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County refunds $1,737.50 in park fees for historical festival but declines cash sponsorship
Summary
Glynn County agreed to refund $1,737.50 in park rental and cleanup fees for a 2026 Coastal Georgia Historical Society semi-quincentennial festival but county finance staff clarified taxpayer funds cannot be used for cash sponsorships; in-kind support or refund credit was suggested instead.
Glynn County commissioners approved a refund of $1,737.50 in park rental and cleanup fees to the Coastal Georgia Historical Society (CGHS) for a planned 2026 semi-quincentennial history festival, but county finance staff told the board that taxpayer funds cannot be used for direct sponsorship.
Lisa Gerganas, Glynn County’s recreation and parks director, brought the request forward and said CGHS’s executive director, Dr. Winnie Nell…
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