Tourist Development Tax Sponsorships
Summary
The council awarded nearly $40,000 in bed tax revenues to support four local tourism events that bring visitors to Nassau County. These grants help organizers market their events regionally and boost overnight hotel stays.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
$39,200 allocated from Tourist Development Tax revenues.
Local event organizers, downtown businesses, and hospitality providers.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Board of County Commissioners - Jul 13, 2026
The county approved $260,000 in tourist development tax funds to sponsor local events like the Island Hop Craft Beer & Spirits Festival and holiday lighting projects.
Amelia Island Tourist Development Council - May 27, 2026
The tourism council approved funding for local events, dedicating $10,000 to the Right Whale Festival and $260,000 to the Fernandina Beach Main Street Foundation for holiday lighting and the Island Hop Craft Beer and Spirits Festival.
Amelia Island Tourist Development Council - Mar 25, 2026
The council awarded nearly $40,000 in bed tax revenues to support four local tourism events that bring visitors to Nassau County. These grants help organizers market their events regionally and boost overnight hotel stays.
Amelia Island Tourist Development Council - Jan 28, 2026
The county is streamlining how the Dickens on Centre holiday festival is managed by contracting directly with the Convention and Visitors Bureau for $500,000 in bed tax funds. Research showed the event generated over $6.3 million in economic impact for Nassau County.
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