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Historic Bluffton Art & Seafood Festival approved for $80,000
Summary
The Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee approved the Historic Bluffton Art & Seafood Festival's request of $80,000 for its 20th‑anniversary programming after the organizer described expanded events and outreach plans.
Mary, the festival organizer, told the committee the event will run Oct. 1–20 with new programming including May River excursion cruises, a fashion show at the May River Theater and a lecture at the AME Chapel.
Mary said the festival is intended as an economic driver for the town and that some proceeds go to partner nonprofits. When the committee discussed line items Mary confirmed that some event proceeds (for example the Waddell Mariculture Center tour) would flow entirely to partner organizations. After discussion, a committee member moved to approve the Historic Bluffton Art & Seafood Festival request for $80,000; the motion passed on voice vote.
