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After debate, Clearwater DDB awards $15,000 to Salsa District Halloween event; members question marketing and AV costs
Summary
The Downtown Development Board approved a $15,000 high‑impact grant for the Salsa District Halloween event after members questioned a proposed $29,200 award and raised concerns about the event budget breakdown, particularly marketing and audio‑visual costs.
The Clearwater Downtown Development Board approved $15,000 on Aug. 4 for Salsa District — Halloween edition, a free one‑night event planned for Nov. 1, 2025, after members debated a staff recommendation to fund up to $29,200. Staff had reported the event’s overall budget and outside commitments, saying the applicant had secured $20,000 from Visit St. Pete Clearwater, a $9,710 cosponsorship from the City of Clearwater, and…
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