05-20-26 Columbia County - Regular TDC Meeting

The Columbia County Florida Tourist Development Council (TDC) held a regular meeting on May 20, 2026, where key procurement and budget discussions took place. The council reviewed occupancy tax collections and tourism marketing reports, noting some decreases in occupancy rates and revenue per available room compared to the previous year. A significant procurement-related action was the approval of a $20,000 funding request to sponsor the Strongman Champions League event planned for October 2026, aimed at promoting local tourism and sports. Updates were also provided on a $1.5 million capital outlay project for regional sports park engineering, with an extension granted for permitting until October 1. The council discussed marketing strategies, including new visitor guides and social media campaigns, to boost tourism. The meeting concluded with acknowledgments of staff changes and community event promotions, but no other contract awards or vendor selections were reported.