ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) -- The future of the Science Center in St. Petersburg could become a big topic next week. There was a sale in place for the site, but those involved in the deal said the city cancelled the sale because they may need the area for stormwater tanks in the future.

The Science Center sits behind gates on 22nd Avenue North, waiting to learn its fate.

"The Science Center is integral to creating good and great humans in the City of St. Pete," said John Hoke, the Jungle Terrace Civic Association President.

Hoke said there is a lot of potential for the site. St. Pete for STEAM has fought for several years to get it reopened.

The director, Joe Hamilton, said they reached a deal with the city two years ago to buy the land for $1.6 million. But Hamilton said the city can

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