SUBJECT:
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Request Approval of Tourist Development Council Request for Room Night Generating Event Funding for the Dixie Softball State Tournament Hosted by the Belleview Girls Softball Association, Inc. (Budget Impact - Neutral; expenditure of up to $12,012)
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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 Room Night Generating 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 the Dixie Softball State Tournament hosted by Belleview Girls Softball Association, Inc. to be held June 25-29, 2025, at Belleview Sportsplex. The estimated economic impact for this event is $1,697,760 and is anticipated to produce a 268% return on investment. This event was recommended for funding by the TDC at their regularly scheduled meeting on March 28, 2025, in the amount of $12,012.
BUDGET/IMPACT:
Neutral; expenditure of up to $12,012. 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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