Montgomery County Commission Chairman Doug Singleton speaks to Action 8 News about the future of Jackson Hospital, Monday, October 27, 2025 – Photo from WAKA Action 8 News

Action 8 News has spoken with Montgomery County Commission Chairman Doug Singleton about the future of financially troubled Jackson Hospital.

The Montgomery County Commission has pledged $10 million to help the hospital recover, while the Montgomery City Council has pledged another $25 million, if the state and others pitch in to help, Singleton said.

He said the hospital also needs more than $100 million in repairs due to deferred maintenance issues, including elevators, the parking deck and other infrastructure.

Singleton credits Rick Jackson of Georgia-based Jackson Healthcare for working through the hospital’s fi

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