City of St. Petersburg Neighborhood Resources
The City of St. Petersburg offers several programs designed to support neighborhood associations with events, cleanups, and community improvement projects. Below is a summary of key resources available through the City’s Neighborhood Relations Department, along with guidance on eligibility and next steps.
These programs are administered by the City and are separate from CONA programs.
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
Mayor’s Neighborhood Mini-Grant Program
What it’s for
Small grants that support neighborhood outreach events and gatherings that build, foster, or expand community connections.
Funding Amount
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Up to $500 per neighborhood association per year
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Additional $250 for youth engagement initiatives
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Total possible funding: up to $750 per calendar year
Neighborhood Matching Grant Program
What it’s for
Larger improvement projects that build relationships and create lasting community benefits on public property.
Funding Amount
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Up to $20,000 per applicant
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A match equal to or greater than the grant amount is required
Outreach Materials & Signage
Door hangers
What’s included
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One door hanger per parcel, once per year
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Double-sided printing
Why they’re useful
Door hangers are a direct, neighborhood-wide way to reach residents, especially those who may not be on email or social media. Because they’re double-sided, they’re ideal for sharing more complete information.
Common uses include:
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An annual neighborhood schedule (meeting dates, cleanups, events)
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A welcome message for new residents
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Key contact information for the neighborhood association
Neighborhood Tip: Door hangers work best when they’re clear, visually consistent, and easy to read at a glance.
Paper Yard Signs
What’s included
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Paper yard signs provided by the City
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Intended for short-term or repeat neighborhood use
Why they’re useful
Paper yard signs are great for evergreen messaging that can be reused throughout the year. Many neighborhoods use them to remind residents about ongoing opportunities to get involved.
Common uses include:
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Membership drives
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Promoting cleanups or recurring events
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General “Get Involved” neighborhood messaging
Because these signs can be reused, they work well when the message isn’t tied to a single date.
Neighborhood Tip: They are made of paper; make sure they don't get wet.
Neighborhood Stewardship & Quality-of-Life Programs
Beyond grants and outreach materials, the City of St. Petersburg offers several programs that support hands-on neighborhood stewardship and address everyday quality-of-life concerns. These programs empower residents and neighborhood associations to care for shared spaces, improve safety, and strengthen community connections.
Environmental Stewardship
Small, neighborhood-scale actions can have a meaningful impact on water quality and flood prevention.
Available programs include:
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Adopt-A-Drain Program – Residents or neighborhood groups can adopt a storm drain and help keep it clear of debris, reducing localized flooding and preventing pollution from entering local waterways.
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Storm Drain Marking Kits – Kits help label storm drains and raise awareness that water entering the system flows directly to local waterways.
These efforts work especially well when paired with neighborhood cleanups, youth engagement activities, or ongoing environmental education.
Neighborhood Traffic Calming
High traffic volumes and excessive vehicle speeds can negatively affect residential streets and overall neighborhood safety. The City’s Neighborhood Transportation Management program provides a structured, community-driven process for addressing these concerns.
Key points:
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Traffic calming strategies aim to reduce speeding and discourage cut-through traffic
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Speed humps are one of the most common resident requests
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Over 1,000 speed humps have been installed citywide through this program
Neighborhood Cleanups (City-Supported)
The City’s Neighborhood Relations Department coordinates with the Sanitation Department to support two free neighborhood cleanup per year for registered neighborhood associations.
What’s included:
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A free dumpster for an annual neighborhood cleanup weekend
Getting started:
To organize a cleanup, complete the Neighborhood Cleanup Interest Form through the City.
Neighborhood Tip: This program is separate from Keep Pinellas Beautiful and is coordinated directly through the City.
Stay Up to Date
City programs, requirements, and timelines can change. For the most current information, application forms, and official guidance, visit the City of St. Petersburg’s Neighborhood Relations website or contact the Neighborhood Relations Department directly.
CONA shares these summaries to help neighborhood associations understand what resources are available and how to get started, but these programs are administered by the City.