards Is Now Open!
Sunshine Skyway Bridge / The Sunshine Skyway Bridge Near Tamps, Florida
Council Newsletter – December 2025
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The 2025 Annual Report for the TBRPC Is Now Available!
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The New 2026 Officers Are Named for the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council
The Historic Railroad Track Jetty at Longboat Pass, Coquina Beach, Bradenton, Florida, USA
Roadmap to Adaptation
Focus Areas Hernando VA
2025 Hernando County Vulnerability Assessment
Focus Areas Citrus VA
2025 Citrus County Vulnerability Assessment
Bradenton,Sunset,Landscape,On,The,Water
Summit Innovation Showcase: Submit Your Projects Now!
Robinsons Preserve Coastline At Lowtide
Registration for the 2026 Regional Resiliency Summit Is Now Open!
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2026 Regional Resiliency Summit
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TBRPC Celebrates the Agency on Bay and Coastal Management’s 40th Anniversary
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Council Newsletter – July 2025
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Help Shape the Civic Technology Program at TBRPC!
Fort Lauderdale street floods with water from Tropical Storm Eta.
TBRPC Offers Technical Assistance Services to Support Emergency Management and Mitigation
A View Of A Beautiful Lake Surrounded By Flowers And Homes In The Summer, Or Retention Pond, In North Edmonton, In The Neighbourhood Of Crystalina Nera.
TBRPC Is Now Accepting Applications for FY26 Stormwater Education Funding
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The Regional Resiliency Summit Presentations and Photos Are Now Available!
Storm water retention ponds are basins that catch runoff from higher elevation areas. They are often created near developments and have been gaining in popularity to the point they are now required in many instances with new development of buildings, parking lots and roads.
Join us this May in celebrating Stormwater Stewardship Month in the Tampa Bay region!
Crystal River Has Natural Springs Feeding It. Crystal River Preserve State Park Is In Citrus County, Florida
TBRPC Is Seeking Public Input for the Citrus County Local Mitigation Strategy Update
Stormwater flowing into street intake drain after a rainstorm. High quality photo
Stormwater Stewardship Month – A Regional Campaign Around Tampa Bay
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Federal Interagency Resource Exchange (FIRE) Listening Session Summary Report

Non-Discrimination Statement and Civil Rights Information

The Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council (TBRPC) is committed to ensuring full compliance with all applicable federal civil rights laws. TBRPC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, or any other protected characteristic in its programs, services, decisions, or operations.

TBRPC is responsible for compliance with non-discrimination requirements as outlined in:

Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.), Title 40, Parts 5 and 7 Nondiscrimination in Programs or Activities Receiving Assistance from the Environmental Protection Agency

TBRPC strictly prohibits intimidation or retaliation against individuals or groups who exercise their rights under applicable laws and regulations, including those who participate in or oppose actions protected by such laws. Allegations of intimidation or retaliation will be addressed promptly and thoroughly.

How to File a Complaint

If you believe you have experienced discrimination or bias based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other protected status, you may submit a complaint to TBRPC’s Compliance and Accountability Officer.

Email: cara@tbrpc.org

TBRPC is dedicated to maintaining a respectful and legally compliant environment for all participants.

TBRPC's Website Accessibility Statement

The Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council (TBRPC) is committed to ensuring accessibility of its website and actively works to improve accessibility.

If you encounter any inaccessible material while using the website or need assistance regarding the accessibility of our website content, please contact Maria Robles, maria@tbrpc.org, (727) 570-5151 ext. 11.