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Alabama Governor's Office Spends Nearly $1.9 Million on Capitol Celebration

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What happened

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The Governor’s Office in Alabama spent nearly $1.9 million from the Governor's Civil Contingent Fund to support the four-day Capital City Celebration in July. Costs detailed in documents obtained via a Freedom of Information Act request included a $775,000 multimedia light-and-sound projection on the Capitol Building. The Governor’s Office also paid $350,000 to Biggest Wheel, LLC to operate a Ferris wheel, which was secured through a no-bid contract.

From wvgazettemail.com

Why it matters

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The state spending on the celebration could generate localized economic activity in Montgomery. The funding was used for major contracts, including the $775,000 production for the light and sound show on the Capitol Building.

From wvgazettemail.com

Who's involved

  • AlabamaThe state of Alabama provided the state funds for the celebration.
  • CapitolThe Capitol Building served as the venue for the celebration.
  • Kay IveyKay Ivey is the Governor of Alabama, whose office funded the event.

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • AlabamaSpeculative

    The state of Alabama might face costs related to the direct payment of $330,000 for musical performances at the celebration.

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