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The audit found that Disney had complete dominance over the RCID. The Board of Supervisors was an extension of Disney’s corporate will. Board votes were allocated based on land ownership, which allowed Disney, as the primary landowner, to control Board elections, which ensured that the Board’s decisions always aligned with the company’s.
Even further, Disney used employee benefits as tools of influence. Members of the Board, along with RCID employees, received substantial benefits that were usually reserved for Disney’s own employees. These included annual passes, discounts on Disney products and services, and access to exclusive events. //
The audit found that Disney’s stewardship of the RCID was marked by a significant lack of development in public services and amenities. Even though its workforce continued to grow and more visitors were visiting the park, the company never invested in essential infrastructure such as workforce housing, schools, or public transportation.
"Under Disney’s control, the RCID built no workforce housing or schools and did not develop any public services directed at anyone but Disney tourists. The RCID never made Disney pay impact fees as all other developers in Orange and Osceola Counties must pay."
Disney was allowed to get away with refusing to give financial contributions that are typically expected from developers. For example, the company did not pay transportation impact fees, which are essential for funding infrastructure development and maintenance.