What types of expenses related to the enhanced programming, activities and services are eligible?
In general, eligible enhancement costs include programming costs associated with new activities, programs or services that enhance your tourism festival or event. Examples of eligible enhancement expenses include, but are not limited to: • Fees paid to artists, musicians, performers, celebrities, special guests and speakers, including travel and accommodation and entertainment agencies • New programming such as fireworks, amusement and midway shows, inflatables and speciality attractions • Moveable assets (not a permanent installation) that support enhanced programs and services (e.g., tables, bleachers/chairs, tents/awnings and canopy, stages, mascots, sound and lighting, fencing, etc.) • Audio and visual support and technical and stage crews • New or improved visitor services • Website development • Services for greening the festival or event • Services for people with disabilities • Site services related to the new program, activity or service such as security, sanitation products a