SUBJECT:
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Request Approval of Tourist Development Council Request for Event Bid Fees (Budget Impact - Neutral; expenditure of $1,000)
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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. The following funding contract was recommended for approval by the TDC.
Funding for this event was initially approved by the Marion County Board of County Commissioners on April 07, 2026. The event has since had a change in location. The contract presented for approval reflects this change in event location only. No additional funding is being requested.
Fishers of Men Championship Bass Tournament $1,000
BUDGET/IMPACT:
Neutral; expenditure $1,000. 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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