Talking Central Florida – October 21, 2026
Tune in on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. on Central Florida Public Media (90.7 FM Orlando and 89.5 FM Ocala).
This week on Talking Central Florida, an in-depth discussion about Amendment 3 and what it means for homeowners and local governments. Steve Mort from the News Collaborative of Central Florida and Lauren Melendez and Christopher Heath from WKMG News 6 host a community conversation looking at both sides of the debate over property taxes, and how an increase in the homestead exemption will impact Floridians, city and county budgets, and public services. This program is a production of WKMG News 6 and the News Collaborative. It first aired live on News 6 on September 28, 2026. Panelists included:
- State Rep. Ryan Chamberlin (R-Marion County)
- Amy Mercado, Orange County Property Appraiser
- Caroline Melear, Director of Finance and Insurance, R Street Institute
- Harold Theus, Executive Director, Florida Fire Chiefs’ Association
