Purpose

The Okeechobee County Tourist Development Council promotes Okeechobee County as a desirable tourist destination by funding marketing campaigns and local events that enhance Okeechobee’s economy while preserving natural resources and the quality of life. The Council shall make recommendations for the effective operation of the special projects or for uses of the tourist development tax revenue and perform such other duties as may be prescribed by county ordinance or resolution.

The Okeechobee County Tourist Development Council was created by Florida Statute 125.0104; Ordinance 92-14; and Resolution 92-14 and 93-31. This Council is considered a "B" Board. 

Membership Details/Requirements

• All members of the Tourist Development Council shall be residents of Okeechobee County.
• The Tourist Development Council consists of   
  • 9 Members:
    • 1 County Commissioner;
    • 2 elected City Council Officials
    • 6 persons who are involved in the tourist industry and who have demonstrated an interest in tourist development, of which, not less than 3 nor more than 4 shall be owners/operators of tax collecting businesses.
  • All nine (9) members are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners at a regular scheduled meeting.

Appointment Terms

• The terms of the nine (9) members are appointed to serve staggered four (4) year terms. 

Meetings Held

• Minimum one meeting per quarter pursuant Florida Statute.  The T.D.C Board meets quarterly and typically the second Tuesday of each month.  The Board meetings are subject to change and are typically posted at least 7 days prior to meeting in the Public Notice of the local newspaper.
• Location: Okeechobee County Historic Courthouse, 304 NW 2nd Street, Room 270, Okeechobee, Florida

Is Financial Disclosure Required to Serve?

Yes

Board Coordinator

Okeechobee County Tourist Development Coordinator
55 South Parrott Avenue, Okeechobee, FL 34972
Ph: 863-763-3959

Download  Application at:  Application for Citizen Board Appointment - Adopted 2-26-26 by BOCC 4873-2399-4285 v.1

Members:

Designation                             Member                                                          Term Expiration

BOCC Designee                     Commissioner Brad Goodbread                  11/21/2026

City Elected Official              Councilwoman Monica Clark                        01/1/2028

City Elected Official              Councilman Bob Jarriel                                 01/1/2029

Not Subject to Tax                 Jerri Lynn Hill                                                 07/1/2028 

Not Subject to Tax                 Margaret G. Helton                                       07/1/2029

Not Subject to Tax                 Rebecca Marsocci                                        07/1/2030

Subject to Tax                         Mary Hayes                                                   07/1/2030

Subject to Tax                         Dave Desai                                                    07/1/2029   

Subject to Tax                         Nicole Pena                                                  07/1/2030