The Brief St. Pete City Council votes Thursday on formally terminating a failed Rays ballpark deal. Roof installation at Tropicana Field begins in August, with all repairs slated for completion by April 2026. What we know:St. Petersburg officials say crews are preparing for the roof installation phase, with netting now in place to serve as a work platform. Pictured: Aerial view of Tropicana Field undergoing repairs on July 23, 2025. The Source: St. Petersburg City Council agenda; City of St. Petersburg Public Information Office.