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This St. Petersburg, FL city council meeting on June 3, 2026, focused heavily on economic development and affordable housing initiatives. A significant portion of the discussion centered on the evaluation and future recommendations of a micro fund grant program aimed at supporting local businesses, with $1.472 million invested to assist 182 businesses. The council reviewed lessons learned, programmatic improvements, and partnerships to enhance access to capital and mentorship for entrepreneurs. Additionally, the council approved a resolution urging state-level attention to property tax reductions and their impact on city budgets. A key procurement-related item was the authorization of an agreement with Bright Community Trust to develop five affordable single-family homes using innovative 3D printing technology on city-owned land, with construction expected to complete within 30 months. The project, valued at $22.9 million with $6.5 million in ARPA funds invested by the city, aims to provide homes for buyers at or below 120% AMI, ensuring long-term affordability through community land trusts. The meeting also included approval of ordinances related to neighborhood resident-only parking areas and designation of the city as a bird sanctuary. Overall, the meeting highlighted the city's commitment to leveraging public-private partnerships and federal funds to support small businesses and expand affordable housing stock.