Tourist Development Council
Marion County
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Fiscal Year 2027 Event Funding Allocations
Tourist Development Council listed this item on its agenda for 2026-09-24 in Marion 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:
- 2026-09-24
- Type:
- Agenda_item
MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC ARE ADVISED THAT THIS MEETING/HEARING IS A PUBLIC PROCEEDING, AND THE CLERK TO THE BOARD IS MAKING AN AUDIO RECORDING OF THE PROCEEDINGS, AND ALL STATEMENTS MADE DURING THE PROCEEDINGS, WHICH RECORDING WILL BE A PUBLIC RECORD, SUBJECT TO DISCLOSURE UNDER THE PUBLIC RECORDS LAW OF FLORIDA. BE AWARE, HOWEVER, THAT THE AUDIO RECORDING MAY NOT SATISFY THE REQUIREMENT FOR A VERBATIM TRANSCRIPT OF THE PROCEEDINGS, DESCRIBED IN THE NOTICE OF THIS MEETING, IN THE EVENT YOU DESIRE TO APPEAL ANY DECISION ADOPTED IN THIS PROCEEDING.
Tourist Development Council listed this item on its agenda for 2026-09-24 in Marion 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:
- 2026-09-24
- Type:
- Agenda_item
MOTION: Acknowledgement of Financials - August 2026
Tourist Development Council listed this item on its agenda for 2026-09-24 in Marion 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:
- 2026-09-24
- Type:
- Agenda_item
MOTION: Approval of August 2026 Tourist Development Council Minutes
This agenda item is a motion to approve the minutes from the August 2026 Tourist Development Council meeting. The item is currently pending review by the Tourist Development Council for Marion County. The meeting is scheduled for September 24, 2026, and the case file number is 2026-24381. The staff contact for this item is Sky Wheeler. This is a procedural action to formally accept the record of a previous meeting. There is no construction, development, or other physical project associated with this item. Therefore, there is no direct opportunity for contractors, trades, suppliers, or service providers to compete for work related to this specific agenda item. The action is limited to the approval of meeting minutes.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-09-24
- Type:
- Agenda_item
MOTION: Capital Projects Funding Program Guidelines (NEW)
Tourist Development Council listed this item on its agenda for 2026-09-24 in Marion 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:
- 2026-09-24
- Type:
- Agenda_item
MOTION: Destinations Florida - Destination Marketing Summit (Room Night Generating) (Requested Funding - $3,300)
The Tourist Development Council of Marion County is reviewing a request for $3,300 in funding for the Destinations Florida - Destination Marketing Summit. This is a planned item that is currently under review and pending a decision at the September 24, 2026 meeting. The funding would support a room night generating initiative, which is a marketing effort to attract visitors and increase overnight stays in the area. This project would set in motion marketing and promotional activities, potentially including advertising, event planning, and hospitality services. Local businesses in the tourism, marketing, and hospitality sectors could benefit from the increased visitor traffic this initiative aims to generate. Reaching out early to the Tourist Development Council could help businesses position themselves for opportunities related to this marketing push.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-09-24
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Applicant:
- Destinations Florida
MOTION: Event Bid Fee/Rights Fee Policy (UPDATED)
Tourist Development Council listed this item on its agenda for 2026-09-24 in Marion 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:
- 2026-09-24
- Type:
- Agenda_item
MOTION: Fishers of Men District 12 Championship Tournament (Carney Island - Location Change)
Tourist Development Council listed this item on its agenda for 2026-09-24 in Marion 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:
- 2026-09-24
- Type:
- Agenda_item
MOTION: HITS Post Time Farm Premier II (Room Night Generating) (Requested Funding - $6,500)
The Tourist Development Council is reviewing a request for $6,500 in funding for a project called HITS Post Time Farm Premier II, which is intended to generate room nights for local lodging. The item is currently pending review, meaning it is in the early public process and not yet approved or built. If approved, the funding would support an event or activity designed to attract visitors who would book overnight stays in the area. This would set in motion work related to event planning, coordination, and promotion to draw attendees. Local businesses that could benefit include event planners, marketing and advertising firms, and hospitality-related service providers. Reaching out early, before the council makes a final decision, allows these businesses to position themselves for potential contracts or partnerships. The opportunity is forward-looking, and no work is guaranteed at this stage.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-09-24
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Applicant:
- HITS Post Time Farm
MOTION: JVC NIKE First in Show (Room Night Generating) (Requested Funding - $10,000)
The Tourist Development Council is reviewing a request for $10,000 in funding for an event called JVC NIKE First in Show, which is designed to generate room nights for local lodging. This item is currently under review and is pending a decision at the September 24, 2026 meeting. The funding would support an event that aims to attract visitors and increase overnight stays in the area. If approved, this could lead to increased business for local hotels, restaurants, and other tourism-related services. The scope of work would involve event planning, marketing, and coordination with local venues and vendors. Local businesses in the hospitality, event planning, and marketing sectors could benefit from this initiative. Reaching out to the Tourist Development Council early could help businesses position themselves to be part of this event's success.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-09-24
- Type:
- Agenda_item
MOTION: JVC NIKE Winner’s Circle (Room Night Generating) (Requested Funding - $18,000)
The Tourist Development Council is reviewing a request for $18,000 in funding for a project called JVC NIKE Winner's Circle, which is a room night generating initiative. This item is currently pending review and is scheduled for the council's meeting on September 24, 2026. The project aims to generate room nights, which means it will likely involve marketing and promotional activities to attract visitors and increase hotel occupancy. The scope of work would include planning and executing a promotional campaign, potentially involving advertising, event coordination, and hospitality services. This is an early opportunity for local marketing firms, event planners, and hospitality-related businesses to offer their services. Contractors and suppliers in these fields should reach out to the staff contact, Sky Wheeler, to express interest and learn more about potential involvement before the project details are finalized.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-09-24
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Applicant:
- JVC NIKE
MOTION: Marketing Assistance Funding Program Guidelines (UPDATED)
The Tourist Development Council is reviewing updated guidelines for its Marketing Assistance Funding Program. This is a pending item on the council's agenda, meaning the program is under review and not yet open for applications. The program is designed to provide funding to support marketing efforts, which would set in motion work for marketing and advertising agencies, as well as related service providers. The scope of work would involve developing and executing promotional campaigns to attract visitors. This could include digital marketing, print materials, and media placement. Local businesses in the marketing, advertising, and creative fields could compete for this work. Reaching out early, before the guidelines are finalized and applications are accepted, is the advantage for businesses looking to participate.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-09-24
- Type:
- Agenda_item
MOTION: Room Night Generating Event Funding Program Guidelines (UPDATED)
The Tourist Development Council is reviewing updated guidelines for the Room Night Generating Event Funding Program. This program is designed to support events that generate room nights in the local area. The item is currently under review and pending a decision at the upcoming meeting. If approved, the updated guidelines will set the framework for how funding is distributed to qualifying events. This could create opportunities for event planners, marketing firms, and other service providers who work with event organizers. Local businesses that support events, such as catering, equipment rental, and transportation services, may also see increased demand. Contractors and suppliers should monitor this item to understand how the program's changes might affect future event-related work in the area.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-09-24
- Type:
- Agenda_item
MOTION: WEC Winter Series Week 1 - National Show (Room Night Generating) (Requested Funding - $10,000)
The Tourist Development Council is reviewing a request for $10,000 in funding to support the WEC Winter Series Week 1 - National Show, a room night generating event. This item is currently pending review and is scheduled for the council's meeting on September 24, 2026. The funding would support an event that is expected to generate room nights, which means it would bring visitors to the area who need lodging. This project would set in motion the need for event planning, hospitality services, and local accommodations. The scope of work would involve coordinating the event, managing logistics, and providing services to attendees. Local businesses such as hotels, event planners, caterers, and transportation services could benefit from this event. Reaching out early to the Tourist Development Council or the event organizers could position local businesses to compete for contracts or provide services when the event is finalized.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-09-24
- Type:
- Agenda_item
MOTION: WEC Winter Series Week 11 - National Show (Room Night Generating) (Requested Funding - $10,000)
The Tourist Development Council is reviewing a request for $10,000 in funding for the WEC Winter Series Week 11 - National Show, a room night generating event. This item is currently pending review and is scheduled for the council's meeting on September 24, 2026. The funding would support the event, which is expected to generate room nights for local lodging. The scope of work would involve event planning, marketing, and coordination with local hotels and venues. This project would set in motion the need for event services, hospitality, and promotional activities. Local businesses in event planning, catering, and marketing could compete for related work. Reaching out early, before the funding is approved and event contracts are finalized, is the advantage for local service providers.
- Board:
- Tourist Development Council
- Date:
- 2026-09-24
- Type:
- Agenda_item
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