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South Tampa residents push council for faster stormwater repairs after repeated flooding
Summary
Residents told Tampa City Council that clogged pipes, limited equipment and undersized drainage are worsening post‑storm flooding in South Tampa and urged immediate maintenance and longer‑term infrastructure fixes.
South Tampa residents urged the Tampa City Council on Monday to speed basic stormwater maintenance and pursue infrastructure upgrades they say are necessary after repeated flooding.
Residents said long‑standing drainage blockages and a shortage of equipment left neighborhoods vulnerable during the latest heavy rains. They pressed councilors for clearer timelines and more visible maintenance work to reduce recurring damage.
Michelle Mastro Tataro, a South Tampa resident who has been raising the issue since 2020, told councilors: “We pay 2 taxes for South Tampa for stormwater, and I've not seen 1 truck in my…
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