Resources
UTILITY PROVIDERS
Tampa Electric (TECO):813-223-0800
Peoples Gas (TECO):813-275-3700
Hillsborough County (Water, Sewer & Recycling):813-272-6680
TV/PHONE/INTERNET
LOCAL SCHOOLS
Hillsborough County Schools:813-272-4000
Hillsborough County School Locator: Find your child’s school by searching your address.
Great Schools: Explore top-rated schools, find local information, talk “school” with local parents, and much more.
University of South Florida:A high-impact, global research university located in beautiful Tampa Bay.
Hillsborough Community College:HCC delivers teaching and learning opportunities that empower students to achieve their educational goals and become contributing members of the local community and a global society.
ADDITIONAL HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY CONTACTS
Animal Services:813-744-5660
Business License & Tax Collector:813-635-5200
Fire & Emergency Services:813-272-6600
Planning & Zoning:813-272-5920
Sheriff’s Office:813-247-8200
COMMUNITY NEWS
Hillsborough County: http://www.hillsboroughcounty.org/
Tampa Bay Online: http://tbo.com/
Tampa Bay Times: http://www.tampabay.com/
ENTERTAINMENT AND SHOPPING
Westshore Plaza: One of the premier shopping destinations in Tampa, Florida with a mix of shopping, dining and a luxury 14-screen theater.
Westfield Brandon: An upscale shopping complex that features dozens of boutiques and specialty retailers, with major department stores including Dillard’s, Macy’s, J.C. Penny, Sears and Dick’s Sporting Goods.
International Plaza and Bay Street: Adjacent to Tampa International Airport, is the most distinctive shopping and dining destination of Florida’s West Coast. Three fashionable department stores, over 200 specialty shops and Bay Street at the Plaza… an open-air village of fine restaurants and small boutiques.
Ybor City:One of only two National Historic Landmark Districts in Florida. Red brick buildings, wrought iron balconies and narrow brick streets give it an old-world charm that is a refreshing change of pace from the beach and the mall.
Busch Gardens:The ultimate family adventure park, offering 335 acres of fascinating attractions based on exotic adventures around the world. A unique blend of thrilling rides, one of the country’s premier zoos with more than 2,000 animals, live shows, restaurants, shops and games.
Adventure Island:30 acres provide water-soaked excitement for guests of all ages. Ease into island time in a place where corkscrew slides, waterfalls, a giant wave pool, a rambling river, and other family attractions create a laid-back atmosphere and hours of sun-drenched fun.
FloridaAquarium:This aquarium features a fascinating array of animals and birds found along Florida’s waterways.
Lowry Park Zoo:Guests can get closer to wildlife with these unique opportunities: feed a giraffe, ride a camel or a pony, touch a white rhino, hold a lorikeet, feel a stingray, walk with wallabies and many more.
Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI): More than 450 hands-on activities, plus Florida’s only IMAX® DOME Theatre.
Straz Center: A stunning community destination that offers a gamut of live performances and unique experiences. It’s also a nurturing home to passionate local artists and internationally known performers