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Council approves $16,000 TAB award for woodcarving event
Summary
Midway councilors approved a final tax allocation — $16,000 — to support a woodcarving event after brief discussion and public comment noting tourism and economic benefits.
The Midway City Council approved a final tourism/advisory tax award of $16,000 to the woodcarving event, directing the funds for marketing and event support.
A council member moved to order the final tax allocation of $16,000 for the event; the motion was seconded and carried. Councilors thanked staff and the applicant; one councilor noted the application’s demonstrated economic benefit to local businesses. Recorded votes included Council members Jeff and JC voting “Aye” on the motion; the item carried and funds will be released per the city’s TAB procedures.
Council members also encouraged the event organizers to highlight community benefits and coordination with local businesses when they use the awarded funds.
