USES OF FUNDS

The following are examples of how tourist development funds may be used to promote tourism in the county.

• Promotional expenses in conjunction with an event to increase the awareness of Jackson County outside this area. All printed promotional or related material must contain the following: 'Funded in part by the Jackson County Tourist Development Council'
• Out-of-county advertising and publicity of an event to increase participation, attendance and awareness. All printed promotional or related material must contain the following: 'Funded in part by the Jackson County Tourist Development Council'

The following are examples of how tourist development funds may not be used:

• Annual operating expenditures not directly related to the project or event.
• Legal, medical, engineering, accounting, auditing, planning, feasibility studies, or other consulting services.
• Salaries or supplements to salaries for existing or future staff, or employment of personnel not directly related to the project or event.
• Real property or capital improvements to privately owned facilities.
• Tangible personal property including but not limited to office furnishings or equipment, permanent collections, or individual pieces of art.
• Interest or reduction of deficits and loans.
• Expenses incurred or obligated prior to or after the grant project period.
• Prize money, scholarships, awards, plaques, or certificates.
• Travel not associated directly with project.
• Projects which are restricted to private or exclusive participation.
• Private entertainment, food and beverages.