☒ Consent Agenda ☐Quasi-Judicial Public Hearing
☐ Regular Business 9:00 am
☐ Public Hearing Other
DEPARTMENT: Emergency Management
SUBMITTED BY: Richard Christoff
PRESENTED BY: Richard Christoff
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Turner Center Fee Waiver
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REQUESTED MOTION:
To grant DeSoto County Emergency Management a waiver of Turner Center rental fees to host the 2026 Hurricane Expo.
SUMMARY:
The fee for renting the Turner Center on the weekend is $1,425.00. DeSoto County Emergency Management is requesting a waiver of this fee to host the 2026 Hurricane Expo on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10am to 2pm. We believe this will provide a better opportunity for larger community participation, including students and our younger residents.
BACKGROUND:
DeSoto County Emergency Management hosts an annual Hurricane Expo that is open to the public. Emergency Management and many of its State, Local, and Community Partners share information with the community to assist in educating them on hurricane preparedness and recovery. Historically this event is held on a weeknight at the beginning of June.
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