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Rushford council adopts Ordinance 2026-02, suspending local lodging tax amid limited lodging options
Summary
Council adopted Ordinance 2026-02 to repeal Chapter 32 as the local lodging tax left only two required reporters—the Rushford Inn and the city-owned campground on Rush Creek; the Rushford EDA recommended suspension to avoid singling out one private business.
The Rushford City Council on Monday adopted Ordinance 2026-02 to repeal Chapter 32 of the municipal code governing the city’s local lodging tax, effectively suspending local enforcement as the lodging market in town has thinned.
City staff and the Rushford Economic Development Authority (EDA) reported that, over time, several lodging businesses either closed or converted to residential apartments. The record notes only two properties currently required to report the lodging tax: the Rushford Inn and the city-owned campground on the north side of Rush Creek. The EDA recommended suspension, saying it would be unfair for one private business to remain uniquely subject to the charge.
Councilor Nick Smith moved to adopt Ordinance 2026-02 and Councilor Andrew Linder seconded; the motion carried. The council did not specify a sunset date in the meeting record; the ordinance was described as a suspension until lodging in Rushford becomes more diversified.
The change removes local lodging-tax reporting requirements from the municipal code for now; staff and the EDA may revisit the issue if lodging options in town increase.
