The Hillsborough Florida Proposal to amend certificate of incorporation to authorize a preferred stock aims to introduce a new class of stock within the corporation's capital structure to grant certain rights and benefits to its shareholders. This preferred stock would have distinct features and advantages compared to common stock, offering investors various options for investment. Preferred stock is a type of equity security that typically grants shareholders preferential treatment over common stockholders. When an amendment to the certificate of incorporation is proposed to authorize preferred stock, it represents a significant shift in the company's capital structure and can greatly impact the rights and benefits of existing and potential shareholders. There are different types of preferred stock that could be proposed as part of this amendment, including: 1. Cumulative Preferred Stock: This type of preferred stock guarantees that if the corporation cannot pay dividends in any specific year, the unpaid dividends will accumulate and must be paid in the future before paying any dividends to common stockholders. 2. Non-Cumulative Preferred Stock: Non-cumulative preferred stock does not accumulate unpaid dividends. If the corporation fails to pay dividends in any given year, the shareholders forfeit their right to receive those dividends. 3. Convertible Preferred Stock: Convertible preferred stock allows shareholders to convert their preferred shares into a specified number of common shares, thus providing potential for additional gains if the company's common stock price increases. 4. Participating Preferred Stock: With participating preferred stock, shareholders have the right to receive dividends at a set rate, similar to other preferred stocks. In addition, they are entitled to additional dividends on top of the set rate if the company achieves predetermined financial goals. 5. Redeemable Preferred Stock: Redeemable preferred stock can be repurchased by the issuing corporation at a predetermined price and within specified time frames. This provides the opportunity for the company to regain ownership of the shares if desired. The exact nature and terms of the proposed preferred stock class will depend on the specific preferences and objectives of the company's management team, as well as the needs and interests of current and potential investors. By amending the certificate of incorporation to authorize a preferred stock, the corporation seeks to increase its flexibility in attracting capital and potentially cater to investors seeking different levels of risk, reward, and shareholder rights.