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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.
Ken Welch is the third generation mayor of St. Pete, a diverse and vibrant city guided by principled progress and inclusivity. Learn more about his vision, his team, his events, and his reports on his official website.
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 · Ken Welch, a Pinellas County commissioner and third-generation resident of St. Petersburg, won the mayoral race with 60% of the vote. He will succeed Rick Kriseman, who has been mayor since 2014, and will be sworn into office on Jan. 6.
Nov 2, 2021 · The Tampa Bay Times declares Ken Welch winner in St. Pete’s mayoral race, defeating Robert Blackmon to become the city’s first Black mayor.
- cwright@tampabay.com
- St. Petersburg Reporter
Jan 6, 2022 · Learn about the historical significance and personal background of Ken Welch, who will be sworn in as St. Petersburg's first African American mayor on Jan. 6, 2022. Hear from experts and community leaders who praise his family tradition, reputation and vision for the city.
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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 the top office in the once-segregated city.
