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Council backs resolution to seek extension of 2% innkeeper tax and hears large convention-incentive request
Summary
The council approved a resolution urging lawmakers to continue the county's 2% convention-center operating (innkeeper) tax beyond its sunset and heard Events Plaza staff describe a sizable meetings-and-incentives line—tied directly to the innkeeper revenue—needed to secure contracted events and hotel rebates.
The Vanderburgh County Council voted to send a resolution to state lawmakers asking that the county's 2% convention center operating (innkeeper) tax be continued beyond its scheduled sunset.
Council members discussed the path to the statehouse and said staff had contacted Representative Tim O'Brien and others; staff suggested the resolution likely will be attached to a bill or grouped with other counties seeking similar relief. Multiple council members and staff urged coordination with county commissioners and…
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