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Council approves 2026 promotional fund allocations; $55,000 left unallocated
Summary
The council approved a resolution allocating promotional fund dollars to community organizations for 2026, leaving about $55,000 unallocated as a reserve for subsequent requests, and discussed the fund’s revenue sources.
The Aberdeen City Council voted Sept. 15 to approve allocations from the city’s promotion fund for 2026, leaving approximately $55,000 unallocated for future requests. Staff said the promotion fund is derived from visitor-related taxes commonly described as "bed, booze and board." The council reviewed requests and used a median/average approach to set allocations in several contested cases.
Jordan confirmed to the council that the projection for 2025 lodging/visitor receipts is stronger than last year and that the city’s promotion-fund reserve policy allows for subsequent allocations in 2026 should receipts permit. Robin said staff recommended keeping a modest reserve for after‑the‑fact requests, citing recent examples such as the BMX event that required additional funds after the initial allocation.
Council members voted on the resolution by roll call; Council member Ronayne indicated he would vote yes on all items except that he would abstain on the educational impact allocation. Council members otherwise voted in favor, and the motion carried.
Staff said the promotion fund policy and lists of eligible uses are available on the city website and in the agenda packet. No changes to the fund’s revenue sources were proposed at the meeting.
