Davie Town Council Reviews 30-Year Billboard Agreement with Boys and Girls Club

During the Town of Davie Town Council meeting on July 23, 2025, a significant discussion centered around a proposed agreement with the Boys and Girls Club regarding billboard advertising. The council is considering a 30-year agreement that aims to benefit both the town and the local Boys and Girls Clubs through advertising revenue.

The proposal includes several key points that highlight the council's commitment to ensuring the agreement serves the town's interests. Firstly, the agreement's duration of 30 years is seen as adequate for recouping costs related to construction, permitting, and operational expenses associated with the billboards. At the end of this term, the council will have the opportunity to review and renegotiate the agreement, ensuring ongoing oversight.

Additionally, the council emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability by proposing the inclusion of auditing language. This would allow for verification that payments made to the Boys and Girls Club Advertising Group LLC align with the terms set forth in the agreement. Such measures are intended to protect the town's financial interests and ensure that funds are used appropriately.

Another critical aspect discussed was the contingency plan in case the relationship between the Boys and Girls Club Advertising Group and Gold Coast Media is terminated. Should this occur, any earmarked funds for the Boys and Girls Club would revert to the town for the remainder of the 30-year period. Furthermore, if the advertising group is sold, the town would receive a one-time payment of $150,000 per billboard, totaling $300,000.

The council's discussions reflect a proactive approach to managing community resources and ensuring that agreements are beneficial and transparent. As the council continues to deliberate on this proposal, the outcome will likely have lasting implications for both the Boys and Girls Clubs and the town of Davie. The next steps will involve further conversations and potential motions to finalize the agreement.