Local politicians and advocates proposed new measures to support artists amid rising commercial rents in St. Petersburg.

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St. Petersburg Ken Welch Charlie Crist

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City council negotiated a budget increase for cultural affairs while artists face threats from gentrification and affordability crises. All 2 developments

The entities involved

St. Petersburg
city in Pinellas County, Florida, United States
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- A vague event involving Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg, and Honeywell was reported on June 10th.Thu 07:57
Ken Welch
American politician
- Ken Welch serves as Mayor of St. Petersburg and received a scholarship from local service.Thu 06:22
Charlie Crist
United States Representative from 2017 to 2022

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