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TMH/FSU Partnership – Public Hearing Process, Engagement Campaign, and Referendum Options

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Plain-language summary

Commissioner Matlow's motion to bring back a report on public process options — including a public hearing, engagement campaign, and possible 2026 ballot referendum — related to the proposed TMH/FSU partnership or potential sale of Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare failed 2-3. The majority was not willing to commit to exploring a referendum process at this time.

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How each commissioner voted

5 of 5 present
JE
John E. DaileyMayor
Voted No
CR
Curtis RichardsonSeat 4
Voted No
JM
Jeremy MatlowSeat 3
Voted Yes
Moved by
JP
Jack PorterSeat 1
Voted Yes
Seconded by
DW
Dianne Williams-CoxSeat 5
Voted No

The Motion

As stated on the record

“bring back an item to the October 22, 2025, regular meeting, that explores options related to the proposed partnership with TMH and FSU or any potential transfer or sell of TMH, that are not limited to but include a public hearing process, public engagement campaign, and the option to put the issue to referendum on the 2026 ballot”

Moved by
Seconded by
Official agenda title

TMH Public Hearing Process, Public Engagement Campaign & Referendum

📄BoardDocs · Sep 17, 2025 packet · page ↗

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