TAMPA, Fla.—The Hillsborough County School District is inviting the public to attend upcoming town hall meetings to learn more about the half-penny sales tax referendum.
The Half-Penny Promise referendum was initially approved in 2018 and is up for renewal on the November ballot.
The money generated from the tax goes toward improvement projects across the district.
According to district officials, since voters approved the tax in 2018, Hillsborough County Schools has invested more than $1.326 billion in school improvements, with more than $716 million awarded to local businesses.
“The Half-Penny Promise has supported major improvements in our schools, and these town halls will give residents a chance to learn more about the program,” said Superintendent Van Ayres. “(And) hear from district leaders, and understand how funds have been invested over time.”
The in-person and virtual meetings are scheduled as follows:
In-Person Town Halls
• Tuesday, Sept. 22, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Newsome High School
• Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Gaither High School
• Thursday, Oct. 1, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Hillsborough High School
Virtual Town Halls
• Tuesday, Sept. 22, from noon to 1 p.m. (Join HCPS Town Hall 9.22.26)
• Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 6 to 7 p.m. (Join HCPS Town Hall 10.14.26)
To learn more about the Half Penny Promise, visit hillsboroughschools.org/half-penny-sales-tax-referendum.