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Poulsbo staff explain visitor‑counting methods and new online quarterly reporting for lodging grants
Summary
Heino said the grant program uses direct counts, indirect estimates and structured surveys to verify visitor origin and overnight stays and described a new online quarterly reporting system intended to simplify reimbursements.
Poulsbo staff described how applicants should document visitor numbers and what the quarterly reporting process will require for reimbursement.
Heino summarized acceptable methods: "To very highlight it, very, from the high level, direct count being an actual count of visitors... An indirect count is an estimate based off of, We had 20 brochures. We can assume that 20 people came if they're all gone. Right?" She said structured or representative surveys are preferred when possible and that the committee will review counts when assessing award impact on overnight stays.
Heino also described an updated online quarterly report and reimbursement process intended to streamline submissions: the new form autosaves and prompts facility‑specific questions to help applicants provide consistent counts. Staff said applicants who receive funds must submit quarterly reports and receipts to claim reimbursement.
