Hillsborough County Commissioners have approved a proposal presented by Commissioner Kevin Beckner to create a county-wide Diversity Advisory Council.
The group will work to facilitate communication between the county government and diverse populations throughout the county, including the LGBT community. The council will also advise the County Commission and county staff on issues related to diversity affecting the County Government.
“The council will be comprised of volunteer citizens who are selected through a vote of the full Board of County Commission,” Beckner explained, adding that other membership categories include, in part, African American, Caribbean, Far East Asian, Hispanic/Latino, Indian Asian, Middle Eastern and People with Disabilities.
Once the council members are selected, it will develop programs and activities to promote better understanding of diverse populations and issues in Hillsborough County.
