Tourist Development Council: June 2026
Escambia County
1. Certify that the TIN you are giving is correct (or you are waiting for a
Tourist Development Council listed this item on its agenda for 2026-06-16 in Escambia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. Does your agency operate on Calendar Year, State Fiscal Year, or Fiscal Year?
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. Does your agency operate on Calendar Year, State Fiscal Year, or Fiscal Year? Fiscal__(Oct. 1-Sept 30)___________________________________________________ 2. Please explain any discrepancies in the Expense Table and your agency's Financial Statements._______________None_______________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 3. Please explain any Net Income (Revenue less Expense) represented in the Expense Table above on the bottom row. What is the planned use for these residual funds? ____________All public and private funds received are used on fireworks or activities/services needed to support the event. ____________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4. Please list the salary of the top 5 employees, names and positions of your organization.
The Escambia County Tourist Development Council is reviewing annual reports from organizations that received Tourist Development Tax funds. These reports detail how funds were spent on fireworks or activities and services supporting events. Organizations are asked about their fiscal year, financial statements, net income, employee salaries, cash on hand, and fees charged to vendors. Information regarding marketing plans and ticket sales or sponsorships for tourism-related activities is also required. This review process is currently under review. The scope of work involves reporting and financial review, with potential future opportunities related to event support services and vendor participation. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to engage early to understand potential future needs as event plans develop.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. Increase overall attendance in 2026 2%
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. Interest, dividend, and barter exchange accounts opened
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. Maintain or
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. Please describe the marketing plan for your event or tourism relate d activity:_________
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. Recommendation: That the Board confirm its support related to County funding for the
The Escambia County Tourist Development Council is considering a multi-year funding commitment for the Foiling Week Pensacola Event. This event, proposed by Foiling Events US, Inc., would receive $375,000 annually from Tourist Development Tax funds for three years, starting in 2027 and continuing through 2029. The funding is planned to come from the Tourist Development Tax Fund. This item is currently under review, with a recommendation for confirmation of support. If approved, the event would likely involve site preparation, event setup, and ongoing operational support. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to reach out to Foiling Events US, Inc. or relevant county departments to learn more about potential opportunities as planning progresses, as early engagement can provide an advantage before final bids and permits are established.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Applicant:
- Foiling Events US, Inc.
1. See attached spreadsheet 50,000
The Tourist Development Council of Escambia County is reviewing a funding request for a program. The request includes a proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27, with total income projected at $133,000 and total expenses at $134,500. This program is currently under review by the council. The proposed expenses include $24,000 for professional services, $85,000 for contractual services, and $6,500 for marketing and promotion, among other categories. This review stage indicates potential opportunities for service providers in areas such as professional consulting, contractual work, and marketing. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to engage early to understand the program's needs before final budgets and contracts are established.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. The Basics:
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. The Basics:
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. The number shown on this form is my correct taxpayer identification number (or I am waiting for a number to be issued to me); and
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. The treaty country. Generally, this must be the same treaty under
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. Tourist/visitor numbers as measured by toll booth
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. You do not furnish your TIN to the requester;
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
10. Corporation or LLC electing corporate
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
11. Association, club, religious, charitable,
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
11. Closing Remarks – TDC Members
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
11. Closing Remarks – TDC Members
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
12. Partnership or multi-member LLC The partnership
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
13. A broker or registered nominee The broker or nominee
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
14. Account with the Department of
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
15. Grantor trust filing Form 1041 or
This notice is for local contractors, trades, suppliers, and service providers regarding potential funding opportunities for tourism-related projects in Escambia County. The Escambia County Tourist Development Council is accepting applications for Fiscal Year 2027 funding. Organizations must submit applications by March 30, 2026, for projects that primarily promote tourism. Funding may support programs, services, events, or facility and infrastructure projects. Businesses interested in providing services for these potential projects should reach out early to understand specific project needs as they are developed. This early engagement can provide an advantage before formal bids and contracts are established.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 221 Palafox Place, Pensacola FL 32502
- Applicant:
- Foiling Events US Inc
2. Certify that you are not subject to backup withholding; or
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. How many jobs were created this year over last year by zip code? n/a 3. What is the net cost per job created? n/a ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS (Economic Development) 1. What was done by your agency to address the "Pockets of Poverty"? 2. Did your agency receive any grants? List the amount and a detailed use of the funds. 3. Was there any increase in membership for the local chambers? 4. What are your agency's statistics on business creation and minority businesses by zip code?
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. I am not subject to backup withholding because (a) I am exempt from backup withholding, or (b) I have not been notified by the Internal Revenue
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. Increase number of room nights generated by the event 3.7%
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. Interest, dividend, broker, and barter exchange accounts
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. Introduction:
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. Introduction:
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. Maintain or
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. Please explain any discrepancies in the Expense Table and your agency's Financial
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. Please list the goal performance measure(s) by which your organization will measure the success of your program if funding is received. Maximum of three. For example, "number of families successfully transitioned into permanent housing and stabilized for 6 months utilizing County funding." Program Goals FY26 1. Number of National/Continental Competitive Sailing Events 6 (2 Special Events – GWA and Foiling Week, 1 world title) 2. Competitors (Entries) 300+
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. Please provide information regarding ticket sales or sponsorships for your event or tourism
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. Recommendation: That the Board take the following action concerning the purchase of
The Tourist Development Council is considering a recommendation for the purchase of a property located at 9360 Gulf Beach Highway. This property is currently owned by Waste Management, Inc. The item is currently under review by the Board. If approved, this purchase could lead to future development opportunities. This process would likely involve site assessment, planning, and potential construction phases. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to monitor this item's progress. Early engagement could provide an advantage as plans develop.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 9360 Gulf Beach Highway
- Applicant:
- Waste Management, Inc.
2. The treaty article addressing the income.
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. Tourist/visitor numbers as measured by toll both
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. Two or more individuals (joint account)
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. Was This Meeting Properly Advertised – Misty Pardue
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. Was This Meeting Properly Advertised – Misty Pardue
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. You do not certify your TIN when required (see the instructions for
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
20260616 TDC Agenda
This document is an agenda for the Escambia County Tourist Development Council Meeting on June 16, 2026. The primary focus is the review and recommendation of FY2027 TDT Grant Applications. Several organizations are seeking funding for various events and initiatives, with amounts ranging from $25,000 to over $12 million. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, discussion of available funds, and the proposed FY2027 TDT Budget.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda
- Decision:
- Recommendations for FY2027 TDT Grant Applications are to be made.
- Address:
- 221 Palafox Place, Pensacola, Florida 32502
- Applicant:
- Multiple organizations seeking TDT grants, including American Idol/ABC Homecoming Event, African American Heritage Society, Foiling Event US, Inc, Mike Hall Production, Pensacola Area Chamber Foundation, Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce, Pensacola Mardi Gras Foundation, Pensacola Sports, Santa Rosa Island Authority, UWF Historic Trust, Visit Pensacola & ACE, and William Banks Enterprises, Winterfest.
20260616 TDC Agenda Packet
[221 Palafox Place, Pensacola, Florida 32502] The Escambia County Tourist Development Council (TDC) met on June 16, 2026, to discuss the FY2027 Proposed TDT Budget and FY2027 TDT Grant Applications. Several organizations applied for funding, including American Idol/ABC Homecoming Event ($25,000), African American Heritage Society ($95,000), Foiling Event US, Inc ($375,000), Mike Hall Production (Blues Festival) ($115,000), Pensacola Area Chamber Foundation ($118,000), Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce ($160,075), Pensacola Mardi Gras Foundation ($250,000), Pensacola Sports ($1,610,271), Santa Rosa Island Authority – Pensacola Beach Airshow ($300,000), UWF Historic Trust ($290,000), Visit Pensacola & ACE – Unified ($10,869,331 for Visit Pensacola & $2,122,956 for ACE), William Banks Enterprises ($275,000), and Winterfest ($95,132). The meeting also included a public forum and approval of prior meeting minutes. [221 Palafox Place, Pensacola, Florida] The Escambia County Tourist Development Council (TDC) met on April 21, 2026. The meeting included approval of prior minutes, a status of funds available report showing FY2026 collections through March 2026 at $7,507,711 and a decrease of $28,064 year-over-year, and a current TDC cash balance of $27.4M as of March 2026. A workshop was scheduled for June 16, 2026. Pensacola Sports requested a letter of support for the World Sailing Championships 2030 and 2031, which was approved. Visit Pensacola provided an update on the Sunbelt Conference and the '#1 Beach in the US' campaign, requesting an additional $250,000 for the campaign, with a special meeting set for April 28th to discuss this. Discussions also covered communication between the Clerk and Comptroller and the Office of Management and Budget, the use of TDT for Bay Center improvements, and revamping the grant criteria committee. [221 Palafox Place, Pensacola, Florida] The Escambia County Tourist Development Council (TDC) held a special meeting on April 28, 2026, to address Visit Pensacola's funding request. Visit Pensacola requested an additional $250,000 to continue the '#1 Beach in the US' campaign, citing strong March performance with 7,034 hotel nights, 251 flights, and $2,027,880 in revenue. The motion to approve the additional $250,000 for Visit Pensacola was passed. [Blue Wahoos Stadium (for American Idol/ABC Homecoming Event); Central Office Complex (for EV Charging Stations); case R2026-50; SBA-26050] The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved the use of Tourist Development Tax (TDT) funding up to $25,000 for the American Idol/ABC Homecoming event sponsored by the City of Pensacola at the Blue Wahoos Stadium. This event is expected to provide national exposure with a 4-minute segment broadcast to 5.1 million people, featuring an estimated 5,000 concert tickets claimed plus overflow. The BOCC also ratified and accepted a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Equipment Rebate Voucher Award of $276,780 for Central Office Complex Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, approving a supplemental budget amendment and authorizing subsequent documents for the project. [2 Portofino Drive, Ste 2107, Gulf Breeze FL 32561] Foiling Events US Inc. applied for $500,000 in funding for 'Foiling Week Pensacola 2026'. The event aims to promote tourism by staging world-class foiling sailing events, attracting international tourists and sailing enthusiasts for up to 10 days, generating significant local economic impact. The event is planned exclusively in Pensacola and aims to become one of the largest multiclass foiling events globally. The requested funds are for direct programming costs. The organization previously received $315,000 under the name Sail Pensacola, which was used for global marketing, promotion, key team members, logistics, broadcast, distribution, race management, and stakeholder engagement. The proposed event for 2026 is expected to attract 300+ competitors and generate over $3 million in equivalent media value. [9360 Gulf Beach Highway (for Pleasant Grove Fire Station); Location for Foiling Week Pensacola Event not specified in this excerpt.; case ABA-26018] The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners confirmed support for Foiling Week Pensacola Event with Foiling Events US, Inc., utilizing Tourist Development Tax (TDT) funds. The request is for a multi-year funding commitment from 2027 through 2029 in the amount of $375,000 per year. Funding is available in the Tourist Development Tax Fund (108). The Board unanimously approved funding of $375,000 per year for three years from TDT. The Board also considered the purchase of 2.16 acres at 9360 Gulf Beach Highway for $162,500 for the construction of Pleasant Grove Fire Station and approved an administrative budget amendment for the project. [Pensacola Bay (event location)] Foiling Week Pensacola is a premier international hydrofoil sailing festival and World Sailing Special Event planned for 2026, aiming to establish Pensacola as the 'Foiling Capital' of the United States. The event is a key stop of the World Foiling Series and a World Sailing Special Event. Goals include driving tourism and economic impact, exceeding 2025's 10,243 hotel room nights by at least 75% in 2026, attracting 300+ competitors (more than doubling 2025's ~180), and achieving over 100 million in global media reach. The event will also focus on community integration, educational outreach, and volunteer opportunities. Marketing targets include the competitive sailing community, recreational water sports enthusiasts, and the local/regional community.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Grant applications were presented for consideration.
- Address:
- 221 Palafox Place, Pensacola, Florida 32502
- Applicant:
- Multiple applicants for FY2027 TDT Grant Applications
3. Claim exemption from backup withholding if you are a U.S. exempt
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- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
3. Hotel occupancy rates:
Tourist Development Council listed this item on its agenda for 2026-06-16 in Escambia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
3. I am a U.S. citizen or other U.S. person (defined below); and
Tourist Development Council listed this item on its agenda for 2026-06-16 in Escambia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
3. Increase overall economic impact of the event 1%
Tourist Development Council listed this item on its agenda for 2026-06-16 in Escambia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
3. Maintain or
Tourist Development Council listed this item on its agenda for 2026-06-16 in Escambia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
3. Narrative:
Tourist Development Council listed this item on its agenda for 2026-06-16 in Escambia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
3. Narrative:
Tourist Development Council listed this item on its agenda for 2026-06-16 in Escambia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-06-16
- Type:
- Agenda_item
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