The Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners approved a 25 percent discount on annual Conservation Park entry passes for residents 65 and older that will allow seniors more access to County parks and live an active, healthy lifestyle.

The Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners approved a funding agreement with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay for a summer employment program for Hillsborough County youths between the ages of 13 and 17. The program will help improve their employment potential by assessing skills and interests, exploring careers, coaching them to make sound educational decisions, and providing mentoring and job-shadowing opportunities.
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The Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners approved an agreement with the Early Learning Coalition to provide financial assistance for child care services for low-income residents that will help families continue down the path to self-sufficiency. 
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The Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners approved an agreement to continue funding adult education and training programs that will help low-income residents in Hillsborough County achieve gainful employment through higher education opportunities.
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