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Vote Yes on 2A to capture our fair share of Colorado Tourism dollars. Tourism Group for Increased Fu
Lodging Tax Increase Recap
What – VOTE YES on the 5% City lodging tax. Replace the current 2% County lodging tax.
When – 2018 Election
Why – Capture our fair share of Colorado Tourism dollars. Gain greater exposure and improve the economic vitality of the Royal Gorge Region.
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The Statistics – Travel Impact For Colorado
• Colorado attracted a record 84.7 million visitors in 2017 … our region has huge potential to attract more!
• Tourist dollars fund local entertainment, special events, festivals, and concerts.
• In 2017, overnight visitors spent $2.1 billion on recreation, sightseeing, and attractions.
• Tourism Spending in Fremont County. $71 Million spent in 2017 in our stores, restaurants, and hotels
• Tourism Related Local Tax Revenue $2.7 Million in 2017
• Visitors to Colorado spent $20.9 Billion in 2017 … we capture only a fraction of that (just $3 out of every $1000 spent in the state!)
• Tourism Related Jobs. $18.1 Million in 2017 jobs & payroll
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Tourism opens doors for broader economic development
• Tourism showcases our region’s quality of life and appeals to site selectors, investors and new businesses.
• $18.1 Million total payroll in tourism-related jobs
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Tourists Shop in Cañon City - Tourism is a downtown’s best friend
• The top activities of visitors are shopping, dining, and entertainment in a pedestrian-friendly, intimate setting. It is not typically the reason they visit but it is a key activity after they arrive.
• $2.7 Million generated in local tax revenue
Tourism Dollars Pay for… Building and Repairing Roads, Enhancing Parks, Creating Trails, Desired City Amenities, Law Enforcement & Safety
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People come, spend money, and go home
Marketing dollars attract visitors to restaurants, hotels and shopping!
$71 Million was spent in Fremont County in 2017.
Dining 28% Lodging 23% Retail 20% Recreation 14%,
Tourism Is The Purist Form of Economic Development
Vote Yes on 2a - Tourists support local businesses
What – VOTE YES on the 5% City lodging tax – Replace the current 2% County lodging tax.
When – 2018 Election
Why – Capture our fair share of Colorado Tourism dollars. Gain greater exposure and improve the economic vitality of the Royal Gorge Region
https://www.voteyeson2a.com/
Vote Yes On 2A In November Cañon City - Vote Yes For Increased Tourism Vote Yes on 2A! Vote YES for Increased Tourism. Support Local Businesses, Create Jobs and Improve Cañon City's Economy