Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Sandy-Michael McDonald
Department: Economic and Small Business Development
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Requested Action
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MOTION TO APPROVE Broward County's co-sponsorship of a South Florida Film Industry Summit (event title to be confirmed) currently scheduled for March 2025; approve a Sponsorship Agreement between Broward County and White Elephant Group, LLC effectuating Broward County's co-sponsorship of the event in the amount not to exceed $160,000; authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute same; and authorize the County Administrator to execute amendments to the Sponsorship Agreement that do not increase Broward County's financial contribution, subject to review for legal sufficiency by the Office of the County Attorney.
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Why Action is Necessary
In accordance with the Broward County Advantage Marketing Program, Board approval is required for co-sponsorships with a value greater than $5,000.
What Action Accomplishes
Approves Broward County's co-sponsorship of the South Florida Film Industry Summit, authorizes the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Sponsorship Agreement related to the event, and authorizes the County Administrator to execute amendments to the Sponsorship Agreement that do not increase Broward County's financial contribution.
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Previous Action Taken
None.
Summary Explanation/Background
THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT (OESBD) RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF THE ABOVE MOTION.
This item supports the Board's goals of "prominently marketing Broward County as a brand, while increasing public understanding of programs and services" and "ensuring economic opportunities and a sustainable economy, with an emphasis on Broward's lower and middle class."
The South Florida Film Industry Summit (event title to be confirmed) is a groundbreaking initiative aiming to empower, educate, and foster an inclusive and nurturin...
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