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BOCC AGENDA ITEM

Item Title:Consider a Resolution Authorizing the use of TDT funds to engage or sponsor Fernandina Dojo, LLC Seaside Karate Classic
Date:9/26/2022
Department:County Manager
Background:

On September 7, 2022, the Tourist Development Council, approved Resolution 2022-159 recommending to the Board of County Commissioners the engagement or sponsorship of Fernandina Dojo, LLC to host and execute the Seaside Karate Classic.  The TDC found the strategic plan and use of Tourism Development Tax dollars will enhance visitor experiences, promote tourism on Amelia Island, in Nassau County, and in the State of Florida, and will work to grow the tourism market.

 

For consideration by the Board of County Commissioners, is a Resolution which would authorize the use of Tourist Development Tax dollars to engage or sponsor, Fernandina Dojo, LLC to host and execute the Seaside Karate Classic in the amount of $4,750.  This action would find the use of TDT funds will enhance visitor experiences, promote tourism on Amelia Island, in Nassau County, and in the State of Florida, and will work to grow the tourism market.  The BOCC is authorized, per Section 125.0104, Florida Statutes, to perform those acts, including the expenditure of Local Option Tourist Development Act Tax monies for (1) the marketing of Amelia Island tourism; (2) to increase Tourism Development Tax, herein referred to as the "TDT”, revenues; (3) to increase Local Optional Sales Tax revenues; (4) to increase gas revenues; (5) to increase job growth; all of which further the public good for the people of Nassau County, and as such is in the best interest of Nassau County.

Request:
Consider a Resolution authorizing the use of Tourist Development Tax dollars to engage or sponsor, Fernandina Dojo, LLC to host and execute the Seaside Karate Classic in the amount of $4,750.
Financial/Economic Impact to Future Years Budgeting Process or Effect on Citizens:
Working with tourism partners helps to build a stronger, more resilient, and equitable economic ecosystem, enhance visitor experiences and promote tourism on Amelia Island and Nassau County.
Action Requested and Recommendation:
Consider a Resolution authorizing the use of Tourist Development Tax dollars to engage or sponsor, Fernandina Dojo, LLC to host and execute the Seaside Karate Classic in the amount of $4,750.
Is this action consistent with the Nassau County Comprehensive Land Use Plan?
Yes
Funding Source:
37523552-548520
Additional Information Needed for Contracts/Agreements (If Applicable)
Contract Number assigned by Contracts Management:
N/A
For non-governmental agencies, has the document been sent to the vendor for signature?
N/A
Does the document need to be recorded? If so, who will pay the recordation fee?
N/A
Are there any special mailing instructions? (Include contact name, address, deadline for submittal, how to mail such as express mail, FedEx, etc):
N/A
How many originals are needed?
One - Please email an executed copy to the County Manager's office and the Convention and Visitor's Bureau.
ATTACHMENTS:
DescriptionUpload DateType
BOCC Resolution9/19/2022Cover Memo
AITDC Resolution 2022-159 Exhibit A9/19/2022Cover Memo