November 27th 2023.
Cassandra Jackson has said goodbye to her five-year position as the lead attorney for Tallahassee. According to The Tallahassee Democrat, her resignation was effective Friday, November 24th, for personal reasons. She shared her gratitude for the role, saying “It certainly has been the honor of my life, my career, to serve as your city’s attorney.” Jackson will remain in the position until her retirement date of June 1, 2024, for which she will be paid her current salary of $248,767.
Jackson announced her resignation on November 2nd, and it has since prompted discussion of City Hall’s “hostile environment.” This opinion was backed by Assistant City Manager Wayne Tedder’s negative text messages about Jackson’s expertise and credentials.
Despite the controversy, Tallahassee city commissioners have expressed admiration for Jackson. Commissioner Dianne Williams-Cox called her a true inspiration and Commissioner Curtis Richardson said she was “one of the best you’ll ever find in Florida.” Mayor John Dailey showed his support for her upcoming chapter, saying “I’m very appreciative for what she has done for the City of Tallahassee.”
Jackson made history when she was elected in February of 2018 as Tallahassee’s first Black female city attorney. Before that, she was the deputy city attorney for two years.
As the city searches for a permanent attorney to replace Jackson, Deputy City Attorney Amy Toman will step in as interim. Commissioner Williams-Cox said that the office will continue to function as if Jackson were still there, since Toman has the experience to keep up with the daily operations.
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