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Jefferson County tourism board approves $447,800 in grants for local events and projects
Summary
The Jefferson County Board of Tourism approved $447,800 in grants to local festivals, cultural groups and development projects, set a payment process (invoices to Dave Bramer; funds disbursed by Heather Huff) and deferred the Ohio Theater request pending further planning.
The Jefferson County Board of Tourism on March 23 approved $447,800 in grant awards to support local festivals, arts groups and hospitality projects, the Board's chair said.
"We've spent $447,800. That's how much we'll give this time around," the Chair said as the Board read a list of recipients and award amounts.
Board members said the Board prioritizes initiatives that generate overnight stays because tourism revenues are funded by lodging taxes. That focus shaped this cycle's awards and the Board's follow-up expectations for recipients.
Major awards announced included Unbroken Circle Music Festival ($50,000), the City of Madison…
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