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Council approves Destination El Paso capital projects funded by hotel-occupancy tax; convention-center solar among proposals
Summary
City council approved Destination El Paso’s FY26 capital plan funded by the hotel-occupancy tax capital allocation, including HVAC upgrades, kitchen equipment, and a proposed $1.6M solar array for the convention center; council asked for a public annual report and data on revenue and operations.
Council on Nov. 18 approved Destination El Paso’s FY26 capital improvements plan funded by the hotel-occupancy tax capital fund (2.5% dedicated to capital). Jose Garcia, Destination El Paso CEO, told council the $4.16 million package focuses on deferred maintenance and energy efficiency for downtown venues and the convention center campus.
Key items include HVAC and controls upgrades at the Plaza and Convention…
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