GaYBOR District Coalition in Historic Ybor City have voted and changed leadership with its recognized positive growth in the district. The efforts of grass roots merchants and individuals have now put GaYBOR at the top of GLBT issues and awareness in Tampa Bay! The Worldwide recognition of GaYBOR making it known as ‘a very GLBTA friendly place to visit.’

And that is a good thing! Over 280 community diverse GLBTA Florida businesses, non profits and members represent the non profit GaYBOR District headquartered in Historic Ybor City

Newly elected officers are:

    President – Mark Eary, Vice President – Mike Olds, Co- Secretary’s – Mark Bias & Brian Betz, Treasurer – Walter Pinillos, Resident Officer – Michael Wilson and Membershiop Events – Jayme Kosar.

    Carrie West is now President Emeritus, Rich Kerin is Emeritus, and D. Stephen Moss will remain on the YCDC Board representing GaYBOR District Coalition.

The group was applauded for the past GaYBOR Days achievements in highlighting  GaYBOR VIP & Movie Night, the GaYBOR White Party and having the Hillsborough Cty Commissioners sign the GaYBOR Proclamation for GaYBOR Days. GaYBOR Days received commendations and proclamations from Florida State House, Tampa Mayor’s office, Tampa City Council and Hills County Commisioners for our combined economic and revitalization of Tampa’s historic district in Ybor City. Furthering the great positive strides & efforts by GaYBOR Coalition, Cty Comm Kevin Beckner brought forth the repeal of the county ban on Gay Pride in the county and passed by a unanimous, 7-0 vote.

On the upcoming events includes “GaYBOR’s Annual Mayor’s Luncheon” June 27th, 11:30 at Hamburger Mary’s. Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn is the guest speaker, entertainment by Una Voce’s Rays singing group, and on the menu is Prime Rib, Chicken or Veggie Plate.

 Also GaYBOR will be having a float in the St Pete Pride Parade, June 29th.