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Stratford's MAT committee debates spending $300K from short-term stay tax on tourism projects, seeking clearer goals before public input.
The Stratford municipal accommodation tax (MAT) ad-hoc committee began discussing how to use the city’s share of a 4% tax on short-term stays, implemented in July 2023, with about $300,000 in reserves by year-end 2024.
The committee is evaluating uses like tourism events, visitor services, signage, and public art, but paused draft policy work to seek clearer strategic direction.
Concerns were raised over setting measurable criteria, defining target audiences, and whether funds should be invested for long-term returns.
Public input via survey is planned before the next meeting on February 17.
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El comité MAT de Stratford debate el gasto de $300K del impuesto a la estancia a corto plazo en proyectos turísticos, buscando objetivos más claros antes de la opinión pública.