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Ethics board approves advisory opinion: city may fund plaque for retiring vendor, staff told to check procurement

Tallahassee Independent Ethics Board · February 18, 2026
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Summary

The board approved Advisory Opinion 2026-01, concluding a city employee may use city funds to purchase a plaque for a retiring long-time city vendor, but staff was advised to consult the city attorney about procurement rules.

The Tallahassee Independent Ethics Board voted Feb. 17 to approve Advisory Opinion 2026-01, finding that a city employee may use city funds to give a retiring vendor a plaque.

Staff explained the matter is the mirror of restrictions that normally apply…

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