Kenneth T. Welch (born August 15, 1964) is an American politician serving as mayor of St. Petersburg, Florida. A member of the Democratic Party, Welch served on the county commission of Pinellas County, Florida. Welch is the city's first African-American mayor.

Kenneth T. Welch is the Mayor of St. Petersburg. He is a third generation St. Pete resident, father of two daughters, a graduate of THE Lakewood High School, a fan of the SunRunner and a strong believer that if we keep our eye on Inclusive Progress - it will always lead the way.

Ken Welch has a track record of getting things done for the city—keeping us safe with a strong, science-based response to the COVID19 pandemic, leading innovative housing and transportation solutions, fighting offshore drilling and bringing people together to solve some of our toughest problems.

Nov 2, 2021 · Kenneth Welch is the Mayor of St. Petersburg in Florida. He assumed office on January 6, 2022. His current term ends on January 7, 2027. Welch ran for election for Mayor of St. Petersburg in Florida. He won in the general election on November 2, 2021. Welch was a Democratic member of the Pinellas County Commission from 2000 to 2020.

23 hours ago · St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch said he’s disappointed but not surprised that the Tampa Bay Rays have pulled out of a deal to redevelop Tropicana Field and build a $1.3 billion ballpark on the ...

19 hours ago · St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch said the Tampa Bay Rays' decision to back out of the long-negotiated stadium project was expected, but it raised his ire nontheless. He joined other city and Pinellas County officials in expressing disappointment after team owner Stuart Sternburg pulled the plug Thursday on the e $1.3 million ballpark and ...

Nov 2, 2021 · PETERSBURG, Fla — The people of St. Petersburg have made their voices heard in electing former Pinellas County Commissioner Ken Welch as their next mayor, 10 Tampa Bay projects.

Feb 5, 2025 · ST. PETERSBURG, FL (Feb. 4, 2025) – Mayor Kenneth T. Welch delivered the 2025 State of the City address from the Palladium Theater. The State of the City included accomplishments from 2024 and highlighted strength, unity, and resiliency for the upcoming year.

Mayor Ken Welch's Vision for St. Petersburg. St. Petersburg will be a diverse, vibrant city guided by principled progress and intentional inclusivity, where innovation, partnerships, and ingenuity create opportunity for all. Download the Vision Graphic Watch the Vision Video

Nov 3, 2021 · PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Thirty years ago, Ken Welch’s father sought unsuccessfully to become the first Black mayor of St. Petersburg, Florida. Welch wore his dad’s campaign button Tuesday when he claimed a resounding victory for …