Port Richey Centennial committee approves budgets, books Johnny Cash tribute and sets parade plan

Port Richey Centennial Committee members approved key budgets and vendor contracts at a March 18 meeting, voting to increase the mayor’s ball budget to $10,000, fund a May 18 kickoff parade and business expo, book a Johnny Cash tribute act and buy a DJ/photo‑booth package for the mayor’s ball.

The committee voted to set the business expo budget at $500 for swag and printed materials, approved a $1,500 budget for parade entertainment and parade-related expenses, and raised the mayor’s ball budget from its prior level to $10,000. The group also approved a $3,000 miscellaneous/advertising line intended to cover banners, shirts and challenge-coin costs. Committee members agreed that the kickoff parade will be free to enter for participants.

Why it matters: Port Richey’s centennial events — including a parade, a business expo and an evening celebration billed as the mayor’s ball on May 18 — require final vendor commitments and a clear spending plan. The committee’s approvals provide staff direction and authorized spending levels so organizers can finalize contracts, print materials and begin event promotion.

Most significant outcomes and immediate details

- Business expo budget: The committee approved a $500 line item to assemble and print…