Lake County to host 2 learning sessions on Tourism Capital Projects Funding

TAVARES — The Lake County Economic Development & Tourism Department will host two application learning sessions for the Capital Projects Funding Program. The purpose of the program, which is funded through the Lake County Tourism Tax, is to allow local organizations to apply for funds for capital infrastructure projects that will enhance Lake County as a tourist destination. 

Both sessions will take place at the Lake County Agricultural Education Center’s auditorium, 1951 Woodlea Road, Tavares. The session dates are from 2 to 4 p.m. June 24, or 2 to 4 p.m. Sept. 9.

The initial due date for applications is 4 p.m. Oct. 1, with the first preliminary hearing date scheduled for 3 p.m. Nov. 6, and the second hearing set for 3 p.m. Nov. 21. Both hearings will take place in the Board Chambers, located on the second floor of the Lake County Administration Building, 315 W. Main St., Tavares.

For more information or to obtain an application for the Capital Funding Program, contact the Lake County Economic Development & Tourism Department at 352-742-3924 or visit www.lakecountyfl.gov/visitors/capital_projects_funding_program.aspx.