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Sandbag Distribution

Sandbags are available to residents noon - 7pm today (8/28) at the Sports Complex, 10369 US Highway 301. Sandbags are reserved for Temple Terrace residents who show valid ID. The station will be self-service. Limit 10 sandbags per vehicle.

Residents are urged to monitor weather forecasts and review their emergency plans as Tropical Storm Idalia will impact our area as a hurricane with strong winds and heavy rain. Landfall is expected Wednesday morning.

The City will distribute sandbags to...

Juneteenth Closure

City offices including the Public Library and Omar K Lightfoot Center will be closed Monday, June 19, in honor of Juneteenth. There will be no trash pick-up. The Family Recreation Complex will be open from 8am - 5pm.

Storm Closure

All City offices and facilities will be closed Nov. 10 due to the threat posed by Tropical Storm Nicole. The closure includes the Library, Lightfoot Center and the Family Rec Complex. There will be no sanitation services.

All City offices and facilities will be closed Thursday, Nov. 10, for the safety of staff and the public, and to allow us to focus on any necessary emergency response to Tropical Storm Nicole. The closure includes the Public Library, Omar K. Lightfoot...

City Candidate Forum at 6pm today

The City will host a City Council Candidate Forum at Omar K Lightfoot Center, 10901 N 56th St., for the 5 candidates running in the upcoming General Election. Doors open at 5. There will be a Meet & Greet from 5:30-6pm. The Forum will run from 6-8.

This evening (Oct. 6), the City will host a local Candidate Forum at Omar K Lightfoot Center, 10901 N 56th St., for the five individuals running for Temple Terrace City Council in the upcoming General Election. Doors will open at 5pm and there will be a...

Council Candidate Forum - Questions still being accepted

There will be a City Council Candidate Forum from 6 to 8pm on Thursday, Oct. 6 at Omar K. Lightfoot Center, 10901 N. 56th Street. A 30-minute public meet-and-greet with the five City Council candidates will take place prior to the start of the event.

The City of Temple Terrace will host a Candidate Forum for the five individuals running for City Council in the upcoming General Election. The Forum will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6 at Omar K. Lightfoot Center, 10901 N. 56th Street,...

CITY SCHEDULE POST IAN

City offices and the Temple Terrace Public Library will reopen tomorrow on a normal schedule. Trash and recycling collection also will resume. (Collection of storm-related yard debris will be ongoing.)

City offices and the Temple Terrace Public Library will reopen tomorrow on a normal schedule. Trash and recycling collection also will resume. (Collection of storm-related yard debris will be ongoing.)

The Family Recreation Complex, 6610 Whiteway Dr.,...

Comfort Station Update

For those who are without power, the City will establish a Comfort Station at the Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Pky, today (9/29) from noon to 6pm for residents. Note the change from Lightfoot Center, as that facility has lost power.

For those who are without power, the City will establish a Comfort Station at the Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Parkway, today (9/29) from noon to 6pm for residents of Temple Terrace. Note the change from Lightfoot Center, as that facility...

Comfort Station

For those without power, the City will establish a Comfort Station at Omar K Lightfoot Center, 10901 N 56th St., today (9/29) from noon to 6pm for TT residents. (Please bring ID.) The Center will provide access to electricity, A/C and WiFi.

For those who are without power... The City will establish a Comfort Station at Omar K Lightfoot Center, 10901 N 56th St., today (9/29) from noon to 6pm for residents of Temple Terrace. (Please bring ID.) The Center will provide access to electricity,...

Sanitation Services Suspended

There will be no sanitation services - trash, recycling or yard waste - on Wednesday, Sept. 28 or Thursday, Sept. 29.

City Offices Closed/Sandbag Distribution Continues

City offices and facilities including the Temple Terrace Public Library and the Family Rec Complex will be closed on Tuesday, Sept. 27 through Thursday, Sept. 29. SANITATION SERVICES WILL CONTINUE AS NORMAL THROUGH TUESDAY, AS CONDITIONS ALLOW.

In anticipation of Hurricane Ian threatening our area, the City will make sandbags available to Temple Terrace residents on Tuesday, Sept. 27 at the Sports Complex located at 10369 US Highway 301 beginning at 10am and continuing as weather conditions and...

Tropical Storm Ian

In anticipation of the approaching storm, the City will make sandbags available to Temple Terrace residents Sept. 25 and Sept. 26 at the Sports Complex located at 10369 US Highway 301 from 10am to 5pm. There is a limit of 10 sandbags per vehicle.

Tropical Storm Ian is tracking through the Caribbean and is predicted to become a serious hurricane threat for the northwestern Caribbean and Southeast U.S. next week, including Florida. As the state prepares for the storm, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has...

City Council Candidate Forum

The City will host a Candidate Forum for the 5 individuals running for City Council from 6 to 8pm on Oct. 6 at Lightfoot Center, 10901 N. 56th St. There will be a 30-minute public meet-and-greet with the candidates prior to the start of the event.

The City of Temple Terrace will host a Candidate Forum for the five individuals running for City Council in the upcoming General Election. The Forum will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6 at Omar K. Lightfoot Center, 10901 N. 56th Street,...

City of Temple Terrace News Flash

City offices including Omar K Lightfoot Center and the Public Library will be closed on Monday, Sept. 5 in observance of Labor Day. There will be no trash pick up. The Family Recreation Complex will be open from 8am - 4pm. Enjoy the long weekend!

Tax Holiday
Do you have home improvement projects on your to-do list this weekend? If you need tools to get the job done right, plan to hit the hardware store now through September 9 and take advantage of the Tool Time 2022 Sales Tax Holiday. Items from...

Special Meeting re: City Manager Selection Slated for 6pm on Monday, Aug. 22 at City Hall

A special City Council meeting will be held at City Hall, 11250 N 56th St., at 6pm on Monday, August 22 (note the change from the previously announced date which was altered to accommodate Election Day), regarding the selection of a new City Manager.

The Temple Terrace City Council voted to approve four candidates to advance to the final stages in the search for a new City Manager at their August 2 City Council meeting. The four individuals were chosen from a list of the top 10 applicants as ranked by...

City Manager Meet & Greet on Aug. 17

REMINDER - There will be a Meet & Greet on Wednesday, Aug. 17 from 5:30-7pm at the Temple Terrace Golf & Country Club, 200 Inverness Ave., featuring the 4 finalists for City Manager.

REMINDER - There will be a Meet & Greet tomorrow (Wednesday, Aug. 17) from 5:30-7pm at the Temple Terrace Golf & Country Club, 200 Inverness Ave., featuring the 4 finalists for City Manager.

Each will give a 5 minute presentation at the start of the...

Holiday Schedule

City Hall, Lightfoot Center and the Library will be closed on Dec. 24, 25, 31 and Jan. 1. The Family Rec Complex will close on Dec. 24, 25 and Jan. 1. The Complex will be open 8a-4p on Dec. 31. There will be NO trash pickup on Dec. 24 and 31.

City Hall, Public Works, Omar K Lightfoot Center and the Temple Terrace Public Library will be closed on December 24, 25 and 31, as well as on January 1. The Family Recreation Complex will close on December 24, 25 and January 1. The Complex will be open...

Honoring Veterans

The City of Temple Terrace once again is collecting names and addresses of Temple Terrace veterans in order to honor them during the week of Veterans Day with a special yard sign. Forward this info lhayes@templeterrace.com or call 813.506.6406.

The City of Temple Terrace once again is collecting names and addresses of Temple Terrace veterans in order to honor them during the week of Veterans Day with a special yard sign.

Please forward this info to Marketing & Communications Officer Laurie...

Labor Day Holiday

City Hall, Public Works, the Library and Lightfoot Center are closed on Monday, September 6. There will be no residential trash pick-up. Collection will resume on your next scheduled pick-up day. The Family Rec Complex will be open from 8am to 4pm.

Tropical Storm Preparation

City Hall, Public Works, the Library, Lightfoot and the Rec Complex will close today at 2pm in anticipation of Elsa. The Library, Lightfoot and the Rec Complex will reopen at 1pm on Wednesday, while City Hall and Public Works will reopen at noon.

Residents are urged to monitor weather forecasts and review their emergency plans as Tropical Storm Elsa will impact our area with strong winds and heavy rain beginning this afternoon.

The City will distribute sandbags to residents on Tuesday, July 6...

Sandbags Available

Residents should monitor weather forecasts and review emergency plans as Tropical Storm Elsa will impact our area with strong winds and heavy rain. Sandbags will be available at the Sports Complex, 10369 US Hwy 301 from 1-5 today and 8-5 tomorrow.

Residents are urged to monitor weather forecasts and review their emergency plans as Tropical Storm Elsa will impact our area with strong winds and heavy rain. The City will distribute sandbags to residents starting at 1pm through 5pm on July 5 and again...

Town Hall Meeting

On Thursday, July 1, the City will host a Town Hall meeting at Omar K Lightfoot Center, 10901 N 56th St., beginning at 6pm.

On Thursday, July 1, the City will host a Town Hall meeting at Omar K Lightfoot Center, 10901 N 56th St., beginning at 6pm. Mayor Ross will present a State-of-the-City address with additional remarks from his fellow Council members. There also will be an...

Seeking participants for City's Veterans' Float

Temple Terrace is seeking local veterans who would like to participate in our Independence Celebration parade on the City float. The parade begins at 10am on July 3. Interested veterans should email lhayes@templeterrace.com or call 813.506.6406.

As the 4th of July weekend approaches, we would like to honor local veterans who have served to safeguard our nation's independence. Resident veterans are invited to participate in the City's parade by riding on a special float or floats decorated by City...

Complimentary curbside recycling to resume May 10 for plastics, metals and paper

Beginning May 10, residents wishing to recycle paper, metals and plastics can place those items curbside - paper in one City-issued recycling bin, plastics and metals in another - by 7am on your existing recycling day. No glass accepted at this time.

Beginning the week of May 10, Temple Terrace residents wishing to recycle paper, metals and plastics can place those items curbside - paper and cardboard in one City-issued recycling bin (same as currently being used), plastics and metals in another - by...

COVID-19 Vaccines Available at the Rec Complex on April 27

There will be a mobile vaccine unit administering the first dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine free to Florida residents on Tuesday, April 27 at the Family Recreation Complex, 6610 Whiteway Drive, from 10am to 6pm – or while supplies last.

There will be a mobile vaccine unit administering the first dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine free to Florida residents on Tuesday, April 27 in the parking lot of the Temple Terrace Family Recreation Complex, 6610 Whiteway Drive, from 10am to 6pm – or...

ROAD CLOSURE ALERT

E. Whiteway Dr. will be temporarily closed to traffic between N 56th St. and N 53rd St. starting Tuesday, April 20 and lasting through Thursday, April 23, with reopening scheduled for Friday morning.

E. Whiteway Dr. will be temporarily closed to traffic between N 56th St. and N 53rd St. starting Tuesday, April 20 and lasting through Thursday, April 23, with reopening scheduled for Friday morning. The closure is necessitated by the need to install an...

Mobile Vaccine Unit coming to Family Rec Complex Tuesday, April 6

There will be a mobile vaccine unit administering the one-shot Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine to FL residents 18 years and older on April 6 at the Temple Terrace Family Rec Complex, 6610 Whiteway Dr, from 10am to 6pm or while supplies last.

There will be a mobile vaccine unit administering the one-shot Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine free to Florida residents 18 years and older on Tuesday, April 6 in the parking lot of the Temple Terrace Family Recreation Complex, 6610 Whiteway Drive,...

City of Temple Terrace Legislative Action Update

The City Council recently passed 4 resolutions outlining their stance on bills being considered in Tallahassee that will affect our ability to self-govern. Their resolutions and more info is available here: templeterrace.com/675/Legislative-Actions

The Temple Terrace Mayor and City Council believe in the importance of Home Rule and the ability of this elected body to best understand the wants and needs of our City. At their March 16 meeting, the Council passed four resolutions that outline their...

Library Closed Until Feb. 3

The Temple Terrace Public Library will be closed until Feb. 3 for cleaning and sanitizing. Curbside Pickup is available during regular operating hours.

Due to COVID-19 protocols, the Temple Terrace Public Library will be closed until Wednesday, Feb. 3 for cleaning and sanitizing. During this time, staff will offer Curbside Pickup service during regular operating hours (Mon. - Sat., from 10am - 4pm.) All...

New Trash Cart Delivery Begins Jan. 11

A 95-gallon trash cart – or 65-gallon if you made that request – will be delivered to all residences serviced by the City beginning next Monday, Jan. 11. (Delivery will take up to 10 business days). You may begin to use the carts upon receipt.

Coming the week of January 11... A New Approach to Municipal Solid Waste!
A 95-gallon cart – or 65-gallon if you made that request – will be delivered to all residences serviced by the City beginning next Monday (delivery will take up to 10 business...

Holiday Schedule

City offices, the Family Rec Complex and the Public Library are closed on Thursday, Dec. 24 and Friday, Dec. 25. There will be no residential trash pick-up or recycling on those days. Pick up will resume on your next regularly scheduled day.

City offices, the Family Rec Complex and the Public Library will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 24 and Friday, Dec. 25. There will be no residential trash pick-up or recycling on those days. Pick up will resume on your next regularly scheduled day. Offices...

NO Boil Water Notice for Temple Terrace Water Customers

Please note that the City's water supply remains unaffected by the watermain break in Tampa. There is no City-wide boil water notice in Temple Terrace.

Please note that the City's water supply remains unaffected by the watermain break in Tampa. There is no City-wide boil water notice in Temple Terrace. If you get water (and bills) from the City of Tampa, the break may have an effect on your service and...

Holiday Schedule

City offices and facilities will be closed this Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday. There will be no residential sanitation services on those days. The Rec Complex will be closed on Thanksgiving, but will be open Friday from 8am - 2pm.

A reminder that City offices and facilities including the Temple Terrace Public Library will be closed this Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday. There will be no residential sanitation services on those days. Pickups will resume on Monday,...

New Trash Program moving ahead - requests for 65-gal carts (in place of standard 95-gal) being taken

As part of a new semi-automated municipal solid waste program, a free 95-gallon cart will be delivered to your home by the City in late fall/early winter UNLESS you call Public Works at 813.506.6560 by Oct. 31 to request a smaller 65-gallon cart.

A new semi-automated municipal solid waste initiative is coming to Temple Terrace. As part of this program, a 95-gallon cart will be delivered to residences serviced by the City free-of-charge in late fall / early winter UNLESS you call Public Works at...

Face masks available to City residents

Face coverings are required in all County businesses beginning today (6/24) at 5pm. Masks are available in packs of 5 for pick-up in front of the TT Public Library, 202 Bullard Parkway, M-F between 10am and 4pm until supplies are depleted.

Face Coverings Available to City Residents

The Hillsborough County Emergency Policy group enacted an order to require face coverings in all County businesses, including those in Temple Terrace, beginning at 5pm today, June 24. The County has provided the...

RED, WHITE AND BLUE YARD DECORATING CONTEST

While COVID-19 rained on our 4th of July parade, the City of Temple Terrace and the TT Arts Council invite all residents and businesses to celebrate the 4th by entering their homes or establishments in our RED, WHITE AND BLUE YARD DECORATING CONTEST.

To register, participants should send an email with “Red, White and Blue” in the subject line to TTArtsCouncil@gmail.com. Provide your name, address and phone number and indicate in which of two categories your entry falls: Seize Day (daytime judging) or...

Revised Recycling Program starts week of June 29

Curbside green bin recycling will resume for paper/cardboard products ONLY beginning the week of June 29. Starting July 6, five metal and plastic drop off points will be available in the City. Glass recycling has been discontinued.

Following a suspension of collection due to cautions surrounding COVID-19, the City will resume its complimentary recycling program for residents in the following manner:
PAPER AND CARDBOARD
Collection of recyclable paper products will begin the week of...

June 2 City Council meeting

Due to COVID-19 precautions, City Hall is closed to the public. Admittance to the June 2 City Council meeting will be limited to those deemed essential. Public comment will be accepted in person in the City Hall parking lot, via email or phone.

Due to precautions surrounding COVID-19, City Hall remains closed to the public. Admittance to the June 2 City Council meeting will be limited to those deemed essential who have been notified in advance. As always, the public may view the meeting “live”...

City of Temple Terrace to begin reopening facilities on Monday, May 18 with restrictions

The Family Recreation Complex and Library will reopen on Monday, May 18 with new, temporary operating hours and other restrictions. City Hall remains closed, however the City Council meeting will be held May 19, with opportunities for public comment.

The City of Temple Terrace will reopen its Family Recreation Complex, 6610 Whiteway Dr., on Monday, May 18. The new, temporary hours will be 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Parkway, likewise will...

Wednesday Yard Waste Pickups Resume 4/29; Recycling Remains Suspended

The City will resume regular yard waste pickups next Wednesday, April 29. Normal guidelines will apply. Please read the entire message to review.

During Wednesday's Yard Waste Blitz, our crews picked up more than 282 tons of yard debris - more than half of which was manually loaded onto trucks! The City will resume regular yard waste pickups next Wednesday, April 29. As always, tree limbs must be...

Yard Waste Blitz tomorrow (4/22)

A Residential Yard Waste Blitz is planned for Wednesday, April 22. All yard waste left at the curb by 7am that day will be picked up.

Yard Waste will be picked up throughout the City tomorrow, April 22, beginning at 7am. As always, tree limbs must be shorter than 3 feet in length and less than 5 inches in diameter and bundled. Grass clippings and leaves must be containerized. Do not...

April 21 City Council meeting cancelled

The City Council meeting scheduled for April 21 has been cancelled due to concerns and cautions surrounding the Coronavirus pandemic. The next scheduled meeting is May 5. A decision regarding that meeting will be forthcoming.