Summary of Chapter 616.pdf

This file is a legislative document from the State of Florida establishing statutory requirements and procedures for the Duval County Fair Association, Inc., operating as The Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair Association, Inc. The document outlines the framework for providing AgVenture programming to youth in Duval County under a state and local contract agreement. The contract term runs from August 1, 2026, through July 31, 2027, with the organization designated to deliver agricultural education and youth engagement programs. Chapter 616 establishes the statutory authority and organizational structure governing the Fair Association's operations and responsibilities regarding the delivery of these educational services within the county.

The file establishes the legal foundation for the Fair Association's operations as a public entity in Florida, detailing governance requirements, operational procedures, and compliance standards for administering agricultural programming. The document specifies the mechanisms through which the organization receives authorization to operate and conduct youth-focused agricultural ventures. The statutory framework outlined in this chapter ensures that the Fair Association meets all required standards for financial management, reporting, and accountability in executing its contract with the state to serve Duval County's youth population through structured agricultural education initiatives.