Room Tax Commission
Manages and allocates room tax revenues collected from lodging facilities within the city. Ensures these funds are used to promote tourism, attract visitors, and support local economic development. At least 70% of the revenue must fund tourism-related purposes such as marketing and events that drive overnight stays; the remaining funds may be used for other city needs.
Council set 2026 city levy at $5.745M, up 4.05%, and used all unused levy capacity
Topic details →Council okays up to $255,000 borrowing line for Neshotah Beach concessions; vote split 8-1
Topic details →Council okays $2.565M borrowing plan; $255,000 line item for Neshotah Beach concessions
Topic details →Room Tax Commission caps 2026 spending at $315,000 after slow room tax start
Topic details →Room Tax Commission shifts $12,000 from Main Street to Explore Two Rivers marketing in 2026 draft budget
Topic details →Room tax board caps 2026 spending at $315,000 after a slow start
Topic details →Room-tax reserve forecast: $62,299, below the commission’s $90,000 goal
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