In 2009, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council (TBRPC) developed the Tampa Bay Catastrophic Plan: Project Phoenix, a comprehensive plan to address the challenges of response and recovery during a catastrophic event. Hurricane Phoenix, a fictitious storm, was created to simulate the effects of a worst-case scenario—a direct strike from a Category 5 hurricane.
Building on this foundation, the 2020 Project Phoenix training exercises expanded the focus to include small business preparedness and recovery, featuring real-world lessons from Hurricane Michael survivors.
The TBRPC invites small business owners and representatives to join the 2026 Project Phoenix Hurricane Preparedness Training! Please join us from 9am – 4pm for a full day training exercise that examines critical issues and capabilities of small businesses and emergency management agencies during disaster recovery. Hear about lessons learned from the 2024 hurricanes, gain access to various recovery resources, and connect with small business owners in your community. Parking is free, and lunch will be provided at all 6 tabletops, but space is limited.
April 20 – Hillsborough County
Hillsborough County Children’s Board – 1002 E Palm Ave, Tampa, FL 33605
April 22 – Pinellas County
Pinellas EOC – 10750 Ulmerton Rd., Largo, FL 33778
April 24 – Manatee County
Manatee EOC – 2101 47th Terrace E, Bradenton, FL 34203
April 27 – Pasco County
Pasco Sheriff’s Office – 10370 Charles Bo Harrison Way, Land O’Lakes, FL 34637
April 29 – Cirtus County
Citrus EOC – 3549 Saunders Way, Lecanto, FL 34461
May 1 – Hernando County
Hernando EOC – 18900 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, FL 34601
