Members
The membership of the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee shall consist of five voting members:
- A council member who shall serve as Chair of the LTAC per RCW 67.28.1817(1).
- Two representatives of businesses required to collect tax (hotel, motel, short-term rentals)
- Two representatives involved in activities authorized to be funded
Members of the LTAC shall be selected by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council for appointment.
The term for membership is January 1 (or when first appointed)- December 31st.
The City shall review membership of LTAC annually and make changes as appropriate.
Overview
The City of Buckley collects lodging excise tax per RCW. 67.28. These taxes are used to support programs that increase tourism in Buckley. Per the RCW, cities with a population greater than 5,000 are required to create a Lodging Tax Advisory Committee and an application process for the use of the lodging tax funds. The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee has the authority to recommend lodging tax matters to the City Council.
On May 23, 2023, the Council approved Ordinance 12-23 (PDF) to create a lodging tax advisory committee.
The Lodging Tax Funds Application (PDF) is now available. This is for the 2026 Funding Cycle.