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NewsWFLA News TampaAugust 11, 2026Hillsborough

Hillsborough County property tax amendment may impact afterschool program funding

A proposed property tax amendment on the November ballot could jeopardize funding for afterschool programs in Hillsborough County. Families relying on these services face potential changes to program availability depending on the outcome of the vote.

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Why It Matters

The outcome of the November property tax vote will determine the future funding levels for afterschool programs that hundreds of Hillsborough County families currently utilize.

Key Facts

  • A property tax amendment is scheduled for a vote in November in Hillsborough County.
  • The amendment's passage could put existing afterschool programs at risk of funding loss.
  • Hundreds of families in Hillsborough County rely on these afterschool programs.

Who's Mentioned

other24“Number of parks and recreation centers providing care”otherAmendment 3“Proposed property tax reduction measure”locationRowlett Activity Center“One of the 24 parks and recreation centers”locationHillsborough County“Jurisdiction where school is in session”other1,500“Number of children enrolled in city afterschool programs”personJane Castor“Mayor of Tampa”