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Council raises Trussville lodging tax to 12% to support recreation projects and tournaments
Summary
Council adopted an ordinance raising the city lodging tax rate to 12% to align with nearby communities; the mayor said revenue will help fund a proposed $7.5 million turf project and to attract showcase tournaments, and staff noted a 60‑day state notice requirement.
Trussville’s City Council voted unanimously to raise the municipal lodging‑tax rate to 12 percent in an effort to align with surrounding communities and bolster local recreation and tourism efforts.
Councilor Taylor introduced the ordinance (2024‑21 ADM) and the council approved it by recorded roll call. Mayor Buddy Cho noted the increase was partly intended to support a planned roughly $7.5 million turf project for the city park’s fields and to help the city bid for and host softball showcase tournaments and other regional events.
Council discussion included a question about the ordinance’s effective date; staff reminded the council the city must notify the Alabama Department of Revenue at least 60 days in advance of a rate change. The ordinance was approved and the council indicated it would comply with the state’s notice requirement before collection begins.
No specific effective date for the new rate was read into the record during the meeting; the council said it would provide required notice to state officials.
