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ORLANDO, Fla. — Editor’s note: This story is available as a result of a content partnership between WFTV and the Orlando Business Journal.
Multiple Lake County sports tourism projects are up for millions in tourism development tax funding.
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The Lake County Commission on Aug. 27 will consider $2.85 million for the county’s Hickory Point Recreational Complex Project, as well as up to $3.99 million for the city of Leesburg for a pair of sports projects. The tourist development tax is collected on hotels and other short-term rentals, with proceeds used for projects that promote or grow tourism.
Here’s what each project includes:
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