This week on Talking Central Florida, regional officials have an in-depth discussion about Amendment 3 and what it means for homeowners and local governments.
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 was 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
Talking Central Florida is hosted by Steve Mort. The show gets in-depth analysis from the journalists covering our region’s most important issues.
The show is a production of the News Collaborative of Central Florida with support from Central Florida Public Media, the Orlando Sentinel, the Winter Park Voice, and the Central Florida Foundation.
View every podcast from the show at youtube.com/@TalkingCentralFlorida