November 1, 2024 – St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch has announced a temporary emergency waiver of late fees and notice fees for utility accounts, as well as a temporary suspension of water meter lock-offs due to non-payment, effective through Dec. 31. Lien filings and business tax late fees have also been suspended temporarily. The suspension – covering any utility bill for which payment is due on or after Sept. 25, 2024, through Dec. 31 – is an effort to help alleviate the financial burden on residents and businesses affected by the hurricanes. For more information, visit www.stpete.org/utilities.