* This transcript was created by voice-to-text technology. The transcript has not been edited for errors or omissions, it is for reference only and is not the official minutes of the meeting. [1. Call to order] [00:00:40] [4. Approval of Minutes: August 2026] [5. HOT Grant Request Presentation: Grottoes International 137th Annual Conference, 5. Marty Haley] [6. HOT Grant Request Presentation: TMOM 2027 Convention, Katy Pollock] [7. Communications update, Sarah Osborne] [8. Tourism reports and update on FY27 budget and current financials, Stephanie Polk] [00:56:31] [9. Board discussion and vote on recommendation to staff regarding HOT Grant Application Requests] [01:01:13] . * This transcript was created by voice-to-text technology. The transcript has not been edited for errors or omissions, it is for reference only and is not the official minutes of the meeting.