LT2026-021 NEW SUNCADIA HOSPITALITY SUMMER CONCERT SERIES FINAL

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1| Project/Event Description Response 1.1: Please provide a description of your project/event.* Response 1.2: Please provide us link to a brief video summary of you organization's event/project.* Please answer each of the following questions completely, in the order listed. Please include any supporting data within the response narrative. Application Questions: Part 1 Suncadia's Summer Concert Series is a new seasonal event designed to enhance tourism and community engagement in Kittitas County. Taking place every Friday and Saturday evening throughout July and August, the series will be hosted at scenic outdoor venues within Suncadia Resort, offering a vibrant mix of live music, family-friendly activities, and local food and beverage options. Each concert evening will feature performances by regional and local musicians, creating a festive atmosphere that appeals to both residents and visitors. To ensure inclusivity and broaden appeal, the event will include complimentary activities geared toward children, such as face painting, lawn games, and interactive art stations. Food and beverage vendors will offer a curated selection of local fare, showcasing the culinary talent of the region. The concert series is designed to attract guests from across Washington and neighboring states, encouraging overnight stays and increased spending at lodging establishments, restaurants, and shops throughout Kittitas County. By anchoring the series in the high summer tourism season, it complements existing travel patterns while offering a fresh and engaging reason to visit Kittitas County. As a free and open-to-the-public event, Suncadia's Summer Concert Series aligns with Suncadia’s mission to foster community connection and support local economic development. Through strategic marketing and partnerships with local businesses and nonprofits, the series will serve as a powerful driver of tourism and cultural enrichment in the region. 2500 character limit Note: You MUST be present at the Q&A meeting to qualify for funding. https://app.air.inc/a/bYEsiL4fR Response 1.3: List of Intended Use of Funds * Note: This language will be related in the contract if awarded. The CLTAC cannot approve funds not listed under RCW 67.28.1816. However, the committee has the right to be more restrictive. Marketing Expenses Entertainment & Activity Expenses Rental Infrastructure Expenses 2| Supporting Kittitas County as a tourism destination. 1. Away from their place of residence or business and staying overnight in paid accommodations; 2. To a place fifty miles or more away from their place of residence or business for the day or staying overnight; 3. Or from another country or state outside of their place of residence or business. You must provide the evidence utilized in determining your projections.