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. |