Bed tax collections and tourism revenue
Summary
Bed tax collections jumped double digits in two straight months, boosted by the new Echo hotel and major events. A $2 million annual collection would mean more grant money for future events.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Year-to-date collections growing double digits, directly expanding the grant funding pool.
Everyone who benefits from tourism funding — event organizers, hotels, and attraction operators.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Clay County Tourism Development Council - Nov 4, 2026
Bed tax collections jumped double digits in two straight months, boosted by the new Echo hotel and major events. A $2 million annual collection would mean more grant money for future events.
Clay County Tourism Development Council - Sep 2, 2026
Bed tax collections are up double digits for several straight months, helped by new Middleburg hotel rooms and packed event weekends. The county is on pace to top $2 million in annual collections for the first time.
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