Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project
Jackson County
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1. Develop an Exhibit & Community Awareness Plan
This item concerns the development of an Exhibit and Community Awareness Plan for a museum project in Jackson County. The plan involves outreach to local groups, schools, and organizations to gather photos, artifacts, and stories. It also includes partnering with the Jackson County School District for student-led oral history projects and focused outreach to specific communities like Dozier. The project is currently in the planning stages, with community engagement and content gathering as key early phases. This initiative will likely require services in public relations, marketing, event planning, and potentially historical research and archival support. Engaging early could provide opportunities to shape outreach strategies and supply services as the project moves forward.
- Board:
- Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project
- Date:
- 2026-05-12
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. Ecological History – Natural resources, native species, waterways, conservation.
Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-12 in Jackson 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:
- Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project
- Date:
- 2026-05-12
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. Executive Summary
Jackson County is planning a new cultural asset, the Jackson County Museum and Dozier Memorial Park, on the former Arthur G. Dozier School for Boys campus. This project aims to transform the site into a place for education and community connection, featuring exhibits on Jackson County's history in the historic cafeteria building and outdoor reflection spaces with walking trails and interpretive signage. Plans also include an adjacent Emancipation History Museum. The project is currently in the planning and review phase, led by the Jackson County Board of County Commissioners and the Jackson County Tourist Development Council. Development will be phased, focusing on grant funding and partnerships. This initiative will likely involve site preparation, construction of museum spaces, installation of outdoor features like trails and signage, and exhibit design and installation. Local contractors, trades, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to engage early to understand the project's scope and potential needs as plans develop, before bids and permits are finalized.
- Board:
- Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project
- Date:
- 2026-05-12
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- former Arthur G. Dozier School for Boys campus
- Applicant:
- Emancipation Day of Northwest Florida
1. Executive Summary .........................................................................................................3
Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-12 in Jackson 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:
- Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project
- Date:
- 2026-05-12
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. Request: Board approval of Museum Business Plan and Immediate Short-Term Goals
The Jackson County Tourist Development Council is seeking board approval for a Museum Business Plan and Immediate Short-Term Goals. This item is currently under review, with a recommendation to accept the plan. The proposed actions aim to move the museum project forward by capturing stories and artifacts and strengthening fundraising. This early stage of planning means opportunities for contractors, suppliers, and service providers to engage as the project develops. Businesses involved in museum development, exhibit design, historical preservation, and related services could find future opportunities as the plan progresses through its phases.
- Board:
- Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project
- Date:
- 2026-05-12
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. Staffing and Personnel
The Jackson County Tourist Development Council is reviewing plans for a new museum. This project is currently under review. The museum will operate under Jackson County's tourism team and require new staff positions. These include a Curator, Visitor Services Coordinator, and Marketing and Communications Coordinator, along with 2-3 part-time staff. The estimated annual personnel cost for these roles is between $405,000 and $465,000. Future plans may include seasonal event or education staff. This project will create opportunities for businesses providing staffing, administrative support, and potentially operational services. Early engagement with the county's tourism team could provide insight into future needs before formal bids are established.
- Board:
- Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project
- Date:
- 2026-05-12
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. Submission – Individuals interested in donating or loaning objects must complete the
Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-12 in Jackson 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:
- Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project
- Date:
- 2026-05-12
- Type:
- Agenda_item
10. Organizational Overview
Jackson County is planning a new museum and memorial park project. The museum will be integrated into the county's tourism department for initial planning, promotion, and operations. The current Jackson County Visitor Center will be moved into the museum to combine visitor services. This project is currently under review and is in its early planning stages. The project will involve hiring new museum staff, including curators and visitor services personnel, and establishing a facilities team for site maintenance. A third-party concessionaire will be sought to manage a café within the museum, which will retain some original cafeteria tables as a memorial. The county will also explore creating a supporting nonprofit for fundraising and grant applications. This project will create opportunities for general contractors, construction trades, administrative support services, and food service providers. Early engagement is advised as plans develop.
- Board:
- Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project
- Date:
- 2026-05-12
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Applicant:
- Jackson County
10. Organizational Overview .............................................................................................16
Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-12 in Jackson 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:
- Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project
- Date:
- 2026-05-12
- Type:
- Agenda_item
11. Financial Overview
Jackson County is planning a multi-phase development for the Jackson County Museum and Dozier Memorial Park. The project aims to preserve and stabilize the former Dozier School cafeteria building, followed by interior systems installation, exhibit design and fabrication, café build-out, and sitewide memorial park development. Phase One, focusing on structural stabilization like roof replacement, exterior walls, and windows, is funded by a $500,000 grant and a $500,000 match, with an estimated cost of $1,000,000. Subsequent phases will involve HVAC, electrical, plumbing, interior framing, exhibit design, fabrication, café infrastructure, and outdoor park features including trails and landscaping. This project is currently planned and under review, with development tied to grant funding timelines. Contractors, suppliers, and service providers in site preparation, concrete, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, roofing, painting, flooring, landscaping, and exhibit fabrication could find opportunities. Early engagement is advised as site plans, bids, and permits are still being developed.
- Board:
- Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project
- Date:
- 2026-05-12
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- Dozier School cafeteria building
- Applicant:
- Jackson County
11. Financial Overview .......................................................................................................18
This item concerns a museum project in Jackson County that is currently under review. The project involves phased development and capital planning, with detailed discussions on project costs, post-construction operating expenses, and revenue strategies for long-term sustainability. While specific details like size or address are not provided, the agenda indicates a focus on foundational investment and ongoing revenue goals. The project is in its early stages, allowing interested parties to engage before final plans are set. This will likely involve site preparation, construction of the museum structure, and related infrastructure. Contractors, suppliers, and service providers in construction, engineering, and related fields are encouraged to monitor this project's progress. Early engagement can provide an advantage as plans develop and before bids and permits are finalized.
- Board:
- Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project
- Date:
- 2026-05-12
- Type:
- Agenda_item
12. Plans and Recommendations
Plans are underway for the Jackson County Museum and Dozier Memorial Park, a project focused on sustainable growth and community involvement. The project involves renovating existing structures and developing new facilities, with a phased approach to construction and implementation. Initial phases will include sitewide planning, detailed cost estimation, and budgets for future development. The project also includes exhibit planning and design, and the development of placemaking elements like pathways, gardens, and reflection spaces. The current stage involves phased planning recommendations, with Phase 1 focusing on foundation and awareness activities like filling advisory committee seats, community engagement, operational research, and initial improvements to the outdoor Memorial Park. This includes trail clearing, wayfinding signage, landscape cleanup, initial plantings, interpretive sign design, and path lighting. Future phases will involve construction planning, exhibit content development, site integration, and the fabrication and installation of exhibits. Local contractors, trades, suppliers, and service providers can find opportunities in site clearing and grading, landscaping, signage fabrication, path lighting, and potentially future construction and exhibit buildout. Reaching out early allows businesses to understand the project's long-term vision and potential needs before formal bids and permits are finalized.
- Board:
- Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project
- Date:
- 2026-05-12
- Type:
- Agenda_item
12. Plans and Recommendations .....................................................................................33
Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-12 in Jackson 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:
- Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project
- Date:
- 2026-05-12
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. Agricultural Heritage – Farming tools, equipment, oral histories, and food systems.
Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-12 in Jackson 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:
- Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project
- Date:
- 2026-05-12
- Type:
- Agenda_item
2. Begin Tier 1 Memorial Park Improvements & Preliminary Planning
This item concerns preliminary planning and Tier 1 improvements for Memorial Park. The initial work will involve clearing basic walking trail paths and installing simple wayfinding signs. Light landscaping and site cleanup are also planned. The project will identify locations and themes for future interpretive signage and outline initial exhibit priorities within the museum. Additionally, trail connections between the museum and White House Monument will be mapped. This project is currently in the preliminary planning stage. The scope of work includes site clearing for trails, basic signage installation, landscaping, and planning for future exhibits and signage. This early stage presents an opportunity for contractors specializing in site preparation, grading, landscaping, and general construction services to engage before detailed plans and permits are finalized. Reaching out now allows businesses to understand the project's direction and potential needs.
- Board:
- Special Meeting TDC Review Museum Project
- Date:
- 2026-05-12
- Type:
- Agenda_item
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