Lake County may invest TDT funds in sports facility expansions, upgrades

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Multiple Lake County sports tourism projects are up for millions in tourism development tax funding.

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The Lake County Commission on Aug. 27 will consider $2.85 million for the county’s Hickory Point Recreational Complex Project, as well as up to $3.99 million for the city of Leesburg for a pair of sports projects. The tourist development tax is collected on hotels and other short-term rentals, with proceeds used for projects that promote or grow tourism.

Here’s what each project includes:

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