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Orange City council approves two event sponsorships, including $1,000 in‑kind for Manatee Festival after public debate
Summary
Council approved an in‑kind sponsorship for Faye's Pillar of Hope and a $1,000 in‑kind sponsorship for the Blue Spring Manatee Festival following extended public comment over the festival’s community value and use of taxpayer funds.
The City of Orange City approved two sponsorship requests on Nov. 12: a conditional sponsorship for Faye’s Pillar of Hope (Dec. 20) and a $1,000 in‑kind sponsorship for the Blue Spring Manatee Festival (Jan. 2026).
Interim City Manager Christine Davis explained the sponsorship program and the staff recommendations. For Faye’s Pillar of Hope, staff recommended waiving up to $1,000 in eligible fees in kind, with the applicant responsible for any remaining charges and required safety and permit reviews. Council voted unanimously…
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