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Council approves $50,000 tourism-fund increase for 'Beats and Eats' event
Summary
The council unanimously approved a $50,000 amendment to the tourism fund to bolster the signature event 'Beats and Eats,' using hotel-tax (HOT) fund balance to lock in bands and vendors, city staff said.
The council approved an amendment to the city's fiscal 2026 budget to add $50,000 to the tourism fund for the signature event 'Beats and Eats.'
Assistant City Manager Karen Riggs told council the amendment increases the signature-event budget "by $50,000" so staff has flexibility to "lock in bands" when the opportunities arise; she said the tourism fund can support the increase. Council members asked whether hotel-tax rules restrict uses; Riggs and colleagues confirmed the HOT funds are intended for tourism activities and bringing people to the community. The motion passed unanimously.
Council members framed the increase as a way to scale up performances and attract visitors; staff indicated the funds come from an available HOT fund balance and the amendment is being made permanent in the tourism budget.
