Tampa, FL
Municipality in Florida
United States
Tampa, FL informs Traffic Management Center decisions with AI-powered insights from Rekor Command
City officials adopted Rekor Command as a method for managing 600 traffic signals with minimal TMC staff. The platform analyzes real-time data from cameras, connected vehicles, and sensors in anticipation of road incidents. TMC operators reduce traffic congestion with adjusted signal timing and communicate insights to first responders. This project allows two full-time operators to more effectively manage traffic without costly equipment upgrades.
Tampa, FL
United States
Tampa, FL improves transit affordability and reduces carbon emissions with eBike Voucher Program
Tampa Bay will issue vouchers to 180 residents based on a random lottery of applicants. Recipients redeem vouchers worth $500 for eBikes and $1,000 for eCargo bikes at participating shops. The program issues vouchers of $1,000 and $2,000 for participants with qualifying incomes. City officials established seven goals for the eBike Voucher Program including connections to employment, use of bike infrastructure, and reduced traffic congestion.
Tampa, FL
United States
Tampa, FL and Lazarillo evaluate the effectiveness of app-based assistive maps in public spaces
Tampa and Lazarillo mapped Julian B. Lane Park, Old City Hall, and the Municipal Office Building for the 15-month pilot. Residents with visual impairments or limited mobility download the Lazarillo mobile app for audio assistance. This guidance includes step-by-step directions between locations, points of interest, and potential obstacles. A small group of residents tested the assistive maps for accessibility and accuracy before a public rollout.
Tampa, FL
United States
Tampa, FL evaluates the impacts of Moovit's mobility-as-a-service app on transit equity
Tampa recruited 200 residents for a six-month pilot of the Moovit platform. Participants use Moovit for multimodal commute planning based on real-time data about public transit and micro-mobility availability. Moovit worked with the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority (HART) on integrating mobile ticketing into the app. The city's Mobility team asks participants to complete short monthly surveys and provide feedback through an online portal.
Tampa, FL
United States
Tampa, FL Solar Intersection Project creates off-grid energy for traffic lights during emergencies
City officials sought a reliable method for powering traffic lights following outages caused by Hurricane Irma in 2017. Solar Earth installed 84 solar panels to power traffic lights at a downtown intersection. The panels are slip resistant and durable enough to withstand up to five tons of weight. Intersection lights can operate for up to three days on solar power during power outages. An electrical box near the panels explains the environmental and safety benefits of the technology.
Tampa, FL
United States
Tampa, FL responds to rising housing costs with Rental & Move-In Assistance Program pilot
City officials approved a $1 million fund to counter a 30% year-to-year increase in local rents. The income limit for participating households was 140% of the area median income. Successful applicants received funding for security deposits, monthly rental subsidies, and required payments for first and last months' rent. RMAP included financial literacy and budgeting courses for pilot participants.
Tampa, FL
United States
Tampa, FL showcases current and future public projects with Capital Improvement Projects Viewer
A multi-department collaboration provides real-time overviews of stormwater, water, and transportation projects. The CIP Viewer includes filters for project types, phases, construction years, and funding sources. Users find the total number of in-progress projects above a list of every capital improvement effort. Selecting color-coded pinpoints on the interactive map reveals details including overall costs and project descriptions.
Tampa, FL
United States