Hillsborough
Voters in November 2018 approved a one-cent surtax to fund county transportation projects in Hillsborough County. Mr. Emerson and Mr. White filed separate lawsuits in the trial court challenging the surtax. Mr. Emerson, a county resident, challenged the legality of the bond used to fund the projects. Mr. White, a County Commissioner, challenged the constitutionality of the tax, arguing it took power from county commissioners. The circuit court found the tax to be legal in part but severed certain portions it found to be unconstitutional. This appeal followed.

Appearance for Appellant, Stacy White:
Chris Altenbernd of Banker Lopez Gassler, P.A., Tampa, 813-221-1500

Appearance for Appellant/Cross-Appellee, Robert Emerson:
Derek T. Ho of Kellogg, Hansen, Todd, Figel & Frederick, P.L.L.C., Washington, D.C.,
202-326-7900

Appearance for Appellee/Cross-Appellant, Hillsborough County:
George S. Lemieux of Gunster, Yoakley & Stewart P.A., Ft. Lauderdale, 954-462-2000

Appearance for Appellee/Cross-Appellant, Tyler Hudson, Keep Hillsborough Moving, Inc., And All For Transportation:
Raoul G. Cantero Of White & Case LLP, Miami, 305-371-2700