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Ocoee is canceling its beloved annual Music Fest this year, citing financial risks tied to a looming November ballot measure that could slash the city’s property tax revenue by over $8 million annually by 2028. The festival, a 30-year community staple that draws thousands and boosts local businesses and schools, is now being downsized to a smaller, more affordable concert. Rising production costs—now up to $400K per act from $100K—have made the big event unsustainable. City leaders are watching closely, hoping to reinstate the festival in 2027 if finances stabilize.

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