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Aransas Pass council orders audit of hotel‑occupancy tax funds awarded to Chamber and Visitor Center
Summary
After months of requests for receipts and transaction details, Aransas Pass council voted to request a third‑party audit of HOT (hotel‑occupancy‑tax) funds awarded to the Aransas Pass Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center; council also directed staff to return with an RFQ/contract for the work.
The Aransas Pass City Council voted to request a third‑party audit of hotel‑occupancy‑tax (HOT) funds awarded to the Aransas Pass Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center after several council members said they lacked receipts and transaction detail.
"Transparency creates trust," Councilmember (Speaker 4) said during a lengthy discussion about the chamber's records and prior requests. Councilmember 4 moved to request an audit; the motion was seconded and carried.
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