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Morton organizer says Champions Cup boosted tourism; board approves $12,500 for fireworks
Summary
A parks representative told the Village Board Morton hosted the professional Champions Cup disc golf event with competitors from 38 states and six countries and large online audiences; trustees voted to contribute $12,500 toward the village fireworks contract.
A parks representative told the Morton Village Board on the evening agenda that Morton hosted the Champions Cup professional disc golf tournament in April, drawing competitors from 38 states and six countries and generating large online viewership that boosted the town's exposure and tourism. The presenter said post‑production videos have exceeded 2 million YouTube views and that the event drove hotel stays and local spending.
The presenter, identified in the transcript as Speaker 4, said the championship was held solely in Morton and praised village staff, public safety and volunteers for supporting the event. "We had professional competitors from 38 states and 6 different countries who competed in that tournament," Speaker 4 said, adding that the tournament "generated at least $2.50 Morton hotel night[s] booked" and that post‑production videos are "just over 2,000,000 views on YouTube." The speaker asked the board to approve $12,500 to help cover half of the July 3 fireworks contract, saying the full contract currently sits at $24,999.99 and requesting the village contribute the same amount as prior years.
The board moved and seconded the funding request. A roll‑call vote followed and the trustees recorded affirmatives; the motion carried. The presenter thanked police and staff for their visible presence and assistance during the tournament and said the village's three disc golf courses and Northwood Park continue to draw visitors year‑round.
The board also approved routine business earlier in the meeting, including the consent agenda that covered minutes of the June 3, 2024 meeting and payment of bills. The fireworks contribution and the public comment highlighting the Champions Cup underscore how officials and event partners describe sport tourism as supporting local hotels, restaurants and retail.
The board adjourned after completing agenda items. There was no further action listed on the fireworks contract in the transcript; the presenter had asked only for the $12,500 contribution and the board approved that motion.
