Visitors Center-supported lodging-tax request seeks $57,765 for ambassador program; commissioners ask for budget context

Jun 2, 2026

Friends of the Bridger-Teton Partnership requested $57,765 in lodging-tax funds for an ambassador program (FY26 $14,343; FY27 $43,422). The Visitors Center board recommended the request 4-0 (one recusal), and commissioners said they want to review county budget status before deciding.

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Visitor’s Center Director Peter Paulin gave an update on center activities. Jennifer Ricupero, manager for Friends of the Bridger-Teton Partnership, requested $57,765 in lodging-tax funding for an ambassador program, with $14,343 identified for FY26 and $43,422 for FY27; the Visitors Center board voted 4-0 in favor of the request, with one recusal.

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