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Hotel occupancy tax buildup strategy
Summary
Council debated whether to keep spending HOT funds on modest tourism promotion or bank them for a bigger heads-and-beds project like an amphitheater or Willow Grove beach. They settled on budgeting $60,000 and rolling $90,000 into reserves.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
HOT expenditures reduced from $150,000 to $60,000 for FY27.
✅Who benefits
Future councils and residents if a major tourism-generating amenity is eventually built.
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