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EXHIBIT A INDIAN RIVER COUNTY TOURIST TAX FUNDING REQUEST A. Program Cover Page Agency: Vero Heritage, Inc. Telephone: 7727702263 Contact Person: Robyn Berry Fax: Title: Interim Executive Director E -Mail: rberry(abveroheritage.or Address: 2140 14th Avenue Website Address: www.veroheritage.org Program Title: Vero Heritage, Inc. I Agree - By checking the "I Agree" box and entering your name below, you certify that information contained in this application accurately reflects the activities of this agency and that the expenditures or portions thereof for which County funds are being requested are not reimbursed by any other source. Name: Robyn Berry Title: Interim Executive Director t3net description of the Program for which tuncling is requested: Requesting funds for advertising costs for both the Heritage Center and Indian River Citrus Museum, upgrades in the Heritage Center, and a portion of salaries for the operations and museum staff of the Heritage Center and Indian River Citrus Museum. Our organization is pleased with the Museum and thanks to TDC funding is continuing the Citrus Label Tour as well as educating and promoting the Indian River Citrus District. Vero Heritage would like to refocus and expand our advertising for the Heritage Center for weddings and events to be more competitive in this growing venue market. As more venues move into our community, we are experiencing a drop in rentals due to them being newer and having more amenities too offer, such as Bridal or Groom suites. A private space for someone to unwind for a few minutes during their event can be priceless. Vero Heritage will continue to preserve and accentuate the historic charm of the Heritage Center while updating to be more competitive. The interior of the building was recently painted which has made a huge difference. There are still several projects that need attention. The electrical outlets were updated on the stage but the entire building needs upgrades as well as some items in the kitchen. summary Keport Amount requested from Indian River County for 2023/2024: $34,000.00 Total Proposed Program budget for 2023/2024: $197,526.00 Percent of total Program budget: 17.21 % Current Funding (2022/2023) $32,000.00 Dollar increase / (decrease) in request: $2,000.00 Percent increase / decrease in request: 6.25% f request increased 5% or more, briefly explain why: Vero Heritage will be expanding the Citrus Label Tour; we now have 39 potential locations. Additionally, a brand-new brochure with a driving guide and information specific to the Label Tour will be created. With the help of advertising and brochures, we will widen our audience. The Organization's Board of Directors has approved this application on (date): 04/28/2023 Name of President/Chair of the Board: Name of Exec. Director/CEO: EXHIBIT A Brian Holmes Robyn Berry