Event Brief
St. Pete mayoral hopefuls spar on taxes, priorities
Filed: Jun 29, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Summary: Candidates for St. Petersburg mayor debate property taxes, affordable housing, and city spending ahead of the August election.
WHO: St. Petersburg mayoral candidates including Charlie Crist, Ken Welch, Maria Scruggs, Kevin Batdorf, Jim Large, and Brandi Gabbard
WHAT: Mayoral candidates discussed property taxes, affordable housing, and city spending priorities in a forum
WHEN: Jun 29, 2026 at 12:42 PM ET
WHERE: Tampa, FL
WHY: The forum was held ahead of the August mayoral election to outline candidates’ plans and priorities.
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