Tampa Bay: October 11, 2000
Hillsborough County news
Schools' pay plan narrows gap for new administrators
The proposal is a boost for those who have moved lately into management. Minorities and women are particularly affected.
Bonanno's lawyer seeks clarity on case
Robert Bonanno's lawyer filed a petition asking what the public will see later in the
Hillsborough schools cited for safety issues
TAMPA -- Hillsborough was among 12 school districts cited by Education Commissioner Tom Gallagher on Tuesday because of fire safety deficiencies.
District to present 3 plans for school
WESTCHASE -- Hillsborough School District officials will host a meeting Thursday evening to present three boundary plans for a new elementary school to open next year in the Nine Eagles area.
Girl, 10, to testify at sexual battery, kidnapping trial
A witness identifies the defendant in court. Also, DNA evidence and his confession will make it difficult for the defense.
School choice troubles NAACP leader
Sam Horton startles the school superintendent when he says he doubts the plan will desegregate schools and questions its intent.
Committee's plan for Olympics closely held
Two months before its submission to the U.S. Olympic Committee, much of Florida 2012's proposal is a secret.
Tampa police officer quits after sex inquiry
TAMPA -- A 10-year veteran of the Tampa Police Department has resigned after admitting he had sex with a prostitute while on duty.
Business briefs
The Internet Business Association Int'l., Inc., will host a luncheon to discuss Internet telephone technology from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Rusty Pelican Restaurant on Rocky Point, 2425 Rocky Point Drive in Tampa. The guest speaker will be Jim Vaughn of Cisco Systems. Cost is $20 for members, $30 for non-members. Reservations only. Call (813) 963-1251.
