Locals who are running for District 2 and 4 will speak at event, on Tuesday, July 26
The public is invited to come out to the Meet the Candidates for Hillsborough County School Board forum, on Tuesday, July 26.
The event will be a platform for candidates for District 2 and District 4 to each make their case as to why they’re the right fit.
The forum will be held at the Sadye Gibbs Martin Community Center and will run from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
“Over the years, the Improvement League of Plant City hosts a number of forums where residents meet with candidates seeking office in areas of education, judicial, city, and county (matters),” said William Thomas, president of the Improvement League of Plant City, CDC.
While it is open to the public, those who plan to be there must R.S.V.P by July 21 so that adequate food and seating will be available.
“These elected officials have a significant impact to our local quality of life, in regards to policy,” Thomas said. “Connecting residents with those who are elected to make decisions is key to succession planning. The policies and processes made today are long term. Education is one of our key focus areas as it relates to our youth forensic classes, arts and music, college and vocational scholarships.”
Four candidates have confirmed that they will be present.
The non-partisan primary contenders for District 2 are Stacy Hahn and Damaris Allen.
The non-partisan primary contenders for District 4 are Hunter Gambrell, Patricia Rendon, and Danielle Smalley.
Each member has a four-year term limit, and in Hillsborough County there are three seats up for election.
The primary election will be held on Aug. 23 and the general election will be on Nov. 8.
Those who plan on attending can R.S.V.P by calling (813) 704-5800.
On Thursday, Aug. 11, there will be a forum for judicial candidates, starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Sadye Gibbs Martin Community Center.
Other speaking points that will be addressed include policies, the proposed sales tax, and workforce retention.
