Follow the Money: A Podcast About the Millage Referendum and Education Funding in Hillsborough County
Follow the Money: A Podcast About the Millage Referendum and Education Funding in Hillsborough County Welcome to Follow the Money, a multi-part podcast series that breaks down the millage referendum on the 2024 ballot and what it means for the future of education in Hillsborough County. Vote Early. Vote on November 5th. Vote YES for students!
Episodes
Episode 1: The Millage Breakdown In this first episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the millage referendum on the 2024 ballot for Hillsborough County. We’ll explain what the millage is, why it’s crucial for our schools, and how it can impact students, teachers, and the community as a whole. You can vote on this right now—by mail, at early voting sites, or on Election Day, November 5th.
Episode 2: Investing in Hillsborough County’s Future Join us as we talk about how the millage will make a tangible difference in teacher pay, support staff compensation, and programs like full-day pre-K, college counseling, and the arts. This episode paints a picture of the potential future if we pass—or miss—the opportunity.
Episode 3: How Local Taxes Shape Our Community Ever wonder where your tax dollars go? We’re looking at how local taxes, property taxes, and state funding affect everyday services in Hillsborough County. You’ll get a clearer understanding of how these funding streams flow through our community, supporting essential services like schools and public safety.
Episode 4: Why Early Learning Matters We explore how early learning funding shapes our children's futures. From kindergarten readiness to key programs like VPK, we break down why these early years are so vital and where Florida stands when it comes to investing in our youngest learners. What does this mean for the bigger picture of education funding in our state?
Episode 5: Common Critiques and Why This Millage Still Matters We circle back to the millage question on the November ballot after diving into how public education is funded in Florida. This episode addresses some of the common critiques of the millage and reinforces why it’s such a critical vote for the future of Hillsborough County.
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