Follonica’s cabinet established the procedure for awarding management of the Ippodromo dei Pini racecourse and announced publication of the tender. The move follows the planning amendment approved by the council and completion of the procedures to regain control of the facility. The council seeks a concession-holder able to maintain horse racing and present a recovery plan, also using the sporting, social and cultural opportunities introduced by the new rules. Mayor Matteo Buoncristiani links the decision to overcoming past litigation and management difficulties. The statement describes the launch of the selection process; it neither identifies a winner nor confirms that the concession has been awarded.