SUBJECT:
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Request Approval of Tourist Development Council Request for Bid Fee Funding - MLF Heavy Hitters hosted by Major League Fishing, LLC (Budget Impact - Neutral; expenditure of $75,000)
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Loretta Shaffer, Director |
Tourist Development |
DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
The Tourist Development Council (TDC) seeks funding approval for organizations that have festivals, events, or programs which support the TDC’s mission of growing the economy and accelerating prosperity in Marion County through effective destination sales and marketing. The Bid Fee Event Funding Program is intended to position Marion County as a must-experience destination in Florida through bringing quality events and initiatives to Marion County. This funding contract is for MLF Heavy Hitters hosted by Major League Fishing, LLC. to be held May 16-22, 2026, at Heagy- Burry Boat Ramp - Orange Lake. This event was recommended for funding in the amount of $75,000 by the TDC at their regularly scheduled meeting on February 27, 2025.
BUDGET/IMPACT:
Neutral; expenditure of $75,000. Funding from CP155552-548101.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
Motion to approve the Tourist Development Council funding request and authorize the Chairman and Clerk to execute the attached funding agreement.
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