Franklin County Tourist Development Council Administration
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Franklin County Tourist Development Council (TDC) regular monthly meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. (ET). The regular meeting will be proceeded by a Committee meeting that starts at 1:00 p.m. (ET). To comply with Government and CDC COVID-19 guidelines, the public will not be allowed in the meeting room, and both meetings will be virtual (Zoom).
To view or participate in Wednesday’s TDC meetings, log-in or call-in to Zoom using the information below. If you experience any issues with ZOOM call (850) 653-9783 extension 373 for assistance.
Topic: TDC Meeting
Time: Sep 2, 2020 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Mission Statement
To promote Franklin County, Florida as a tourist destination through our natural, historical, and cultural resources with the goal of increasing the number of short-term rental bookings.
Council Members
Ricky Jones - Chair, Franklin County Board of County Commission
Mayor Kevin Begos, City of Apalachicola
Mayor Brenda LaPaz, City of Carrabelle
William "Buck" Bolden, Collector of Tourist Tax
Janalyn Dowden, Collector of Tourist Tax
Kathy Robinson, Collector of Tourist Tax
Rex Pennycuff, Tourist-Related At Large
Beverly Hewitt, Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce
Lewis Christie, Carrabelle Area Chamber of Commerce
Administrative Staff
Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce
John Solomon, TDC Director
Deb Davis, Finance Assistant
Jean Lane, Information Specialist
Address
731 Highway 98, Eastpoint, FL 32328
850-670-3474
866-914-2068
2020 Meeting Schedule
Meetings are held at the Eastpoint Visitor Center located at 731 Highway 98, Eastpoint, Florida. All meetings begin at 2:00 PM. Schedule subject to change.
September 2, 2020 - VIRTUAL ZOOM MEETING ONLY (info below)
Grant Committee Meeting 1:00 PM, Regular Meeting 2:00 PM.
Zoom Meeting Information
Meeting ID: 993 9955 9331
Join online: https://zoom.us/j/99399559331
Join by phone: 1-346-248-7799
October 14, 2020
November 11, 2020
December 9, 2020
Frequently Asked Questions
Click here to view the most frequently asked questions and answers about Franklin County bed tax collections, uses and administration.
Request for Proposals
Active RFPs will be listed on this page. Unsolicited proposals may be submitted at any time. They must be submitted by email to FCTDCdirector@floridasforgottencoast.com. Unsolicited proposals will be distributed to TDC members for review. Persons or companies submitting proposals may be contacted for additional information. Unsolicited proposals will be scheduled for consideration by the TDC Board at the call of the Chairman or at the request of two TDC Board members. Time is scheduled on the regular TDC agenda for public discussion and input. Unsolicited proposals may or may not be scheduled for consideration by the TDC Board. Unsolicited proposals presented during the public discussion period will still require email submittal and will not be considered for a vote during public discussion.
New Business/Requests for Funding
All new business and requests for funding must be submitted in writing, no less than 7 days advance of the regularly scheduled Franklin County TDC board meeting. All requests are subject to availability. Use the form below to submit your request or email to FCTDCdirector@floridasforgottencoast.com.