Property Tax Referendum, Autonomous Transportation, and the Governor’s Race

Garett Greco and producer David break down the latest fight over the Tampa Bay Rays stadium, Florida property taxes, Ybor City’s transformation, AI data centers, Tampa transportation, Amtrak, housing affordability, and what Tampa needs to get right as the city continues to grow.They discuss:◼️Why Tampa should understand the impact of Florida’s property tax changes before committing massive public dollars to a new Rays stadium◼️How restoring Castle Lala and moving the TBD Podcast headquarters to Ybor City fits into his vision for preserving Tampa’s history while building its future◼️Why Tampa Union Station, expanded rail service, walkability, and better connectivity could transform the way people move around Tampa and Florida◼️Why AI data centers could create major questions around land, electricity, drinking water, infrastructure, and whether local communities actually benefit from them◼️What Florida’s property tax amendment, rapid population growth, rising housing costs, and development pressure could mean for homeowners, renters, businesses, and local governments0:00:00 - Intro0:01:10 - Stadium & Development News0:07:41 - Casa Da Lala Building Purchase0:19:31 - Ybor Connectivity & Totem Grocery0:25:02 - Miami-Tampa Train Ride0:37:31 - Autonomous Vehicles & Robotaxis0:53:22 - 9/11, Covid & Surveillance1:05:10 - AI Data Centers Debate1:11:35 - Florida Governor Race1:25:37 - Property Taxes & Wrap-up