Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The agenda includes the presentation of the Youth Excellence and Achievement Awards and a proclamation for First Responders Day. Key business items involve public hearings on the Renewed Community Investment Tax for ZooTampa capital projects, budget amendments for various infrastructure and transportation studies, and the approval of housing rehabilitation funding agreements. Additionally, the Board will consider proposed ordinances regulating synthetic drugs and micromobility devices, authorize economic development and educational support agreements, and review operational contracts related to social services, fire rescue, engineering, and facilities management.
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The Board approved an interlocal agreement with the University of South Florida for transportation and infrastructure improvements using Community Investment Tax funds. Key actions included approving the 2027 Annual Audit Plan, submitting annual reports for the Red Light Camera and School Speed Zone Camera programs, and finalizing a public-private partnership with ZooTampa. Additionally, the Board conducted a public hearing regarding amendments to the Community Investment Tax Phase IV project list and authorized negotiations for an interlocal agreement with the Hillsborough Soil and Water Conservation District. Approval was also granted for the non-assessment of school impact fees for certain farm worker housing projects, while a motion to reinstate the 2023 Cone of Silence framework was rejected.
Jul 15, 2026·Board meeting
Hillsborough County Board Of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The board declared a designated day for Americans with Disabilities Act awareness and adopted a resolution to issue a utility revenue note, capped at $650 million, to fund the One Water Campus project. Commissioners also initiated an effort to amend the school zone speed enforcement ordinance to expand coverage. Furthermore, funding was allocated to Meacham Ag Ed Inc. for greenhouse upgrades to enhance food production, and financial resources were reallocated to Maddie's Movement to support young adults transitioning out of foster care. Finally, the proposed $14.1 billion budget for the upcoming fiscal year was presented to the board.
Jun 17, 2026·Board meeting
Board Of County Commissioners Regular Meeting Recap
The Board authorized the Tampa Sports Authority to negotiate a construction manager contract for an indoor field house project. Funding was approved for the 2026 Safe Summer Series to support youth engagement and violence prevention. The board directed staff to review ordinances regarding firearm waiting periods to align with state law, and to draft amendments for the Small Business Encouragement Program. Additionally, the board initiated a review of the Synthetic Drug Ordinance to prohibit the sale of 7-OH extract of kratom, received a report on proposed property tax reform legislation, and directed staff to evaluate funding mechanisms for Fire Rescue while maintaining revenue neutrality.
