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Board approves $25 million TDC‑backed turf complex at Bay Center to attract regional events
Summary
The Escambia County Commission unanimously approved a $25 million tourist development tax‑funded project to install multiple turf fields at the Bay Center, aiming to boost sports tourism and tournament business in the region.
The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners on May 1 approved a $25 million Tourist Development Council (TDC) recommendation to build a multi‑field turf complex at the Bay Center, a project supporters say will attract regional tournaments and increase overnight stays.
Commissioners voted 5–0 to use TDC funding and county bonding capacity for what the county described as a large multi‑field turf and indoor sports facility package. Supporters, including county parks leadership and local sports organizations, told the…
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