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Orange council approves contracts for televised fishing, jet-ski and drag-boat events
Summary
The Orange City Council on Jan. 27 approved contracts and agreements to host several tourism events — including a nationally televised Elite Fishing Series stop in September, a March jet-ski racing event and May drag-boat races — and accepted related public comments about a March barbecue festival and other CVB activities.
The Orange City Council voted Jan. 27 to approve a package of event agreements the city says are designed to boost tourism and hotel stays.
The council approved a contract with the Elite Fishing Series to host a nationally televised tournament at the City Boat Ramp in September 2026 for a fee of $19,865. Miss Williams, a city staff member presenting the item, said the agreement includes a broadcast package and staff recommended approval. Jeremy Reeves, a local resident who earlier asked the council for partnership, told the council the series could “reach…
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