| March 2019 |
| New: Pinellas County Opportunity Zones Opportunity Zones are economically distressed census tracts designated by the U.S. Treasury Department. By investing in an Opportunity Zone, through a qualifying Opportunity Fund, investors can defer and/or reduce their federal capital gains tax liability. These tax benefits increase the longer investments are held. There is no cap on the amount of capital that can be invested and the Opportunity Zone incentives can be applied to a wide range of investments in real estate and operating companies. Opportunities in Pinellas abound, from the massive redevelopment potential of Tropicana Field in Downtown St. Petersburg, to urban infill projects in the downtown areas of Clearwater, Largo and Tarpon Springs, to housing and mixed-use opportunities throughout all tracts. Learn more about the new Opportunity Zone Program by visiting www.PCED.org/oz. New in the Data Center…Updated Interactive Census Maps Updates have been made in our Data Center, including the data found in our Interactive Census Maps. Explore trends in population growth and density, education, and income levels. Zoom in and click around for more detailed information by census tract at www.PCED.org/censusmaps. Gateway Master Plan SurveyPhoto: Dorian Photo Inc. The Gateway Master Plan will create a vision and an action-oriented redevelopment strategy, guiding the area’s growth toward a more socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable future. The plan will consider how transportation and land use can combine to support residents’ quality of life, retain jobs and attract future investment. The master plan will also focus on building partnerships to guide future development and multi-modal connectivity, both regionally and throughout the district. Please take this short survey to share your priorities and ideas for the Gateway Master Plan. https://wrt.typeform.com/to/zy9KsB. The survey is open through March 13, 2019. Strength-based Strategic Planning done in six hours?! Collaborative Labs at St. Petersburg College specializes in the design, facilitation and documentation of highly interactive and dynamic strategic planning sessions. Their unique approach incorporates interactive technology, strength-based techniques, and real-time documentation to develop an actionable plan that produces tangible results. Give them a call today: Laurie Hill (727) 424-3429. 2020 Census Jobs The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting thousands of people across the country to assist with the 2020 Census count. Positions include variety of temporary jobs, such as census takers, recruiting assistants, office staff, and supervisory staff. To be eligible, you must be at least 18 years old, have a valid Social Security number, and be a U.S. citizen. Candidates must complete an online job application. The application includes assessment questions about your education, work, and other experience. Learn more and apply at https://2020census.gov/jobs/. Digital 1st Friday MeetUp St. Pete, March 1Come join iSOCRATES this Friday (3/1) from 5-7:30 p.m. at theRising Tide Innovation Center. Connect with like-minded collaborators, learn something new in the world of marketing, gain exposure around your company, and make new friends over hors d’oeuvres and drinks. Register: https://www.meetup.com/Digital-1st-Friday-Meetup-St-Petersburg-FL/events/258675975/ Pinellas News Dynasty Financial Partners will trade New York City for St. Pete (Tampa Bay Times) Annual department presentations keep commissioners in the know(Tampa Bay Newspapers) St. Pete tech company steps into hospital safety(St. Pete Catalyst) Three Tampa Bay beaches among TripAdvisor’s top 10(Tampa Bay Business Journal) Crowdfunding starts to change the face of downtown St. Pete commercial real estate(St. Pete Catalyst) Tech Data, Abacode team up to help companies comply with cybersecurity(Tampa Bay Business Journal) Pinellas County economic developers see big opportunity in land near airport (St. Pete Catalyst)Clearwater-based cybersecurity system looks to fill industry employment gaps(Tampa Bay Business Journal) St. Pete edtech firm aims to create the ‘Netflix of education’(St. Pete Catalyst) County making strides to create opportunities for small businesses(Tampa Bay Newspapers) KnowBe4 wins national accolades, looks to evolve ‘old school’ cybersecurity approaches(Tampa Bay Business Journal) City, county, EDC give a warm welcome to St. Pete’s newest tech company(St. Pete Catalyst) MagneGas lands contract with San Diego, continues growth streak(Tampa Bay Business Journal) At ULI Trends Conference, experts say Tampa Bay’s boom has staying power(83 Degrees) |