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County approves $1.3 million blockbuster grant for Eatonville Rising; town mayor asks for formal coordination
Summary
The Orange County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a $1.3 million, three‑year blockbuster and special-events grant to the Association to Preserve the Eatonville Community to support a six‑event Eatonville Rising series aimed at heritage tourism, while the town of Eatonville asked for formal vetting and logistical coordination before later payments are released.
Orange County commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday to award the Association to Preserve the Eatonville Community (PEC) $1.3 million over three years to support “Eatonville Rising,” a six‑event cultural tourism series planned for 2027.
The Arts & Cultural Affairs Advisory Council and the Blockbuster & Special Events Committee recommended the grant after a multi-step vetting process that included preliminary presentations and fiscal reviews. County staff and United Arts will serve as fiscal agents and monitor payments. The Board’s action approved Year 1 funding for $689,261 with years 2 and 3 (about…
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