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03/02/2026

St. Petersburg Housing Authority to Bring Community Together for Spring Family Picnic Event in Jordan Park

ST. PETERSBURG, FL (MARCH 2, 2026) - The St. Petersburg Housing Authority (SPHA) is excited to announce that it will host a Spring Family Picnic event in Jordan Park for SPHA residents. The event will bring together SPHA families and community partners for an afternoon focused on connection, wellness, and neighborhood unity.

This family friendly event will provide SPHA residents with opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities, access helpful community resources, and strengthen relationships with neighbors and local organizations in a welcoming environment.

Event Details:

  • Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026
  • Time: 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
  • Location: Jordan Park Pavilion, across from 1245 Jordan Park Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33712

Event Sponsor:

This event is being generously sponsored by the City of St. Petersburg.

Event Highlights:

Strengthening Community Connections:

"Our Spring Family Picnic creates an opportunity for SPHA families to come together, build positive connections, and enjoy time with one another in a welcoming community setting," said Michael Lundy, President and CEO of SPHA. "Events like this reflect our ongoing commitment to supporting residents and strengthening the sense of community within Jordan Park."

The event is being coordinated by Kiara Lovett, SPHA's Director of Social Services, who emphasized the importance of community partnerships. "We are proud to bring residents and community partners together through events that promote engagement, support services, and meaningful connections," said Lovett. "We are grateful for the organizations that continue investing in our residents and communities."

Thank You to Our Community Partners:

Learn More:

For more information about the event, contact [email protected]

SPHA is the leading affordable housing provider in the city of St. Petersburg, serving more than 4,000 low-income households. SPHA's mission is to provide safe, sanitary, accessible, decent, and affordable housing to eligible citizens of the city of St. Petersburg, while enhancing and promoting resident self-sufficiency.

 

Jordan Park Family Unit in St. Petersburg, Florida

Exterior of a Jordan Park Family Unit in St. Petersburg, Florida.

 

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ABOUT JORDAN PARK:

Jordan Park is a historic housing community managed by the St. Petersburg Housing Authority (SPHA). It is known for being St. Petersburg's first African American housing community. It was originally built between 1939 and 1941.

On November 23, 2021, SPHA received approval from HUD for its Jordan Park redevelopment proposal, which would change the funding structure from Public Housing to Project-Based Vouchers and put the long-awaited community revitalization project into motion. The Jordan Park Redevelopment Project consisted of the following elements:

  • Transitioning the Jordan Park family apartments (206 units) from Public Housing to a Project-Based Voucher (PBV) funding platform.
  • Renovation of the 206 Family Units (i.e. new flooring, countertops, cabinets, washers and dryers in units, safety features, energy-efficiency improvements, etc.)
  • Construction of a new three-story, 60-unit senior midrise building (for households 62 years and older) named "The Legacy at Jordan Park."

On December 14, 2021, SPHA closed on Jordan Park in partnership with co-developer Norstar Development USA, LP, and with the investment of Fannie Mae, KeyBank, and RBC Community Investments. Partners also included the bond issuer, the Housing Finance Authority of Pinellas County, and the City of St. Petersburg, which provided Community Redevelopment Area funding.

On October 27, 2023, SPHA held the grand opening of The Legacy at Jordan Park. SPHA also celebrated the completion of the surrounding newly renovated 206 Jordan Park Family Units.

 

ABOUT THE ST. PETERSBURG HOUSING AUTHORITY (SPHA):

An independent quasi-governmental entity and a political subdivision of the State of Florida, operating under Chapter 421 Florida Statutes, SPHA is the local administrative agency for housing assistance programs funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). SPHA offers a variety of programs and services that provide affordable rental housing to low-income families, seniors, veterans, and the disabled in the greater St. Petersburg region. For more information, visit www.stpeteha.org.

 

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