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NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 11, 2026Hillsborough

Hillsborough County property tax amendment may impact afterschool program funding

A property tax amendment on the November ballot in Hillsborough County could jeopardize funding for local afterschool programs. 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 Hillsborough County this November.
  • The amendment's passage could put existing afterschool programs at risk of losing funding.
  • Hundreds of families in Hillsborough County currently rely on these afterschool programs.

Who's Mentioned

otherAmendment 3“Proposed property tax reduction measure”locationRowlett Activity Center“One of the 24 city recreation centers”other200“Number of parks in Tampa”personDonna Diaz“Grandparent of program participant”personDaundre Butler“Student in afterschool program”locationHillsborough County“The jurisdiction where the property tax amendment vote is taking place.”other1,500“Number of children enrolled in programs”personJane Castor“Mayor of Tampa”