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Partnership pauses plans for downtown improvement district
A group of business leaders remains intent on improving St. Petersburg’s William Parks and “First Block”; however, they will do so through a foundation rather than a special assessment district.
Jason Mathis, CEO of the St. Petersburg Downtown Partnership, has led efforts to invest in urban management services found in several other cities, including Tampa. He ramped up efforts to gather community feedback and formulate a framework in June 2023.