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- Hillsborough County
- 4/2/24
- 04/02/2024
- 145 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent Temple Terrace City Council meeting, the Access 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan stood out as a concern with high community impact, guiding discussions on the city’s future infrastructure and growth. Access 2050, a project by the Hillsborough Transportation Planning Organization (TPO), aims to prepare for the expected population surge to 2 million in Hillsborough County by 2050. The council emphasized the significance of the survey that supports the plan, encouraging widespread participation to shape transportation priorities and funding sources.
- FL
- Hillsborough County
- 4/2/24
- 04/02/2024
- 246 Minutes
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Overview: During a recent Hillsborough County School Board meeting, one notable issue discussed was the proposal to place a referendum on the ballot for a one-mill property tax increase. The additional revenue aims to improve teacher pay and address the teacher and bus driver shortages across the district. Superintendent Van Ayres presented a plan, stating that the millage increase is essential for keeping the district competitive with surrounding areas. The proposed tax, which would be renewed every four years, is expected to not only benefit teachers but all district employees, except for the superintendent.
- FL
- Hillsborough County
- 3/28/24
- 03/29/2024
- 77 Minutes
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Overview: The Temple Terrace Board of Adjustments recently deliberated on a variance request by a property owner to build a pool that exceeds the city’s maximum lot coverage regulations. The discussion focused on the impact of water drainage issues on the property, the potential structural implications, and the city’s responsibility to aid in the matter. The variance request, identified as BA-2401 for the property on Brentwood Drive, sought to increase the maximum lot coverage from 47.5% to 52% to accommodate the proposed pool. The property owner faced challenges due to excess water flooding the property from neighboring streets, prompting the integration of an exfiltration system into the pool design to mitigate runoff impact.
- FL
- Hillsborough County
- 3/27/24
- 03/27/2024
- 95 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Temple Terrace Historic Preservation Board delved into the intricacies of legal variances and the potential incentives for historic property designations. The board discussed the legal criteria for granting variances, emphasizing the importance of unique property conditions and the impact on the public good. Mayor Ross appeared to propose an outreach meeting prior to the certified local government (CLG) designation. Additional topics included the consideration of financial incentives for property owners, the possibility of waiving application fees, and creating bronze markers for designated historic properties.
- FL
- Hillsborough County
- 3/26/24
- 03/26/2024
- 107 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Hillsborough County School Board delved into the complexities of updating the district’s cell phone policy, a debate marked by concerns about student safety, mental health, and academic integrity. Members also grappled with balancing the need for educational technology with maintaining discipline and aligning policies with state laws.
