Interoffice Memorandum
DATE: October 15, 2024
TO: Mayor Jerry L. Demings and County Commissioners
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FROM: Roseann Harrington, Chief of Staff, Office of the Mayor
CONTACT: Roseann Harrington
PHONE: 407/836-7370
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ACTION REQUESTED:
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Film Incentive Working Group Update
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PURPOSE: On May 7, 2024, the Board supported forming a Film Incentive Working Group to explore the creation of a film incentive program in Orange County. The Working Group is comprised of individuals involved in all aspects of the film industry including Film Florida, Orlando Film Commission, Full Sail University, UCF, Valencia College, SAG-AFTRA, the Motion Picture Association, IATSE Local 477 Production Union, and Visit Orlando. The Working Group evaluated various incentive programs throughout Florida including structure, operations, funding and staffing as well as return on investment. The Working Group also discussed best practices to attract and retain creative talent, support local businesses, and promote Orange County as a desirable destination for film production.
An update on Working Group research, initial recommendations and the next steps will be provided.
This item is for the Board to discuss and provide input on the proposed recommendations and next steps.
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