1. CAO26-5146 Travel and Toursim Week 2026 Resolution

Board of County Commissioners · 2026-05-05 · agenda_item

The Board of County Commissioners of Pasco County is considering a resolution to declare the week of May 3-9, 2026, as Travel and Tourism Week in Pasco County. This is a proclamation to recognize the importance of the travel and tourism industry to the local economy. The resolution highlights that in Fiscal Year 2025, visitors had an economic impact of $1.12 billion and supported 9,480 jobs. Florida's Sports Coast, the county's Destination Management Organization, will celebrate this week with their sixth Annual Tourism Banquet and Awards on May 14, 2026. This item is currently under review as a resolution. While this item does not involve direct construction, it aims to promote tourism, which supports various local businesses and industries. Businesses involved in hospitality, event services, marketing, and local attractions may see increased activity or opportunities related to this recognition and celebration.

Travel and Tourism Week 2026

2026

May 3-9, 2026

2026

congressional resolution

1983

Fiscal Year 2025

2025

economic impact

1.12 billion

increase over Fiscal Year 2024

14.1 percent

direct spending

765 million

approximately 1.5 million visitors

1.5 million

saved each Pasco household

418

supported jobs

9,480

generating wages and salaries

330.6 million

visitors supporting one job

165

Annual Tourism Banquet and Awards

sixth

May 14, 2026

2026

Pasco County Mosquito Control District

75th

Meeting date

2026-05-05