Applications are due September 26, 2025
Hillsborough County, Fla. (Aug. 29, 2025) - Hillsborough County Commissioners are seeking interested residents to serve on the Diversity Advisory Council. The council was created to facilitate communication between Hillsborough County government and diverse populations, and to address matters related to diversity that affect County government and its citizens.
The Council is appointed by the Board of County Commissioners and is comprised of two individuals from each of the following categories: African American; Caribbean; Far East Asian; Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender; Hispanic/Latino; Indian Asian; Middle Eastern; Native American; Northern and Southern European; People with Disabilities; and At Large (Identification with a specific category is not required).
Meeting schedule: Monthly, 2nd Wednesday, 6:30 PM.
Seven positions are vacant; six terms will expire. Terms are for two years. Positions are specified as individuals from the following categories:
- (1) African American
- (1) Caribbean
- (1) Far East Asian
- (2) Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender
- (2) Hispanic/Latino
- (1) Indian Asian
- (1) Middle Eastern
- (2) Native American
- (1) Northern & Southern European
- (1) People with Disabilities
All nominees must reside in and be registered voters in Hillsborough County. Appointments are voluntary positions; therefore, members serve without compensation.
Citizens interested in being considered for an appointment 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 complete Questionnaire for Diversity Advisory Council;
- and a Standards of Conduct Form
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.
The application is due by close of business on September 26, 2025. Appointments will be scheduled for a meeting of the Board of County Commissioners in October or November.
Forms can be -
Mailed to: P. O. Box 1110, Tampa, FL 33601
Emailed to: Rotgerg@HCFL.Gov
Delivered to: 601 E. Kennedy Blvd., 2nd Floor, Tampa FL 33602