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Staff says hotel tax may only be used for tourism; trustees consider ballot option
Summary
Chairman Ross Selman asked how hotel-tax revenue could be used; a staff member (Crenshaw) replied it can only be used for tourism-related purposes. Trustee Charlie Rogers suggested placing the question on the ballot again.
At the July 20 meeting, Chairman Ross Selman asked what uses were permitted for a hotel tax. A staff member identified in the minutes as Crenshaw responded that hotel‑tax revenue "can only be used for tourism." Following that clarification, Trustee Charlie Rogers recommended taking the item to voters by placing it on a ballot again.
The minutes record this exchange but do not show any formal motion, ballot language, or timetable for pursuing a ballot measure. No staff directive or follow‑up assignment was recorded in the minutes; the discussion remained at the exploratory stage.
