BCC Agenda 02/27/2024 Item #16F 6 (Approve Tourism Development Tax Promotion funds to support the upcoming March 2024 Sports Tourism Event)02/27/2024
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to approve Tourism Development Tax Promotion funds to support the upcoming March
2024 Sports Tourism Event, Trilogy Lacrosse, up to $10,000, and make a finding that these expenditures
promote tourism.
OBJECTIVE: To support the hosting cost for the Trilogy Lacrosse sporting event in March 2024, based upon the
estimated additional room nights (700) that will support our goal attracting participants and spectators to Collier
County through Sports Tourism.
CONSIDERATIONS: Trilogy Lacrosse, established in 2005, is a national company that has trained numerous
student-athletes, sending them to prestigious colleges. The Trilogy Spring Break Training program offers a
distinctive experience for high school teams nationwide, prep aring them for the lacrosse season. The event,
catering to high school-aged teams from various locations, continues to expand, potentially reaching the scale of
the Paradise Coast Sports Complex.
The Trilogy Lacrosse Spring Training is scheduled to take pl ace March 10 - 29, this year. This year marks the
third year that the event has been hosted in Collier County. The organizer moved the entire event to Collier
County in 2023 after the prior year's success. Before the event's full relocation to Collier Coun ty, the event had
been hosted in Arizona.
This year the organizer projects to attract eight to twelve (8 -12) teams per week, roughly 720 out-of-area
participants, and approximately 1,800 room nights. Compared to 2023 the event has increased by approximate ly
nine (9) teams and 700 room nights. The event is expected to utilize the Paradise Coast Sports Complex and North
Collier Regional Park. Currently, Trilogy is the single largest revenue-driving event hosted at the Paradise Coast
Sports Complex. The event is anticipated to bring in approximately $240,000 in revenue compared to the
$153,562.56 generated by the 2023 event, an increase of revenue to the complex of approximately $86,000.
The Event Impact Calculator by Destinations International is an industry standard used by 300+ destination
organizations to gauge the economic impact of meetings and events. It calculates net new money in a community.
Updated yearly, it relies on ten data sources, offering a comprehensive industry benchmark. Based on Destinati ons
International Event Impact Calculator, direct spending is estimated at $1,656,679 with a total impact of $2,310,134.
For the March 2024 event, the Trilogy Lacrosse organizer requested $39,000 in funding for facility rental for the
event. For the 2023 event, the Board approved up to $12,000 in funding, which was paid in full for the event. Staff
utilizes the Board approved Athletic Event & Tournament Application (attached) to determine the appropriate
amount of funding. The funding amount is based on a sports tourism industry standard maximum acquisition cost
of fifteen dollars ($15) per room night. Staff is recommending funding up to $10,000 for the facility rental for the
event.
Direct Impact $1,656,679
Total Impact $2,310, 134
TDT Revenue $38,119
Room Nights 1,800
Acquisition Cost Capped at $10,000
Based on Board direction to fully evaluate events and to consider a weaning process for recurring events, Staff
recommends a decrease in funding as this is a recurring event. Staff will continue to enhance the funding award
process and the evaluation of recurring funding requests moving forward.
The allocation of sport sponsorship dollars serves as a tool in attracting, retaining, and cultivating partnerships with
event organizers, contributing to the sustained growth and success of the destination's
sports tourism sector. Financial incentives help offset the costs associated with organizing large-scale events, such
as venue rentals, logistics, and marketing expenses, positioning Collier County as a premier location with in this
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highly competitive sector. By investing in the growth of sports events, the CVB attracts participants, spectators, and
media attention that enhance the overall economic impact and visibility of a destination.
Sports Tourism events, supported in part by Tourist Development Tax (TDT) funds, are used to promote future
overnight visitation to the destination. The objective is to secure events that have a history of attracting overnight
visitors who utilize hotels and lodging in Collier County over multiple days, throughout the duration of an event.
Funding for sports events is subject to TDC recommendation and Board approval
FISCAL IMPACT: Funding up to $10,000 for this agreement is available within the FY 2024 Tourism budget
allocation for the support of sports events within TDC Promotion Fund (1101). The FY 2024 available remaining
funding for sports sponsorship for minor events, such as, smaller sporting events is $55,500.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There is no Growth Management impact associated with this Executive
Summary.
ADVISORY BOARD RECOMMENDATION: The Tourist Development Council recommended approval of
this item (7-0) at the February 20, 2024 meeting.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is approved as to form and legality and requires majority vote for
approval. - CMG
RECOMMENDATION: Approval of Tourism Development Tax Promotion funding to support the upcoming
March 2024 Sports Tourism Event up to $10,000 and make a finding that these expenditures promote tourism.
Prepared by: Marissa Baker, Sports Complex Manager, Tourism
ATTACHMENT(S)
1. Trilogy Economic Impact Report (PDF)
2. Trilogy Funding Application (PDF)
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COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 16.F.6
Doc ID: 28097
Item Summary: Recommendation to approve Tourism Development Tax Promotion funds to support the
upcoming March 2024 Sports Tourism Event, Trilogy Lacrosse, up to $10,000, and make a finding that these
expenditures promote tourism.
Meeting Date: 02/27/2024
Prepared by:
Title: – Corporate Business Operations
Name: Marissa Baker
02/20/2024 9:51 AM
Submitted by:
Title: – Tourism
Name: John Melleky
02/20/2024 9:51 AM
Approved By:
Review:
Corporate Compliance and Continuous Improvement Megan Gaillard Additional Reviewer Completed
02/20/2024 12:36 PM
Tourism John Melleky Tourism Review Completed 02/20/2024 3:12 PM
Tourism Sandra Rios Tourism Review Completed 02/20/2024 3:30 PM
County Attorney's Office Colleen Greene Level 2 Attorney Review Completed 02/20/2024 4:25 PM
County Attorney's Office Jeffrey A. Klatzkow Level 3 County Attorney's Office Review Completed 02/20/2024 4:37 PM
Office of Management and Budget Christopher Johnson OMB Reviewer Completed 02/21/2024 8:32 AM
Office of Management and Budget Debra Windsor Level 3 OMB Gatekeeper Review Completed 02/21/2024 8:38 AM
County Manager's Office Dan Rodriguez Level 4 County Manager Review Completed 02/21/2024 9:41 AM
Board of County Commissioners Geoffrey Willig Meeting Pending 02/27/2024 9:00 AM
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Industry Attendees Organizer Media/Sponsors Total
Lodging $762,370 $0 $0 $762,370
Transportation $105,530 $982 $138 $106,650
Food & Beverage $359,622 $36,747 $0 $396,369
Retail $219,876 $0 $0 $219,876
Recreation $130,686 $0 $0 $130,686
Space Rental $0 $17,463 $0 $17,463
Business Services $0 $23,187 $78 $23,265
TOTAL $1,578,084 $78,379 $216 $1,656,679
Event Parameters Key Results
Event Name:Trilogy LAX 2024 Business Sales (Direct):$1,656,679
Organization:Trilogy Business Sales (Total):$2,310,134
Event Type:Youth Amateur Jobs Supported (Direct):136
Start Date:3/10/2024 Jobs Supported (Total):157
End Date:3/29/2024 Local Taxes (Total):$76,151
Overnight Attendees:250 Net Direct Tax ROI:$68,493
Day Attendees:0 Estimated Room Demand:1,852
Direct Business Sales
Event Impact Summary
Destination: Naples, Marco Island, Everglades Convention & Visitors Bureau
Destinations International Event Impact Calculator 12/20/2023 12:32:28 PM
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Packet Pg. 879 Attachment: Trilogy Economic Impact Report (28097 : Host Trilogy Lacrosse Event March 2024)
Economic Impact Details
Direct Indirect/Induced Total
Business Sales $1,656,679 $653,455 $2,310,134
Personal Income $580,405 $191,639 $772,044
Jobs Supported
Persons 136 21 157
Annual FTEs 14 2 16
Taxes and Assessments
Federal Total $152,810 $56,023 $208,833
State Total $118,427 $20,780 $139,207
sales $90,595 $9,802 $100,396
income $0 $0 $0
bed $0 -$0
other $27,832 $10,978 $38,811
Local Total (excl. property)$68,493 $7,659 $76,151
sales $15,099 $1,634 $16,733
income $0 $0 $0
bed $38,119 -$38,119
per room charge $0 -$0
tourism district $0 -$0
restaurant $0 $0 $0
other $15,275 $6,025 $21,300
property tax $30,054 $7,198 $37,252
Event Return on Investment (ROI)
Estimated Room Demand Metrics
Room Nights (total)1,852
Room Pickup (block only)0
Peak Rooms 93
Total Visitor Days 5,000
Event Name: Trilogy LAX 2024 2024
Event Impact Details
Destination: Naples, Marco Island, Everglades Convention & Visitors Bureau
Organization: Trilogy
Direct local tax ROI (net property taxes)
Direct Tax Receipts $68,493
DMO Hosting Costs $0
Direct ROI $68,493
Net Present Value $67,135
Direct ROI (%)-
Total local tax ROI (net property taxes)
Total Local Tax Receipts $76,151
Total ROI $76,151
Net Present Value $74,642
Total ROI (%)-
Destinations International Event Impact Calculator 12/20/2023 12:32:29 PM
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Packet Pg. 880 Attachment: Trilogy Economic Impact Report (28097 : Host Trilogy Lacrosse Event March 2024)
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Athletic Event & Tournament Application
*Application must be received via email 90 days prior to the first day of the event.
Organization Name:
Organization Address:
City: State: Zip:
Organization Phone:
Organization Website:
Organization Email: ______________________________________________________________________
Non-Profit Tax ID No.:
Federal Tax ID No.:
Event Director Full Name: _________________________________________ D.O.B.:
*Event Director will be the first point of contact in the event of any issues during the event (i.e. medical, safety,
altercations etc.). Collier County Parks and Recreation site-lead representative will consult on appropriate facility
protocols, but it is the responsibility of the Event Director to regulate the situation. Once the situation has been
mediated, the Collier County Parks and Recreation site-lead representative will discuss the appropriate recourse
with the Event Director. (Altercations or violations may result in ejecting teams and/or individuals from facility
etc.)
The below contact information will be used to contact the Event Director during the event.
Event Director Email:
Event Director Cell Phone:
Event Director Home/Business Address:
City: State: Zip:
Event Name:
Sport(s):
Dates requested for event:
Will you require load-in dates in addition to the above requested dates? Please list schedule of load-in
and tear down (Date, Start, & End Time) and details on what will be loaded-in/torn down: (Please
note, load-in days may require additional facility rental fees.) Yes _______ No_______
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Packet Pg. 881 Attachment: Trilogy Funding Application (28097 : Host Trilogy Lacrosse Event March 2024)
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Vendors
Will you be securing any vendors at this event? YES ________ NO ______
Please list the name of the vendor(s), dates, times, and dimensions of set-up.
*Please note, a fee may be required for vendors to utilize venue space during the event.
1.Vendors are required to supply their own power.
2.Vendors are required to be fully set-up at least (1) hour prior to competition.
3.No outside food and/or beverage vendors are allowed at Collier County Parks &
Recreation as there is an exclusive concessionaire on-site.
4.All vendors must provide a current business license and proof of insurance of at least
$1,000,000 in coverage.
Facility(s) Type Requesting:
(Include number of fields, courts, lake, beach, etc. and type Example – North Collier Regional Park – (1) 9 v 9
Soccer Field)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Please, list any other logistical needs (i.e. number of tables, bleachers, chairs, stage, etc.). Please
note, a cost may be associated with these requests at the expense of the event organizer, unless
agreed upon in writing and excused as an expense by the CVB.
Will you require food any on-site concessions?
*If yes, please ensure an accurate event schedule is provided to Collier County Parks and
Recreation upon request to ensure ample preparation time.
Estimated # of Spectators per day of event:
Estimated # of Teams:
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Packet Pg. 882 Attachment: Trilogy Funding Application (28097 : Host Trilogy Lacrosse Event March 2024)
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If using multiple facilities, please provide the information below.
*Site Directors must be at least 21 years of age and remain on premises for the duration of the event.
Site Director Name & Cell Phone (1):
Site Location:
Site Director Name & Cell Phone (2):
Site Location:
Site Director Name & Cell Phone (3):
Site Location:
Insurance Policy
Please provide the appropriate Certificate of Insurance per the guidelines below. Documentation of
coverage must be supplied to Collier County Parks and Recreation Staff (15) business days prior to
event. The event organizer is subject to a late fee if this documentation is received after (15) business
days. Reservation will not be honored without appropriate insurance on file.
Please refer to the below for additionally insurance and coverage requirements.
Collier County Board of County Commissioners
3299 East Tamiami Trail, Suite 303 Naples, FL. 34112-5746
o Agree to provide certificate(s) of insurance 15 business days prior to event start date “Collier
County Board of County Commissioners is an additional insured”. This coverage must remain in
effect for the entirety of the event including the following coverages:
o General liability requirements as follows: Provide Collier County with proof of a comprehensive
General Liability Policy. Limits: $1,000,000.00 Bodily Injury and property damage. $1,000,000.00
Auto, bodily injury, property damage, workers comp, employer’s liability (minimum $100,000)
o Agree that Collier County assumes no liability for the recruitment, selection, background screening of
non-county special event management, staff, volunteers, coaches, youth leaders, and others.
(Please, initial to verify your compliance with the above Insurance Policy)
Facility Rental Deposit Policy
A deposit of 15% of the total rental fees and charges associated with the event must be paid to Collier
County Parks and Recreation within 7 business days of Collier County Parks & Recreation approval. Any event that has
not paid the deposit is not considered approved until paid. Collier County Parks and Recreation will apply the
deposit towards the event balance, provided the facilities utilized for the event are returned in the same
condition as prior to the event. Should any damages or monetary obligations be incurred by the facility
(i.e. excessive damage, vandalism etc.), the 15% deposit shall be retained by Collier County Parks and
Recreation.
(Please, initial to verify your compliance with the Facility Rental Deposit Policy)
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Packet Pg. 883 Attachment: Trilogy Funding Application (28097 : Host Trilogy Lacrosse Event March 2024)
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Event Cancellation Policy
Please note, if the event is canceled 90 or more days prior to the first requested date of reservation, a full
refund will be issued. All event cancellations must be in writing and sent to :ĂŵĞƐ
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In the event the reservation is canceled less than 90 days prior to the first requested date of reservation,
a 20% cancellation fee will be retained by Collier County Parks and Recreation and no refund of the
deposit will be issued.
In the event the reservation is canceled less than 45 days prior to the first requested date of reservation,
a 30% cancellation fee will be retained by Collier County Parks and Recreation and no refund of the
deposit will be issued.
In the event the reservation is canceled less than 15 days prior to the first requested date of reservation,
a 50% cancellation fee will be retained by Collier County Parks and Recreation and no refund of the
deposit will be issued.
If the event is not able to be hosted due to Acts of God (i.e. hurricane), the 15% deposit will be refunded
by Collier County Parks and Recreation.
Regarding inclement weather, if competition begins on any day, rental fees and event expenses will not
be refundable. If the rented areas are deemed unplayable by Parks and Recreation Lead Supervisor
and/or weather does not allow for the event to begin, rental fees and expenses associated with the date
of cancellation will be refunded.
Collier County reserves the right to terminate this Event for any reason with 30 days’ notice to the Event
Organizer. Deposit will be refunded in full. No other refunds will be made.
(Please, initial to verify your compliance with the Event Cancellation Policy)
Facility Parking Policy
Please note, all cars parking on Collier County Park property must park within the designated parking
areas. This DOES NOT include any grass area, berm, median, or area not conducive with the safety of park
users. In addition, destruction of landscaping and/or signs prohibiting parking in certain areas is strictly
prohibited. Failure to comply with the above policy and/or failing to comply with the proper parking
guidelines as set forth by Collier County Parks and Recreation may result in parking violations being issued
to the party in violation and/or towing of vehicles. Please, communicate this policy to individuals
associated with the event (i.e. teams, coaches, spectators, vendors etc.) prior to the first event day via
email.
(Please, initial to verify your compliance with the Facility Parking Policy)
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Packet Pg. 884 Attachment: Trilogy Funding Application (28097 : Host Trilogy Lacrosse Event March 2024)
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Venue Rental Request & Approval Policy
Venue rental request and/or approved venue requests are subject to relocation to another County facility
or cancelled in the event of maintenance, safety issues, scheduling, facility capacity, non- compliance with
Collier County guidelines, rules, and laws. This also includes any Acts of God (i.e. hurricane). Any of the
above adversities will be communicated to the renter by Collier County staff. Please note after capacity
limits are reached on any County venues, multiple facilities must be reserved, paid for and used. Event
organizers may also be asked to supply port-o-lets and additional dumpsters at their expense for large
events.
(Please, initial to verify your compliance with the Venue Rental Request & Approval Policy)
Rental Fees & Payment Policy
All fees and expenses related with the event are the responsibility of the event organizer to pay. In
addition, any field, equipment, and/or facility usage in excess of the approved number of fields, venues,
and/or equipment is subject to additional charges at the expense of the event organizer. In the event, it
is determined that the event will require more event fields/space after funding assistance has been
approved for the event, the additional cost will be the responsibility of the event organizer to remit.
Payment of all rental fees and expenses associated with the event are due 7 days prior to the first day of
the event. If all fees are not paid then the event will not be honored and will be cancelled.
(Please, initial to verify your compliance with the Rental Fees Policy)
Weather Policy
Inclement weather and/or field conditions will be assessed by the Collier County Parks & Recreation
Event Supervisor in accordance with the protocol approved by Collier County.
(Please, initial to verify your compliance with the Weather Policy)
Event Approval Policy
I understand that submitting an application is NOT a guarantee of availability or approval. Approval
will be indicated once all signatures below are completed and the County confirms the requested
facilities are available in compliance with Parks and Recreation requirements. However, Collier County
reserves the right to deny or cancel rental request if the required documentation is not provided
and/or if guidelines are not followed as requested by Collier County. This also includes those
guidelines set forth in the above application and the Collier County Parks and Recreation Rules &
Regulations form.
(Please, initial to verify your compliance with Event Approval Policy)
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Packet Pg. 885 Attachment: Trilogy Funding Application (28097 : Host Trilogy Lacrosse Event March 2024)
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INDEMNIFICATION
To the maximum extent permitted by Florida law, the EVENT SPONSOR shall indemnify and hold harmless
Collier County, its officers and employees from any and all liabilities, damages, losses and costs, including,
but not limited to, reasonable attorneys’ fees and paralegals’ fees, to the extent caused by the negligence,
recklessness, or intentionally wrongful conduct of the EVENT ORGANIZER or anyone employed or utilized
by the EVENT ORGANIZER in the performance of this Agreement. This indemnification obligation shall not
be construed to negate, abridge or reduce any other rights or remedies which otherwise may be available
to an indemnified party or person described in this paragraph. This section does not pertain to any incident
arising from the sole negligence of Collier County. The foregoing indemnification shall not constitute a
waiver of sovereign immunity beyond the limits set forth in section 768.28, Florida Statutes.
_______ (Please, initial to verify your compliance with required Indemnification language)
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Packet Pg. 886 Attachment: Trilogy Funding Application (28097 : Host Trilogy Lacrosse Event March 2024)
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Collier County Sports Tourism Event Funding Application
Funding Eligibility
Sports Tourism events supported in part by Tourist Development Tax (TDT) funds should promote future
overnight visitors to the designation or have a history of attracting overnight visitors who utilize hotels
and lodging in Collier County over multiple days throughout the duration of the event.
Funding for Sports Tourism events are required to comply with Section 125.0104, Fla. Stat., which states:
“To promote and advertise tourism in this state and nationally, and internationally, however, if tax
revenues area expended for an activity, service, venue, or event, the activity, service, venue, or event
shall have as one of its main purposes the attraction of tourists as evidenced by the promotion of the
activity, service, venue, or event to tourists.”
The following criteria are required for TDT funding support:
Funding Eligibility
1.Fully completed Application must be received 90 days prior to the first day of the event.
2.All applications must be submitted online or via email. No handwritten Applications will be accepted.
3.Event must be more than (1) day in duration.
4.Event must generate a minimum (250) or more room nights within Collier County.
5.Events with national television exposure may be considered for additional funding reimbursement.
6.Event must have a history of attracting significant out-of-county visitors and/or the potential to
attract out-of-county visitors. Collier County reserves the right to request proof of room nights,
host, and/or hotel references from previous events.
7.Must comply with all Collier County guidelines, rules, safety protocols, and laws.
Pre-Event Requirements
1.Applicant must provide proof of insurance coverage as required by Collier County at least 15 days prior to
the =first date of the event.
2.Collier County hotels and lodging must be the primary event accommodations. Collier County hotel or
other Collier County paid lodging accommodations must be advertised to participants and spectators
prior to the event, on the event website and/or via email blasts.
3.Must provide documentation of marketing promotions outside of Collier County for the event
that will attract overnight visitors and spectators to Collier County. Naples, Marco Island,
Everglades Convention and Visitors Bureau logo and/or website (sportsinparadise.com) must
be used in all marketing and/or promotional items as it relates to the event.
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Packet Pg. 887 Attachment: Trilogy Funding Application (28097 : Host Trilogy Lacrosse Event March 2024)
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Post-Event Requirements
1.Events that exceed the estimated room nights will receive the maximum amount of
reimbursement previously approved. A higher production of room nights than projected will
not qualify for additional refund amount but will be considered as part of future funding
requests.
2.All expenses (i.e. facility rental) will be paid on a reimbursement basis. The event organizer is
responsible for all expenses associated with the event and must provide an invoice from all
entities that charged the event organizer for said expenses. Event organizers are subject to
Collier County Finance audit prior to payment.
3.Proof of payment (i.e. front and back of cleared check, or credit card receipts and statements
will be used as proof of payment, proofs of advertisement, radio scripts, etc.) must be
accompanied by an invoice from the entity charging the event organizer for each expense as
proof of performance, proof of room night pick-up reports, and an invoice to the CVB for the
amount of reimbursement based on actual expenses and room night production. Only the
items approved by the Collier County Board of Commissioners on the event application are
eligible to be reimbursed.
4.Room night pick-up must be tracked and reported with the submission of a post-event report
to Collier County within (10) calendar days after the last day of the event to remain eligible for
funding reimbursement.
5.The event must achieve a minimum of 250 room nights within Collier County to receive funding
reimbursement. If the room nights generated from the event within Collier County are less than
250 room nights, then the event will not receive event expenses reimbursement.
Allowable Expenses
1.Promotional, marketing, and advertising expenses in target markets outside of Collier County.
2.Field rental fees, site rental fees, contracted labor to assist with event (i.e. set-up, breakdown,
operational assistance), official/referee fees, equipment rental (i.e. golf carts). Please note, any
facility rental, equipment or third-party rental and/or vendor will need to be procured and
rented by the event organizer. Event organizers may request reimbursement for such
expenses. The Naples, Marco Island, Everglades Convention and Visitors Bureau will not honor
reimbursement of any rental or vendor directly affiliated with the event organizer. In certain
instances, the BCC may agree to pay an internal Collier County entity directly (i.e. Collier County
Sheriff, EMS Naples Police Department, Collier County Parks and Recreation etc.).
3.Sanctioning and/or bid fees directly related to the event
Non-Allowable Expenses
1.Food, Beverages, Refreshments.
2.Administrative or general expenses. (i.e. office supplies, copies etc.)
3.Building projects or permanent equipment expenses.
4.Fundraising cost and/or functions. Prize money or purses.
5.Expenses and debts not related to event.
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Packet Pg. 888 Attachment: Trilogy Funding Application (28097 : Host Trilogy Lacrosse Event March 2024)
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Review Process by Tourism Division, Tourist Development Council (TDC) and Board of County Commissioners
(BCC)
1.Applications will be reviewed to evaluate the impact of the event to Collier County.
2.All proposed funding must be recommended by the Collier County Tourist Development
Council and the Collier County Board of Commissioners. Expenses will not be reimbursed
unless all elements of the Event Application are strictly adhered to.
Event Summary
How many years has this event been held?
What previous locations have hosted this event?
How many participants does this event host historically?
How many room nights has this event attracted historically?
How many spectators has this event attracted historically?
Please, provide a breakdown of the projected number of participants, team, staff, and media and related hotel
room nights for each category.
Out- of- Area Youth Participants Local Youth Participants
Out-of-Area Adult Participants Local Adult Participants
Out-of-Area Staff & Media Local Staff & Media
Gender of Participants Number of Teams
Age Ranges of Participants Total Projected Room Nights
All events seeking CVB funding must be sanctioned in advance by a governing body in Florida or by a
National governing body. Documentation of sanctioning must accompany the application. (Ex: COI
through governing body for documentation.)
Which organization will be sanctioning this event?
How will you be securing Collier County hotel accommodations? If you are contracting with a housing
company, please list below.
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Packet Pg. 889 Attachment: Trilogy Funding Application (28097 : Host Trilogy Lacrosse Event March 2024)
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Marketing Plan
Please, describe in detail the marketing outlets that will be used to promote this event to participants,
visitors, and entities outside of Collier County. Please note, Media Plans must be submitted at the time
of application and can be emended up to 60 days prior to the first day of the event with the
application.
PROJECTED EVENT EXPENSES:
Please refer to the allowable and non-allowable expenses on page 8 of this document to indicate the
intended use of Tourist Development Tax (TDT) Funds below. Please, provide (1) item per line. If an
item is not outlined below, it will not be considered for funding reimbursement. Allowable expenses
will be reimbursed up to the amount approved by the BCC if room night projection is met or exceeded.
Allowable Expense Amount
Total Amount Requested:
OTHER EVENT EXPENSES NOT REIMBURSABLE:
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Post-Event Material Deadline Policy
Post-event forms and proof of room nights in Collier County must be submitted within (10) calendar days
from the last day of the event. Failure to submit the proper documentation provided by Collier County,
may result in forfeiture of County approved funding reimbursement and/or future event dates.
(Please, initial to verify your compliance with the Post-Event Material Deadline Policy)
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Evaluation of Event for Future Dates Policy
Upon submission of the post-event and room night materials, Collier County will evaluate the impact of
the event in Collier County based on the deliverables outlined by the event organizer in the funding
application. Collier County will determine based on said evaluation, the extent of which Collier County
will be involved with the event in future years, in terms of event dates and funding. If an event fails to
meet the assured impact to Collier County, Collier County reserves the right to cancel future requested
and/or approved dates. In addition, if there are any activities, violations, or infractions (i.e. altercations,
law enforcement/security detail required, violation of park regulations, county laws, etc.) that are
deemed unfavorable to Collier County, Collier County reserves the right to cancel future requested and/or
approved dates.
(Please, initial to verify your compliance with the Evaluation of Event for Future Dates Policy)
Hotel & Room Night Guidelines Policy
Event organizers are required to provide actual room night pick-up reports from hotels, which housed
event patrons in Collier County to Collier County staff within (10) calendar days of the last day of the
event. These reports must come from hotel representatives and be printed on official hotel stationery
Written emails, excel sheets etc., will not be accepted as valid proof of room nights). In the event a third-
party booking agency is used; the same procedure as above applies. Third-party booking agencies must
also verify in writing, the accuracy of the reports. Room nights that are not accounted for on pick-up
reports as outlined above, will not be considered for inclusion into the room night total for the event.
(Please, initial to verify your compliance with the Hotel & Room Night Guidelines Policy)
Compliance
I hereby certify that the information contained in this application is true and correct to the best of my
knowledge and that I have read the Policies and Procedures outlined in the Collier County Sports
Tourism Event Funding Application. I will abide by all legal, financial, and reporting requirements as a
condition of receiving funds from Collier County.
(Please, initial to verify your compliance)
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Collier County Use Only
Rental Fees and Charges
Approved facility:
Number of fields approved:
Field type:
Venue Rental Cost (including load-in dates):
Additional Rental Cost (i.e. stage, tables, etc.):
Total Cost:
Expenses to be reimbursed by Tourist Development Tax funds:
Expenses to be paid by Event Organization:
Event Director Collier County/CVB Representative
Printed Name: Printed Name:
Title: Title:
Signature: Signature:
Date: Date:
Parks & Recreation Representative
Printed Name:
Title:
Signature:
Date:
Applications must be sent electronically to be
eligible for review.
Please send application via email to:
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Naples, Marco Island, Everglades Convention
and Visitors Bureau
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