Gov. Rick Scott late Tuesday appealed Broward Circuit Judge Carol-Lisa Phillips’ order that he must reinstate suspended Broward Heath Chairman David Di Pietro.
The appeal would likely prevent Di Pietro’s return to the board before its next regular meeting on April 27.
The notice of appeal to the Fourth District Court of Appeal in West Palm Beach offered no immediate grounds to overturn Phillips’ Monday order. The appeal is being handled by Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi’s office.
The governor’s office did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
Di Pietro said, “I am confident Judge Phillips’ well-reasoned decision will be upheld and this is nothing more than a stall tactic by Gov. Scott.”
You can find a copy of the appeal HERE
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