The Hillsborough County Commission is seeking applicants for its Diversity Advisory Council.
The board is seeking applicants from these categories: African American (1); Caribbean (1); Far East Asian (1); Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender (2); Indian Asian (1); Middle Eastern (1); Native American (1); and Northern and Southern European (2).
All nominees must reside in and be registered voters in Hillsborough County. This is a voluntary position, so does not include any compensation.
Those interested in applying must submit:
- An essay of 200-500 words highlighting what your goals would be as a member of the Diversity Advisory Council and state why you are most suited to carry forth those goals.
- A completed questionnaire for Diversity Advisory Council
- A Standards of Conduct Form.
The board meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
Forms are available on the County’s website, at HCFLGov.net. To download a form, click on the following tabs/links: “Government”, “Boards and Committees Forms”. The forms can be filled out and printed, then scanned and emailed, faxed, or mailed.
All forms must be signed and dated, and all questions must be answered in entirety to be eligible.
Applicants declining to submit an essay will be eliminated from further consideration for service on the Diversity Advisory Council of Hillsborough County.
Applications are due by the close of business on Aug. 17.
Appointments are scheduled at Hillsborough County board meeting in September or October.
Forms can be mailed to: P. O. Box 1110, Tampa, Florida, 33601; faxed to 813-239-3916; or emailed to
They also can be personally delivered to the second floor of 601 E. Kennedy Blvd., in downtown Tampa.
Published August 02, 2023
