R26-233 Hispanic Star Tampa Hub second anniversary

1:16:50And the next resolution is the second anniversary of the Hispanic star Tampa Hub. Ladies.

1:17:02Hello. Hi, good afternoon. I'll go ahead and I'll read the resolution. Resolution number 26-233, a resolution by the Board of County Commissioners of Pasco County, Florida, celebrating the second anniversary of the Hispanic Well, I'm sorry, let me try it again. The second anniversary of the Hispanic Star Tampa Hub. Whereas the Hispanic Star Tampa Hub was established to empower, connect, and elevate the Hispanic community through leadership development, education, economic advancement, and civic

1:17:32engagement. And whereas during the past two years, the Hispanic Star Tampa Hub has become a driving force for positive change across the Tampa Bay region and with a strong and growing presence in Pasco County, fostering opportunities. That strengthen individuals, families, and communities. ANRAS, through intentional programming, mentorship, workforce readiness initiatives, and community-centered events, the Hispanic Star Tampa Hub has directly impacted more than 600 individuals, expanding access to leadership

1:18:02development, professional growth, and community connection, supporting residents and emerging leaders throughout Pasco County. Collective impact reflects the dedication of volunteers, partners, community leaders, and advocates committed to advancing representation. equa um equity and opportunity for Hispanic community. NRAS, the Hispanic Star Tampa Hub continues to serve as a platform for collaboration and empowerment, contributing to the economic vitality and social well-being of Pasco County and the greater Tampa

1:18:32Bay area. NRAS, this milestone represents not only two years of service and impact, but a continued promise to inspire leadership, expand opportunity, And build a stronger, more inclusive future for generations to come. And RAZ, the Pasco County Board of County Commissioners proudly recognizes and celebrates the second anniversary of the Hispan Hispanic Star Tampa Hub, honoring its meaning. A meaningful contributions, measurable community impact, and continued commitment to uplifting Hispanic families and leaders throughout

1:19:02Pasco County and beyond. Now therefore, be it resolved by the Board of County Commissioners of Pasco County, Florida, that said board hereby celebrating the second anniversary of the Hispanic Star Tampa Hub, done and resolved in regular session with a quorum present and voting this nineteenth day of May 2026.

1:19:19Okay.

1:19:19Vote approval. Second.

1:19:21All in favor say aye. Aye. Well, congratulations on two years. You see, we got a lot of group groups been here for a long time. Um was happy to do your resolution last year and happy that you're going forward. Maybe you can tell us a little bit about what you're doing to help the community and kind of get some awareness.

1:19:37Of course. My name is Claudia Vasquez. I'm the founder and president of the Hispanic Startampa Hub, and I was also for two years a part of The Commission of the Status of a Woman for Pasco County. I'm a new resident to Pasco County, only four years, moving from New Jersey. And one of my goals when I started this organization here in Tampa was exactly to bring that, bring a platform and a narrative to change the perspective of the Hispanics across the United States. We at a national level contribute to $3.1 trillion in

1:20:08the economy. We in Pasco County have 20% of the population register Hispanic. That means that one out of five people in Pasco County is Hispanic. In the schools, we have 28%. And children who are from Hispanic background need to be able to see role models like ourselves, putting the work Out there participating in the community and having the opportunity to provide platforms where we have again the opportunity to share our stories, be

1:20:38able to share how we were able to overcome obstacles, how we were able to reach university levels, and how we continue to impact the community, not only from an economic perspective, but also from an education. Educational perspective. We started with at my house. I live in Oakstead in Pasco County, and I had hosted a breakfast. I invited eight people and that I handpicked because I knew they had the intent, the effort, the intention, and the willingness. And with eight people, we

1:21:08started. We are now 165 members strong. We have received over $20,000 in scholarships. Or sponsorships to be able to create programs across uh different aspects. We have been able to invest time through volunteer activation. We have constantly um participated with Feeding Tampa Bay and a few other things here in the Pasco community as well as in Tampa. And on May 29th, we will be having our two-year celebration where we will be having a hundred people join us and uh

1:21:39We're very excited to be here because it only takes intention, it takes planning, but it's also about the execution and the involvement to be able to bring people together for one common goal. So here's my bo part of my board of directors. We all work full time, so we're very excited to be here and to have the opportunity to stand in front of all of you and receive this award or this proclamation.

1:22:03I think we have room for all of us to get on.

1:22:05Oh yeah. Yeah.

1:22:12So you guys then they can

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1:22:15be done. Yeah. Yes. Or I can I can do that. No No worries.

1:22:26But this is very honest.

1:22:33Yeah, he thinks it's

1:22:34Mm-hmm.

1:22:35And it was welcome. Thank you.

1:22:37I I look forget.

1:22:41Just Alright team. Gonna take two different ones. Right here. One, two, three. Perfect. My turn.

1:22:53One, two, three.

1:23:09Well we so much for your time to record that. No.

1:23:15Oh no thank you.