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The request was presented as an information-only item at the March 26 meeting and no vote was taken. City staff said they will gather additional legal, financial and operational details and return with a recommendation at the April 16 meeting.

The city manager said the hospital, founded as a municipal facility and leased to a nonprofit operator since 1979, has grown into a regional system. City staff framed the prompt as an opportunity to lay out how the city’s ownership of hospital property and assets interacts with any proposed governance changes. The manager told the commission: “Status quo is not achievable because even the ARIS board is not status quo. It's a really significant change in the future of health care in Tallahassee.”

TMH CEO Mark O’Brien described the proposal to reconfigure boards as a way to manage growth and protect the hospital’s long-term viability. “When the question comes up to ownership, we are first of all, let me just say happy with our relationship with the city,” O’Brien told commissioners. “But when you change ownership, ownership matters. Whoever owns the asset sets the agenda, defines the priorities, and we want to make sure that we keep those priorities based on the patients we serve, the community we serve.”

Hospital counsel and board members said changes to the articles of incorporation and bylaws would be required and that TMH’s board had unanimously approved the proposed restructuring. TMH general counsel Murray Moore asked the commission to consider separating the governance-request timeline from any wider, longer-term conversation about a potential sale of the hospital, saying the board would prefer to have the new structure in place sooner to manage ongoing projects and partnerships.

Dozens of physicians, board members, affiliated providers and patients spoke at the meeting. Many emphasized TMH’s role as a local, nonprofit safety-net provider for North Florida and South Georgia and urged the city to preserve local control. Several speakers asked explicitly that any sale not be allowed to remove local accountability.

“We are completely supportive as a board with a partnership with FSU,” said Sally Bradshaw, chair of the TMH board, while stressing that the board favors partnership models rather than a change in ownership. Physician commenters described clinical and operational ties across the region and warned that moving to a nonlocal ownership model could change priorities for indigent care, rural partnerships and community services.

Commission discussion focused on process. Commissioners and staff said the city must better describe the city’s current rights under the lease (the city owns the hospital land and buildings and the lease dates to 1979), the role of the commission under existing documents, and what the ARIS structure would mean for oversight. City staff said they would collect legal, fiscal and contract questions and bring as much information as possible back at the April 16 meeting.

Why it matters: TMH operates on city-owned land and the commission has formal approval roles under the lease when articles or bylaws change. The proposed ARIS board would centralize oversight of multiple facilities and would alter how TMH engages with partners, including Florida State University. The commission’s next review will be the first chance to see detailed legal and financial analysis before any formal action.

What’s next: Staff and the city attorney said they will meet with TMH and other stakeholders, gather requested analyses and return to the commission on April 16 with a fuller record and possible options for action. The item was informational only; no votes or approvals occurred at the March 26 meeting.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Commission Meeting - March 26, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Tallahassee Memorial Hospital asked the city commission to review a proposed governance change that would create a parent ARIS board to oversee a regional health system; the item was informational only and staff will return with detailed analysis.","taxTitle","Tallahassee, Leon County, Florida","taxId",38149,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6096879,"Votes at a glance: March 26 Tallahassee City Commission (appointments, contracts, grants, eminent domain)",1576,2024000,3600000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2830339-a0f5939b0d75658469d9a827f2db4d61&start=2024&end=3600","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2830339-a0f5939b0d75658469d9a827f2db4d61/thumbnail_2024000.jpg","/articles/6096879/Tallahassee/Leon-County/Florida/Votes-at-a-glance-March-26-Tallahassee-City-Commission-appointments-contracts-grants-eminent-domain","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6096879-d04e1fba1d1d0d0113e1d54479e6e01e/orig.mp4?Expires=1770443001&Signature=kwoFloRtnGIALz9vq0yz5B~~2iHLn395~2TyuxjYVYyWbOwpEtjxxYB44dVLfB2P-guWyV5TER8xVWZXJ~V1o4L1x5~JxRCw-Bzb3zttgGcGvGmR4WqlYlIHYU0yqU6DkL1oO~BhfKHBdoEz6ZWWRYDeopu45czJcLiPvXGV6FBt4j3jdCfrck0n0VYIUqhdyI1VG6-Ddip3Af5m4EvhouRcak6hLaRzGuwSyh9RVYjzkpQEorxQPA9nNyAKpzIUycUhZgO4d36qUWAwCHtmjj1qy9DQFAZShVnGzlfCHer6yVbpspLYKKb2QwCNisweK6t5H8NSA6gqValTdbZAHQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At its March 26 meeting the Tallahassee City Commission recorded a series of formal actions across appointments, procurement and capital projects. The key outcomes are listed below. See the full meeting transcript and agenda for details.

Votes at a glance (selected actions taken March 26, 2025)

- Consent agenda: Passed unanimously (5–0). Motion to approve consent (mover: Commissioner Richardson; second: Mayor Pro Tem Diane Williams Cox).

- Contract award — Landscape maintenance services: Commission approved award recommendation for landscape maintenance services to Rotolo Consultants, Inc. (mover: Commissioner Porter; second: Commissioner Richardson). Vote: unanimous (5–0). The contract covers mowing, edging and litter removal across city roads; FDOT roads are excluded for edging components and FDOT reimbursement was discussed.

- Appointments (all passed as recorded, majority unanimous votes unless noted):
- Apalachee Regional Planning Council: reappointment of Commissioner Porter to the two-year seat (option 1) — passes unanimously.
- Tallahassee Human Relations Committee (seat 2 and seat 4): Christy Tillman and Gene Calixti appointed (staff recommendation) — passes unanimously.
- Joint City‑County Bicycling Work Group: Hugh Aaron reappointed through December 2027 — passes unanimously.
- Downtown Improvement Authority: Teresa Nicks (seat 5), reappointment of Gus Corbella (seat 6), and Nicholas Gavales (seat 7) appointments approved — passes unanimously.
- Affordable Housing Advisory Committee: Sherry Gewanter reappointed — passes unanimously.
- Independent Ethics Board: Brian Smith appointed to fill unexpired portion of seat 1 (through Dec. 30, 2026) after review of eligibility — passes unanimously.
- Municipal Code Enforcement Board: Alexandria Robinson appointed to fill current term (expires May 30, 2026) — passes unanimously.
- Environmental Board: Zach Salter appointed to serve remainder of term (expires Oct. 30, 2026) — passes unanimously.
- Architectural Review Board: Elizabeth Crawford appointed to fill term (through June 30, 2027) — passes unanimously.

- Introductions and scheduling of public hearings: The commission introduced (read into the record and scheduled hearings) for two ordinances: 25‑Z‑05 (zoning map change for 2748 Pecan Road) and 25‑O‑07 (annexation per Florida Statutes section 171.044). Both items were set for public hearing on April 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

- Transportation / Right-of-way and eminent domain: The commission adopted two resolutions authorizing initiation of eminent domain lawsuits to acquire parcels needed for the FAMU Way Phase 4 roadway project (owners identified in staff reports). Motion passed 4–1 (Commissioner Matlow opposed). Staff said negotiations and offers were made; resolutions allow staff to move to the court process if negotiation fails.

- Zoning: Ordinance 25‑Z‑O6 (Hudson Lakes PUD) — first and only public hearing held and ordinance adopted (5–0). See separate article on the PUD rezoning.

- Housing and HUD funds: The commission accepted emergency solutions grant (ESG) funds and approved amendments to the FY 2024 consolidated plan and FY 2024‑25 Annual Action Plan to use ESG funding for homelessness outreach and services (motion passed unanimously).

- Airport grant resolution: Commission adopted resolution accepting and authorizing execution of a Florida Department of Transportation Public Transportation Grant Agreement for $2,092,536 toward the Tallahassee International Airport international processing facility (resolution adopted unanimously). The airport reported 80% construction completion and described additional state and federal funding already secured.

- Transit electrification contract authorization: Commission authorized the city manager to negotiate and execute a contract for bus‑electrification infrastructure at StarMetro with Camber Operating Company (contract authority $12,200,000). Motion passed unanimously.

Formal actions recorded here reflect the matters called or moved on the March 26 agenda. Items that required additional study (such as the hospital governance request) were treated as informational and will return to the commission with staff analysis or scheduled hearings as noted in the transcript and staff materials.","A compact summary of formal actions taken March 26: consent approvals, multiple board appointments, contract awards, grants accepted, and two eminent‑domain resolutions for FAMU Way Phase 4.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6096884,"Commission adopts Hudson Lakes PUD zoning for 10.3-acre site near I‑10 with affordable-housing density bonus",2580,7200000,9780000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2830339-a0f5939b0d75658469d9a827f2db4d61&start=7200&end=9780","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2830339-a0f5939b0d75658469d9a827f2db4d61/thumbnail_7200000.jpg","/articles/6096884/Tallahassee/Leon-County/Florida/Commission-adopts-Hudson-Lakes-PUD-zoning-for-103-acre-site-near-I10-with-affordable-housing-density-bonus","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6096884-065859be7d1063f9a329e93dc1f23b83/orig.mp4?Expires=1770443001&Signature=QNyoOLKd9EBqMM4AwVxdXCgXb6Th7kVDP52EpUSBjIvJAyhlwnS7U-93BCOOiOvEFai9zRKkWR8g6ZRZM0N8zNPWl7iep1ApOfH9oQefjfSbK8NJX3-OUhOs-GAJhiHOJ6JzeiYRdLi1gGhquuIjvLcyxki0uSUm3wgC1zzjXwqg86l8jkgGNl5W6ESJRb9JUIjxaOoKiYf1uR-LkL8qVANILqPPfuF3K3SCC17A89xlRqRHQDABER9lhV06zYnAfceTH871FVtLbi6lRDMMMMH0-PCk20cVj6hdRFpWGARB~xUtgVqPp3BJWwm7KiCTBSudUOxomb49SjsXwXf-rg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Tallahassee City Commission unanimously approved a rezoning on March 26 that changes 10.3 acres immediately south of Interstate 10 (near Portland Avenue and roughly 1,200 feet west of Old Bainbridge Road) from single- and two-family residential zoning to a planned-unit development labeled Hudson Lakes PUD.

The zoning action implements the property's future-land-use designation of Urban Residential 2, which allows up to 20 dwelling units per acre. The developer is eligible for a 25% density bonus under the city code by providing certified affordable housing; staff noted that bonus and the PUD concept would allow the site to reach up to 255 units when bonus density is applied, subject to site-plan and permitting review.

Engineer Peter O'Conquo described plans for a mixed community with public-facing amenities including a trail and recreation elements; developer representatives told staff they will parcel and build infrastructure at their expense. Several neighbors objected at the public hearing, raising traffic safety (particularly a nearby 90-degree turn), flooding risk and questions about sewer and water infrastructure. Residents showed staff petitions and asked for more detail before site plan review.

City staff and planning reviewers explained that the PUD zoning step establishes the allowed plan and general density but does not authorize construction details. Stormwater, traffic operations, emergency access and detailed compatibility issues (buffering, lighting, dumpster locations) will be reviewed during the required site-plan permitting and Development Review Committee phases. Staff confirmed the Land Development Code forbids developments that would flood neighboring property; stormwater solutions must be documented during permitting.

Commissioner discussion emphasized the need to address neighbor concerns in the next (site-plan) phase and noted staff will require the developer to meet the code standards on buffers, sidewalks, lighting and access. The ordinance adopting the rezoning was read and enacted, with the public hearing held and adoption completed the same evening.

Why it matters: The rezoning converts a tract of infill land to a PUD and makes density bonuses tied to affordable housing available. Neighbors should expect more detailed design, traffic mitigation and stormwater engineering during the next permitting steps.

What’s next: The developer must submit a site plan and permitting materials. Planning and public-infrastructure review will evaluate traffic, emergency access and stormwater; the commission will see any significant requests that require amendment or discretionary action.","The City Commission approved rezoning 10.3 acres near I‑10 to Hudson Lakes Planned Unit Development (PUD). The developer will pursue a site plan and is eligible for a density bonus tied to affordable units; residents voiced flood, traffic and compatibility concerns during the public hearing.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6096889,"Immigrant-rights groups press Tallahassee leaders to end 287(g) partnership; commission debates next steps",1668,11532000,13200000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2830339-a0f5939b0d75658469d9a827f2db4d61&start=11532&end=13200","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2830339-a0f5939b0d75658469d9a827f2db4d61/thumbnail_11532000.jpg","/articles/6096889/Tallahassee/Leon-County/Florida/Immigrant-rights-groups-press-Tallahassee-leaders-to-end-287g-partnership-commission-debates-next-steps","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6096889-53cef71441a6f73716b2651ff3793740/orig.mp4?Expires=1770443001&Signature=Z1e7vA97fIGkwDqoPov2Kafj4MgjxPbrt1SPF0LPocFaNjzNJL1GWj3xQYsj45hPeH6M5NIoIlUkqAt1Mf~gXvWxgo0F9Dqa4Agqx-YEsK2fhWHZ~GP-5aSNhzu44qtQjXVQIy1m3yzA3iIzF0pyiT1rIvfUswwtemuTYEXB5W4J8vip-VcTgRkgBSqVrUAmJ82a~HlKdfCrmjT3rQib-6-EFjKN-7AcHT8225~atElb4h0LzKznLBLNLMOQh1a5MbocZ5~9KVvq5LbRefkW-Vr24M3zm03v~DMTa2ccJc0RZrXAGMgDxfya-MSlU3QAfWMkz-liYJ4-RS8dzVzfqg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Dozens of residents, faith leaders, students, immigrants and civil-rights advocates used the March 26 public-comment period to protest a 287(g) agreement that extends Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) authorities to local officers.

Speakers said the agreement will chill community cooperation with police, harm immigrant families and increase the risk of racial profiling. \"By allowing TPD to work alongside ICE, you are scaring thousands of beloved residents in our community,\" said Jordan Scott of the Northwest Florida Federation of Labor. Multiple speakers asked the commission to terminate the agreement.

Chief of Police described the city’s adopted approach as narrow and limited: the department will train a single officer (40 hours of required training under the program) to support identification and processing of violent felony offenders encountered during routine enforcement operations, he said. The chief and city staff said the department does not plan to launch broad sweeps, to question immigration status at routine public events, or to perform school or church raids.

Commission discussion focused on legal obligation, transparency and risk. Commissioners asked whether the law requires a municipality to enter a 287(g) agreement. The city attorney said the statute’s language and the governor’s executive guidance create significant state pressure and that interpretation is evolving; she said it is not yet settled in court whether cities are compelled to sign. Commissioners voted on motions to (a) direct the city attorney to seek a declaratory judgment in court on whether the city is legally required to enter a 287(g) agreement (motion failed 3–2), and (b) request that a follow-up information item come back at the next meeting with an explanation of what a recent South Miami legal action did on the question (the commission directed staff to return with that background).

Community groups told the commission they will continue to press the city to rescind the agreement and to restore community trust. Legal observers and civil-rights attorneys present at the meeting offered to provide counsel and document examples of alleged profiling patterns from other jurisdictions.

Why it matters: 287(g) agreements deputize local officers to help ICE identify and hold certain noncitizens for federal immigration processes. Civil-rights advocates say the agreements increase mistrust between immigrant communities and local law enforcement and may produce civil-rights litigation; police leaders say focused agreements targeting violent offenders can aid public safety. The city is now publicly debating whether it must participate and how to proceed.

What’s next: Commissioners asked staff for a background report on an active South Miami court action that challenged state/local 287(g) requirements. Staff will return to the commission with that analysis and other legal options for next steps.","Community speakers urged the commission to terminate a 287(g) agreement between Tallahassee Police Department and ICE. Commissioners debated legal options; motions to seek immediate litigation or to require further legal review produced split votes","actionData","errors"]

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