Yes Destination Kent
What is the Lodging Proposal on Aug 6 Ballot?
The tax you don’t pay!
The Lodging Proposal is an increase in the visitor tax applied on hotel/motel stays in Kent County. Nearly 90% of people who stay in these accommodations are from outside Kent County. This modest increase translates to an approximate $3.72 increase in the average cost per night of a hotel/motel room.
There is a proven track record of leveraging the visitor tax to generate jobs and economic impact with assets like the Van Andel Arena and DeVos Place Convention Center. This is our opportunity to make an impact for future generations by funding the community-owned Amphitheater, Soccer Stadium and Aquarium. Vote Yes for Visitor Funded Community Assets!
Ballot Language:
“Shall Kent County increase the rate at which the excise tax is levied on all persons engaged in the business of providing rooms for lodging purposes to guests staying less than 30 consecutive days under Public Act 263 of 1974 as amended from 5% to 8% of the total charge for accommodations to be used for allowable uses including financing of the acquisition, construction, improvement, enlargement, repair, or maintenance of stadiums, arenas, sports complexes, and aquariums starting January 1, 2025 and terminating on the same day as the county ordinance enacted under Public Act 263 of 1974 as amended.”
