Charter Review Advisory Commission 03-24-2026

The City of Tampa's Charter Review Advisory Commission met on March 24, 2026, to discuss ongoing revisions to the city charter, with a focus on redistricting, residency requirements for city officials, and the balance of powers between the mayor and city council. The commission reviewed demographic and growth data presented by the Hillsborough County Planning Commission, highlighting population and job growth projections and the redistricting process. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to debating whether residency requirements for the city clerk and department heads should be maintained or relaxed to improve talent recruitment, with no final decision reached. The commission also discussed the city council's authority to investigate mayoral policies and administrative actions, particularly in light of recent controversies involving selective enforcement by the police department. Several motions were passed to request further legal clarification on council investigative powers and to continue refining charter language. The group planned to review all proposed charter changes collectively in upcoming meetings, aiming for a final set of recommendations to present to the city council.