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REQUEST APPROVAL OF ALLOCATION OF CARES FUNDING FOR MARTIN COUNTY TOURISM REVITALIZATION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
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Staff is requesting that the Board of County Commissioners consider approval of two (2) new CARES programs. One program is a reboot program for Martin County's tourism industry that has been significantly impacted by COVID-19. The other program is to provide mental health services to individuals impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic both emotionally and economically.
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DEPARTMENT: Administration
PREPARED BY: Name: George M. Stokus
Title: Assistant County Administrator
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PROCEDURES: None
BACKGROUND/RELATED STRATEGIC GOAL:
On March 27, 2020 the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act passed and was signed into law. On June 10, 2020 Governor Ron DeSantis announced the State of Florida's plan to distribute $1.275 billion in CARES Act funds to counties with a population below 500,000. Using a phased approach, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) is distributing funds to these counties, beginning with an initial disbursement of 25% of each county's allocation. Martin County's initial disbursement (Phase 1) was $7,023,315. Martin County is eligible for up to $28,000,000 through the phased allocation program of the State of Florida Department of Emergency Management (FDEM).
Staff is recommending the Board allocate CARES funds for the following Programs:
Tourism - Rebound Program
Identified Goals
* Re-Introduce Martin County as in-state option for Floridians during the fall/ winter during COVID 19 Pandemic.
* Increase the knowledge of Martin County's unique tourism product during the COVID 19 Pandemic.
* Help the consumers recognize the viability of Martin County as a destination during COVID 19 due to the low density and wide-open spaces.
* Promote the accessibility and proactive steps the at...
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