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Staff asks committee to endorse La Porte's Tourism Friendly Texas application
Summary
Staff asked the Keep La Porte Beautiful committee to sign a letter of support for La Porte's Tourism Friendly Texas certification, arguing the designation would increase state marketing access and grant opportunities; staff left a signature sheet for members to sign on their way out.
Staff asked the committee to endorse the city's application for the Tourism Friendly Texas designation, explaining the certification process and benefits.
The presentation explained that the state program requires a self-assessment of local tourism assets, business outreach and a city resolution showing community support. Staff said the designation would expand access to state marketing and funding partners and help attract visitors that increase hotel-occupancy and sales taxes.
Staff left a letter of support prepared by Virginia and asked committee members who wished to sign to add their names on the sheet before leaving. No formal committee vote on a resolution was taken at the meeting; staff will record signatures and incorporate them into the city's application materials.
