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Park Board asks city for $600,000 from hotel reserve to back FIFA World Cup 2026 marketing package

Galveston City Council Workshop · November 13, 2025

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Summary

Galveston Park Board trustees asked council to allocate $600,000 from the city's hotel‑occupancy tax reserve to be a marketing partner with Houston's World Cup host‑city effort, arguing the one‑time spend could yield long‑term tourism exposure; council debated reserve earmarks for Stewart Beach but several members signaled support.

The Galveston Park Board presented a time‑sensitive request for a $600,000 contribution from the city’s hotel occupancy tax (HOT) reserve to join a marketing and promotional partnership tied to Houston’s role as a 2026 FIFA World Cup host region.

Park Board representatives said…

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