Nominations are now open for the City of St. Petersburg’s City Beautification Awards, which celebrate excellence in landscaping and building design across the community.
Donor Name: City of St. Petersburg
State: Florida
City: St. Petersburg
Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes
Deadline: 08/01/2024
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The City Beautification Awards are a testament to the dedication of St. Pete residents and businesses interested in enhancing the aesthetic appeal of their surroundings. These awards honor outstanding achievements in both residential and business properties, recognizing exceptional efforts in exterior curb appeal, landscaping design, yard maintenance, and the overall enhancement of the neighborhood’s character. These awards are presented by the City Beautiful Commission Committee, which is dedicated to enhancing and safeguarding the beauty of the natural resources and city landscapes, thereby enriching the quality of life for the community.
Function of Commission
- Assist and promote public programs/activities that will further the beautification and protection of the natural resources in and around St. Petersburg.
- Assist the Parks and Recreation Department with the initiating, planning, directing and coordinating of the following programs: the Annual City Beautiful Awards, the Gift Tree Program, and the Gizella Kopsick Palm Arboretum including the Brick Program.
- Assist with the formulation and implementation of City statutes and ordinances concerning property maintenance, urban forestry, beautification standards, signage and natural resources.
- Advise City Council in matters pertaining to the beautification of the city that will result in a more attractive and well-maintained city.
- Assist in any other function and duty assigned to it by the City Council.
Eligibility Criteria
- Residents, businesses, and community members are encouraged to participate in this celebration of St. Pete’s beauty by submitting nominations for properties that exemplify the spirit of the City Beautification Awards.
- To be eligible for nomination, properties must be located within the city limits of St. Petersburg, and the nominated landscape must have been in place for at least one year.
For more information, visit City of St. Petersburg.
