ADVOCACY

We advocate at the city, county, state and national levels. Get involved with one or more of our committees to help drive public policy that will continue to make St. Pete the best place to live, work, play, and visit. Participation in Chamber Advocacy meetings are reserved for current Chamber members only. Click here to learn how to become a Chamber member today!
HIRE: The St. Pete Way
Hiring. Interning. Reskilling. Empowering.
We are the regional convener and connector that brings together all the players in St. Petersburg’s workforce development ecosystem. From education and training to job placement and advancement, we align fragmented efforts and create a unified space to drive meaningful results.
Public Policy Council
The Public Policy Council focuses on building and supporting the relationship between the business community and the public sector. It operates through a well-developed task force and committee system, advocating for issues affecting the economic growth and community vitality of St. Petersburg.
Committees & Task Forces
The Public Policy Council operates effectively through a well-developed Committee and Task Force system which studies each issue and informs the Council, with recommended positions.
The Transportation and HLUD Committees combined for the first time in 2023. The Transportation side is focused on both Regional Accessibility (Mass Transit and Interstates/Expressways) and Urban Mobility (micro-transit, Complete Streets, transit corridors). These issues intersect with the development issues facing St. Petersburg including Workforce Housing. Infrastructure, Zoning and Development are all key parts to ensuring St. Pete continues to “Grow Smarter” in the years to come.
2nd Tuesday of the month at 8am - RSVP here
Community Resources
Advocacy News
Click the graphic above to learn more about the development projects that the St. Pete Chamber is watching in 2025.