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Chaffee County commissioners move to put lodging-tax increase on November ballot to fund roads, public safety and housing
Summary
The board voted to inform the county clerk of intent to place a lodging-tax measure on the Nov. 2025 ballot and approved draft ballot language (Resolution 2025-33). Commissioners said proceeds would be shared with municipalities and target road maintenance, emergency services, affordable housing and visitor infrastructure.
Chaffee County commissioners voted Aug. 19 to advance a proposed lodging-tax increase to the Nov. 2025 ballot, directing staff to notify the county clerk and proceed with related planning. Commissioners amended the motion to include approval of draft ballot language captured in resolution 2025-33 and approved it by voice vote.
Commissioners framed the measure as one of the limited local tools available to address infrastructure and service shortfalls. Speakers on the board noted that existing state and federal revenue streams are constrained while county…
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