Mobile Mayor proposes 2% lodging tax hike to fund new airport and Civic Center updates.

Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson proposes raising the city's lodging tax from 8% to 10% to fund the new downtown airport and Civic Center renovations. The increase would generate at least $300 million annually for the first decade, with funds covering airport expenses and repaying Civic Center debts. Afterward, the revenue would go to the city's general fund. The tax hike targets tourists, as locals account for less than 1% of room nights. The council will vote on the proposal soon.

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