HomeMy WebLinkAbout101320 MinutesLODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
DATE: October 13, 2020 START TIME: 3:00 p.m. LOCATION: City Hall
VOTING MEMBERS PRESENT: Pam Adams (Chair), Amanda Milholland, Karen Clemens, Janette Force, Cody Griffith,
Nathan Barnett, Cindy Finnie, Denise Winter
NON-VOTING MEMBERS PRESENT: Mari Mullen, Arlene Alen
MEMBERS EXCUSED: Sherri Hanke, Barb Trailer
CITY STAFF PRESENT: City Manager John Mauro, Finance and Administrative Services Director Nora Mitchell,
Finance Manager Tony Hillman, Deputy City Clerk Haylie Clement
Topic Action
Chair Pam Adams called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
Approval of Minutes: October 23, 2019, January 14 and September 14, 2020 Unanimous Approval
Lodging Tax Revenue Reports: Finance and Administrative Services Director Nora Mitchell presented the lodging tax revenue reports.
2021 Budget: Nora Mitchell presented the 2021 proposed budget providing detail on each listed expense. It was explained that there is expected to be $158,494 remaining for the Committee to potentially dedicate to marketing. The Committee discussed the likelihood of in-person events in 2021 and how to invest in
the future of tourism including year-round activities during the pandemic. Committee Members discussed the idea of reinstating the Come Back campaign and a passport program along with other ways to promote tourism. Methods of utilizing idle volunteers was explored.
The Committee agreed that the key points discussed would provide the framework for prioritizing the remaining 2021 budget expenses.
Committee Announcements: Committee Members each provided updates on recent events and projects within each organization. City Manager John Mauro updated the group
on potential reduction of service to the Washington Ferry system.
Next Regular Meeting: January 12, 2021 with a Special Meeting anticipated in November.
Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 4:40 p.m.