Deadline approaches for Tampa Bay’s list of public road art ahead of removal
Share this @internewscast.com

The phrase “Black History Matters” is prominently displayed on the street outside the Dr. Carter G. Woodson African American Museum in St. Petersburg. Additionally, a Progressive Pride Street mural adorns the intersection of Central Avenue and 25th Street.

St. Pete Pride Board President Dr. Byron Green-Calisch doesn’t want to see them removed.

Green-Calisch mentioned, “When we travel internationally, we often search for places flying an American flag to ensure a familiar and welcoming environment. These murals serve a similar purpose.”

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy posted on X, “Taxpayers expect their dollars to fund safe streets, not rainbow crosswalks.”

“I have this conversation over and over again about distraction and ask for any detail, any research that alludes to such,” Green-Calisch said.

Recently, the U.S. Department of Transportation informed governors that while traffic fatalities are on a decline, further action is necessary.

State officials have a deadline of Aug. 30 to report intersections with non-standard markings to federal traffic authorities, with those areas requiring correction by Sept. 30, 2026.

“Let’s actually think about what is the reason for doing this and how does it make the lives of Floridians better,” Green-Calisch said.

The Florida Department of Transportation has issued a letter stating that it will cease state funding to local governments that do not follow national protocols and upcoming 2025 state standards, which prohibit social and political messages on public roads and sidewalks.

Pavement Art Locations Map_UpdatedDownload

Tampa has cataloged pavement art throughout the city, including a “Back the Blue” mural close to the downtown police headquarters. However, an official noted that the timeline for their removal is still undetermined.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

New Development Near Forsyth Park to Feature Offices and Underground Parking

In Savannah, Georgia, there’s a buzz around a newly cleared plot near…

RCSO Revamps Deputy Hiring Process After Series of Arrests: What You Need to Know for 2025

AUGUSTA, Ga. ()- Concerns have been raised regarding the recruitment process for…

Exposing the Chaos: Insider Revelations Unveil the Shocking Reality of Local Nursing Home

TYBEE ISLAND, Ga. — A group of both former and current staff…

New Bill Seeks to Provide Compensation for Victims of Crimes Committed by Undocumented Migrants

In a recent legislative move, Florida State Representative Berny Jacques, a Republican…

Hampton Fire Chief Shares Insights on Response Times Following Helene Storm

In Elizabethton, Tennessee, the Hampton Volunteer Fire Department is grappling with delays…

Atlanta Airport Threat: Federal Prosecutors Take Action Against Suspect in Chilling Shooting Plot

ATLANTA – On Tuesday, federal prosecutors filed charges against a Georgia man,…

Mattoon Movie Theater Revival: Grand Reopening Set for December 2023

MATTOON, Ill. (WCIA) — A fresh chapter is set to begin for…

Tragic Discovery: Family of Slain Helms College Student Breaks Silence on Heartbreaking Street Incident

AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) – The family of a Helms College student who…

Port Wentworth Ice Cove Celebrates Milestone with Beam Topping Ceremony

PORT WENTWORTH, Ga. – Tuesday marked a significant milestone for Port Wentworth’s…

Study Reveals Tennessee’s High Exposure to Tariff Impacts

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — According to a recent analysis by the Pew…

Dramatic Taser Deployment Ends Standoff with Armed Theft Suspect

DISCLAIMER: All individuals are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court…

Trump Urges Resolution to Government Shutdown at Rose Garden Luncheon: A Call to Action

As the government shutdown stretches into its third week, President Donald Trump…