Interoffice Memorandum
DATE: September 24, 2025
TO: Mayor Jerry L. Demings and County Commissioners
THROUGH: Roseann Harrington, Mayor’s Chief of Staff
FROM: Dennis Holste, Economic Development Administrator
CONTACT: Jessica Kinkle, Administrative Assistant
PHONE: 407-836-7366
DIVISION: Office of Economic, Trade and Tourism Development
ACTION REQUESTED:
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Approval and execution of Orange County, Florida and BBCDC, Inc. FY 2026 Grant Agreement and authorization to disburse $165,398. (Office of Economic, Trade and Tourism Development)
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PROJECT: N/A
PURPOSE: The County has determined that there is a public interest for such activities/programs in order to promote small business in Central Florida through education, training, loans, investments, and other activities conducive to Orange County’s economy. BBCDC’s operations consist of highly skilled lending staff necessary for loan and credit evaluation analysis, loan preparation and documentation, monitoring and collection processes, and technical assistance.
BUDGET: $165,398