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Hancock County commission approves first reading to dissolve Parks and Recreation Board over access to hotel/motel funds
Summary
The Hancock County Commission approved a first reading (2–1) of an ordinance to dissolve the county Parks and Recreation Board and move hotel/motel tax funds under direct commission administration; opponents said the board still provides valuable community liaison work. The ordinance requires a second reading before taking effect.
The Hancock County Commission on Feb. 12 approved a first reading of an ordinance that would dissolve the Hancock County Parks and Recreation Board of Directors and place hotel/motel tax funds directly under the commission’s administration.
Supporters said the move will streamline access to hotel/motel tax funds and reduce administrative barriers that previously left money unspent. “Placing this fund directly under the commission … would allow community events to continue through a simpler compliant process while giving all community members equal…
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