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Commissioners approve $30,000 in HOT funds for America 250 drone show at Ascarate Park
Summary
The court approved a package of America 250 activities and authorized $30,000 in hotel occupancy tax funds for a drone show at the county Fourth of July event, while asking staff to ensure the display is tailored to El Paso and to plan outreach and access for outlying residents.
El Paso County Commissioners on March 9 approved county participation in America 250 celebrations and authorized the expenditure of $30,000 in hotel occupancy tax (HOT) funds to stage a drone show at the Ascarate Park Fourth of July event.
Economic Development staff outlined four components of the county’s America 250 programming — a volunteer campaign…
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