Title
Discussion and Possible Action Regarding FY 22/23 Hotel/Motel Tax Fund Allocation Recommendation
Requested Action
Approve recommendation made by Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax Fund Sub-Committee.
Recommendation
Approve proposed allocations and stipulations discussed.
Description/History
The City of Mansfield accepts proposals for tourism-related projects that are designed to attract overnight visitors. The City accepts applications from organizations seeking funds to be used in development and promotion of tourism-related activities every year. As required by state statute all projects must encourage and promote use of Mansfield hotels and motels through the enhancement and promotion of tourism, convention and the hotel industry. Applicants are required to attend a mandatory pre-application training to learn about the optimal use of the funding, timelines and legal requirements for use of the funds.
The Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax Funds Policy and Allocation Sub-Committee (members: Julie Short, Chair; Michael Evans; Casey Lewis) received five (5) applications from organizations requesting allocation of funds. The sub-committee met on July 25, 2022 and August 8, 2022 to review the applications received and discuss allocations and stipulations. Chairwoman Short will provide a report on recommended sub-committee allocations during the regular City Council meeting on Monday, August 22, 2022.
Justification
N/A
Funding Source
2022/2023 Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax Funds
Prepared By
Susana Marin, City Secretary
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