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LTAC denies Ocean Shores Hospitality Collaborative request, urges pilot program and clearer metrics
Summary
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee denied a $150,000 request from the Ocean Shores Hospitality Collaborative, citing concerns about nonprofit status, measurable outcomes and scope. Members suggested a smaller pilot, legal guidance and clearer performance metrics before future funding is considered.
The City of Ocean Shores Lodging Tax Advisory Committee voted Nov. 3 to deny the Ocean Shores Hospitality Collaborative’s funding request after prolonged discussion about eligibility, scale and measurable outcomes.
Shannon (LTAC member) recused herself from the vote because a staff member who works for her (Lauren) was involved in the proposal. Multiple committee members expressed support for the concept — customer service and hospitality training for frontline workers —…
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