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Board divides over release of Rays stadium negotiation documents; workshop motion approved
Summary
Commissioners sparred over whether to release draft staff analyses and notes tied to Tampa Bay Rays stadium negotiations. A substitute motion to hold a public workshop once an agreement is formulated passed 4-2; opponents sought immediate release of staff documents and financial analyses.
A prolonged, contentious exchange at the April 1 meeting centered on transparency around ongoing negotiations with the Tampa Bay Rays and potential use of Community Investment Tax (CIT) funds.
Commissioner Joshua Wostal pressed for release of draft documents, staff analyses and "personal notes" related to the Rays negotiations, arguing the public and board need transparency before votes. "If this board doesn't want to allow the public to see how we're attempting to spend their money, then shame on us," Wostal said during his motion to…
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