Strong fiscal year for hotel occupancy tax collections
Waco
Summary
Hotel tax collections hit $7.88 million in FY26 — nearly 110% of target and 6% above the prior year — money that funds tourism marketing, the convention center, and local attractions. The FY27 target has been raised to $7.72 million.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $7.9 million in hotel tax revenue collected in FY26, 6% above the prior year, with a higher FY27 target ahead.
Visitors and residents who use tourism-funded attractions, plus hotels and tourism businesses supported by the fund.
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