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Monona alder questions room‑tax split as tourism fund falls and grant requests rise
Summary
Councilors heard that state law requires a 70/30 split of room‑tax receipts (70% tourism commission, 30% general fund). Alders expressed concern that the allocation limits general fund revenue while tourism grants (including multi‑day events) have received large awards; tourism commissioners will face tighter choices in 2026 after drawing down the fund balance.
City staff told the Committee of the Whole that state law requires room‑tax revenue to be split 70% to the tourism commission and 30% to the general fund; the tourism commission largely uses its share for marketing and event grants. Staff said the tourism fund balance was largely expended in 2025 and that the first 2026 grant cycle will be in January…
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