Tampa Bay political stories to watch in 2021
The St. Pete mayorâs race, the impact of redistricting and prominent local legislators facing term limits are stories that will factor in the coming year.
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Two prominent Democrats, city council member Darden Rice and former county Commissioner Ken Welch, are planning to run in St. Petersburg's mayor's race. [ Times (left) Pinellas County (right) ]
By William March
Updated Dec. 31, 2020
The coming year will be a non-election year, except for St. Petersburg city races, but will still see significant political action â some of it behind the scenes preparation for 2022. Some stories to watch:
St. Pete to have open-seat mayor, council races