The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, appointed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, has issued a press release today complaining of a $2.5 million bill from Disney for its employee's theme park benefits.
CFTOD said in its press release, "The former Disney-run RCID used taxpayer funds to provide season passes and amusement experiences to its employees and their family members, cover the cost of discounts on hotels, merchandise, food, and beverages, and give its own board members VIP Main Entrance passes."
According to the CFTOD, Disney's latest bill was for almost $500,000 to cover tickets used by Reedy Creek Improvement District employees in Q1 FY2022.
Theme park benefits are common among many organizations in the Central Florida area, with Disney providing group rates and other discounts for employers to make access to the parks a perk of their employment.
CFTOD says that it will set in motion plans to eliminate the theme park benefits for its employees.
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