The West Coast Branch of the Florida Chapter of APWA is petitioning to create a new Tampa Bay Regional Chapter to better serve its large membership in the Tampa Bay area. The West Coast Branch consists of seven counties including Tampa and St. Petersburg, and represents around 20-25% of the Florida Chapter's membership. By establishing a new regional chapter, the West Coast Branch aims to enhance representation at the state and national levels and provide greater professional development opportunities and services to its members in close proximity.