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County officials consider scaled-down FIFA fan zone as LTAC revenue falls short of expectations
Summary
Thurston County and local partners are weighing a smaller FIFA fan zone and quicker funding decisions after officials said projected Lodging Tax (LTAC) revenue fell short of expectations; viewing license deadlines require prompt budgeting decisions.
County leaders told commissioners Aug. 20 that planning for a FIFA fan zone requires immediate decisions because viewing-license deadlines and setup costs are near-term, but available tourism tax funds (LTAC) are lower than projected.
Officials said the original, higher-cost fan-zone plans proposed by the local chamber may be unaffordable for jurisdictions whose budgets are tight.…
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