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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLTAC 06272024 Agenda Packet Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda June 27, 2024 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Notice is hereby given that the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) will meet on Thursday, June 27,2024, th starting at 12:00 PM in the City Council Chambers in City Hall located at 321 E. 5Street, Port Angeles, WA. This meeting will be conducted as a hybrid meeting. In hybrid meetings, members of the public, Committee members, and City staff have the option to attend the meeting in person, at City Hall or remotely via telephone or video link. Audio only: 1-844-992-4726 Access code:2555 966 0214 Webinar password:qpVPNAcS443 (77876227 when dialing from a phone or video system) Once connected, press *3 to raise your virtual hand if you wish to make a comment or public testimony. You will be notified when it is your turn to speak. This access code is good for the June 27, 2024 meeting only. Webex link: https://cityofpa.webex.com/cityofpa/j.php?MTID=m9f1bf9e0cb2eafb26d3a136396c04390 To make a public comment, please use the “raise your hand” feature in Webex. You will be notified when it is your turn to speak. The meeting is open to the public. I.CALL TO ORDER II.ROLL CALL III.COMMITTEE MEMBER INTRODUCTIONS IV.APROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of the April 11, 2024LTAC meeting V.PUBLIC COMMENT The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee desires to allow the opportunity for public comment. However, the business of the Committee must proceed in an orderly, timely manner. At its most restrictive, Public Comment shall be limited to a total of 15 minutes. VI.DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS 1.Action Item: Round Two of 2024 Request for Proposals Review 2024 Round 2 Lodging Tax Fund proposed budget based on LTAC Policy and Guidelines. Consider motion to recommend approval of 2024 Lodging Tax Fund proposed budget to City Council. 2.Action Item: Public Pier Tower Additional Funding Request Additional funding requestin the amount of $75,000.00 in order to complete thefinal construction of the City Pier Observation Deck Rehabilitation Project. 3.Action Item: Annual Review of the LTAC Vision, Goals and Priorities Guidance Document Review and discussion of the current document as approved by City Council in 2023 and motion for any changes to be made by staff and forwarded to City Council prior to the 2025 LTAX budget discussion inSeptember. June 27, 2024Lodging Tax Advisory CommitteePage 1 VII.STAFF UPDATES 1. Short Term Lodging FAQ’s 2. Dream Playground 3. May 2024 Lodging Tax Report VIII.COMMITTEE MEMBER UPDATES IX.ADJOURNMENT June 27, 2024 Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Page 2 LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE Port Angeles, Washington April 11, 2024 12:00 p.m. This meeting was conducted as a hybrid meeting. CALL TO ORDER Chair Carrcalled the regular meeting of the Lodging Tax Advisory Committeeto order at 12:11p.m. ROLL CALL Voting Members Present:Navarra Carr, Christine Loewe, CaitlinSullivan, Sydney Rubin, and Victoria Jones. Member-at-Large Non-Voting Members:John Hauck. Members Absent: Rosylen Mangohig. Staff Present:Ben Braudrick, Hailey Jones, Will Habel, and Aubrianna Howell. Chair Carr opened the meeting and introduced newly appointed Committee member Caitlin Sullivanand John Hauck to all members. APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Rubinand seconded byJonesto: Approve theFebruary 2, 2024 minutes. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC COMMENT No public comment was received. DISCUSSION/ ACTION ITEMS 1.Olympic Peninsula Tourism Bureau Masterplan 2024-2029 Presentation Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau’s(OPTB) Executive Director Marsha MasseyandStrategic Plan Project Manager Debbie Wardroppresented the OPTB’s 5-yearmasterplan for 2024-2029and key strategic goals including enhancing marketing for spring, fall and winter travel, developing diversified visitor experiences to engage a wider variety of consumer lifestyles, and increase government, community and industry alignment around sustainable tourism development. 2.2024 Funding Request: LuLishLocal Marketing Classes and Grants Planning Supervisor Ben Braudrick spoke to the LuLish Local Marketing agenda item andgave background on the staff recommended funding requestof $25,000. He stated the request would utilize fundsfor the administrative th expenses during the April 8marketingclass and future grants forthewebsite development for local Port Angeles businesses and event makers. Committee discussion followedbut no action was taken during this meeting. 3.Round Two of 2024 Request for Proposals Planning Supervisor Braudrick spoke to theremainingbudget left fromthe November 2023 recommendation to City Council andspoke to potential applicantinterest to open an additional funding cycle using the remaining funds. He recommended thecommittee open the application process and use the same application and scoring criteria for a second round of funding recommendationsin the available amount of $89,500. Committee discussion followed. It was moved byLoeweand seconded byJonesto: Open a second application process for Lodging Tax funds for 2024 as soon as staff has the possibility to do so. Motion carried 5-0. 4.Annual Review of the LTAC Vision, Goals and Priorities Guidance Document LTAC June 27 Agenda Packet Pg 1 LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING – April 11, 2024 Planning Supervisor Braudrick spoke to the current Lodging Tax Advisory Committee vision, goals and priorities documentand asked the committee to review the document and bring forward recommended changes to the June 2024 meeting. Committee discussion followed. STAFF UPDATES Planning Supervisor Ben Braudrick spoke to the City Councils action on short-term rentals and to a FAQ document included in the LTAC agenda packet. He briefedthe Committee ona new Port Angeles Bike map, the upcoming Dream Playground re-build, and providedCity Pier Tower repair and Olympic Peninsula Tourism Summitupdates. COMMITTEEE MEMBER UPDATES Committee member Rubin spoke to attendingthe Olympic Peninsula Tourism Summit. Committee member Rubin also spoke to a potential future agenda item. She expressed interest in collaborative work with other cities in Clallam County to pool lodging tax event funds and use one sub-committee to evenly distribute the funds to event applicants across Clallam County. Chair Carr spoke to short-term rentalsandthe relationship to Lodging Tax Advisory Committeefunds. No other reports were given. ADJOURNMENT Chair Carradjourned the meeting at2:01p.m. _____________________________________ _______________________________ Navarra Carr, Chair Aubrianna Howell, ActingClerk Page 2 of 2 LTAC June 27 Agenda Packet Pg 2 9690828078734543 Points Average 4,500 2,500 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 Request $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 67,000 NewNewNewNewNewNewNewNew Request Event Type $ Fall Fest New Event Railroad 5k Maritime Festival Flounder Pounder Celebration of Shadows Dungeness Crab Festival Highschool Sailing Regatta Olympic Peninsula Fungal Festival Event Name 2024 LTAX Round 2 Event Related Application Scoring v e D 5.01.83.82.13.5 3.53.44.9 g v A 8.67.56.33.5 20.619.412.5 78.4 B K 1020101010 101080 J 050 V 20201510 70 S 575 C 202020 1087 R 5 5 S 251510101080 M 855 R 20201010 78 C 651 N 20201510 77 Link to ApplicationLink to Vision Goals and Priorities Document L 85 2 C 2520101080 H 00 J 2520101010 75 in of toor (20 events lodging reflects defined overnight a working –100-200, in in diversity other is education, pts. businesses.of anda (10 pts) result l and a a tourists v goals i a 200,15 i t create r s andtheproposal e e organization t l by F i recreation, (25 pts.) r l a over determinethepotential l complement C t a – FEvents Northwest LLCSeptember 20-22$10,000$79,750LLCNoYes200800g clear, o n the i T is r marketing staysorganizations pts. demonstrates o to c andhelpsculture, S 20 (10 pts.) plan effectively clear itself fellow (10 pts.) to (arts, event nights: (5 pts.) overnight statisticallywith : or e m community in a (Room N t the n e v EOrganization:Event Date/s:Request Amount:Overall Budget:Business Type:ROW Request:Event Sponsors:Previous Room Nights:Est. 2024 Room Nights:Theprojectenoughdetailresultestablishments within the City. 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This project clearly reflects how the funds will be used to help sustain a tourism-related business. Date: June 27, 2024 To: Lodging Tax Advisory Committee From: Mike Healy,Director of Public Works & Utilities Subject: Funding Request – City Pier Observation Deck Construction Summary: At theFebruary 2, 2024, meeting of the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC)the committeevoted to fund the required construction to repair the City Pier Observation Tower and Deck, including structural repairs and adding a protective coating to the structure. Theoriginal funding level requestedwas reduced by $114,000.00 toreflecttheactual low bidfor the project but did not allow for any contingencies for additional work. During the construction additional work was uncovered that requires attention and repair. This request seeks to add an additional $75,000.00 to fully fund the project through completion. Funding: Funding is available in excess reserves in the lodging tax fund for this request. Recommendation: Staff recommends the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee approve a request in the amount of $75,000.00 to fund the final construction of the City Pier Observation Deck Rehabilitation Projectand forward a favorable recommendation to City Council for inclusion in the 2024 LTAX Fund Budget. Background/ Analysis: After receiving positive public comment and a presentation on the required repairs to the City Pier Observation Deck during the February 2, 2024 meeting, the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC)voted to approve and fund the required construction structural repairs which includes adding a protective coating to the iconic structure. The funding level requested amount was reduced by $114,000.00 toreflectthe actual low bid for the project but did not allow for any contingencies for additional work. During the construction additional work was uncovered that requires attention and repair. Examples of this work include replacement of isolated railingsections, replacement of splintered wood deck support sections, protective coating of under carriage sections of decking, and required construction phase engineering inspections. Staff is seeking an additional $75,000.00 to fund the additional necessary work discovered during the construction phase along with necessary engineering and inspection costs. Staff is confident that this funding is sufficient to complete the project, and should this request be approved,staffrecommends that any unspent funds be returned to the LTAC account. Funding Overview: The Lodging Tax fund currently has an available excess fund balance of $619,900 that may be used for this project. LTAC June 27 Agenda Packet Pg 19 Vision, Goals and Priorities for Lodging Tax FundingPrograms Vision: To best utilize lodging tax funds to create a welcoming and inviting community with facilities and activities that increase tourism-related revenue through a sustainable visitor experience. Goals: 1.Foster and maintain ahealthy and diverse tourism sector that continues to thrive. 2.Fully utilize and promote creative uses of existing facilities. 3.Improve the quality of experience and relationships for tourist and residents while diminishing any negative impacts from tourism-related activities and traffic. 4.Promote partnerships and increase tourism by concentrating on priorities identified by both residents and the tourism industry. 5.Focus on our unique Port Angeles assets that make us a premier destination for environmentally and fiscally sustainable recreation and tourism. 6.Encourage collaboration recognizing that Olympic Peninsula-based tourism supports and benefits all communities. Annual FundingDisbursement: The expected outcome of the funded activities is to increase economic activity in PortAngeles through the overnight lodging of tourists, through tourism-relatedexpenditures, and construction of tourism-related facilitiesin accordance with RCW 67.28.1816 Funding categories and their percentage of annual expenditure should approximate: Tourism-related capital facilities – 20% plus 5% reserved. Reserves are to be taken from the initialannual projected available revenues prior toLTAC consideration of expenditure allocation and budget for the annum. Capital Facility expenditures are to be used for: o New construction o Improvement and renovation Tourism-related marketing – 25% Tourism-related non-profit business operations – 33% Events and festivals designed to attract tourists – 12% LTAC Priorities – 5% Funding Priorities – Non-events: Lend support to a diverse range of sustainable tourism activities to encourage visitors to enjoy longer stays and return often. Support the increase of tourism capacity, where capacity is defined as the broad number activities within the community a visitor canattend, visit, or take part inwhen staying overnight. Assist themaintenance establishment tourism related capital facilities including: o Wayfinding and Interpretative Signage, o Public Restrooms o Transportation facilities, and o Passive recreational park facilities (benches, walkways, and lighting). LTAC June 27 Agenda Packet Pg 20 Support efforts to improve information on attractions and facilities. Fund proposals that encourage and enhance tourism during the off-peak time as stated below. Promote tourism that highlights Port Angeles assets – its natural beauty, geology, outdoor activities, anthropology, community events, lifelong learning opportunities, history, culture, and the arts. Develop key community assets that function as destinations orvenues for multipurpose events on a year-round basis. Createpartnerships and synergies with existing organizations to develop andpromote attractions and events for visitors. Develop innovative opportunities that improve the tourist/resident relationship Improve effectiveness of coordinated transportation and trail linkages. Support of organizations and projects that promote coordination and cooperation in tourism activities. Funding Priorities –Events: Event Funding is capped at $10,000 per year per event for new events (events in operation for 5 years or less). Event funding is capped at $5,000 per year per event for legacy events (events in operation 6 years or more). Review events also based upon intangible benefits for the community, including arts and culture, local economic development, and regional/statewide/national/international exposure. Lend support to a diverse range of tourism sustainable activities to encourage visitors to enjoy longer stays and return often. Encourage events to become self-sufficient. Encourage the creation of new events and off-peak that drive an increase in Lodging Tax. Encourage the potential growth of existing events. Support of organizations and projects that promote coordination and cooperation in tourism activities. Develop innovative opportunities that improve the tourist/resident relationship. Support events that demonstrate regional marketing and marketing partnerships with other local/regional marketing organizations. Support Projects that demonstrate a clear marketing strategy and business goals. Scoring Criteria for New Event Grant proposals – 100 possible points: 1. The project or event plan is clear, and the proposal reflects enough detail to effectively determine the potential to result in overnight stays by tourists in lodging establishments within the City. (25 pts.) 2. This project statistically demonstrates a result in overnight stays. (Room nights: 20 pts. – over 200, 15 pts. – 100-200, 10 pts. – 50-100, 5 pts. – less than 50) 3. The proposal demonstrates the organization is working in partnership with fellow organizations and businesses. (20 pts.) 4. The project has clear marketing goals and a defined promotion plan. (10 pts.) LTAC June 27 Agenda Packet Pg 21 5.This project occurs in non-demand periods(10 pts) 6. The project lends itself to the complement of other events in the community and helps create a diversity of opportunities (arts, culture, recreation, education, or historic significance) (10 pts.) 7. The event proposal defines additional revenue benefit beyond overnight stays (likely diners, shoppers, paid parking etc.) (5 pts.) Scoring Criteria for Legacy Event Grant proposals – 100 possible points: 1.Demonstrates a proven track record to result in overnight stays by tourists in lodging establishments within the City. (25 pts.) 2.Demonstrates ability for continued increase in overnight stays by tourists in lodging establishments within the City. (25 pts.) 3.This project occurs in non-demand periods. (20 pts) 4. The project lends itself to the complement of other events in the community and helps create a diversity of opportunities (arts, culture, recreation, education, or historic significance). (20 pts.) 5. The event proposal defines additional revenue benefit beyond overnight stays (likely diners, shoppers, paid parking etc.). (10 pts.) Scoring Criteria for Non-Event Proposals (Capital Facilities/Projects) – 30 possible points: 1.There is evidence provided that this project will help increase opportunities for tourism sustainable activities. 2.There is evidence provided that the project will encourage visitors to enjoy longer stays and return. 3.The project plan is clear with a timeline for action defined and the proposal reflects enough detail to effectively determine potential for success. 4.The budget provided reflects a clear understanding of the costs associated with this project and there is evidence that this budget is based on market research, structured estimates, or estimates provided by contractors. 5.The project supports LTAC priorities to increase transportation, quality of city infrastructure, wayfinding, or enhances the city’s natural assets to improve the overall look and feel and welcoming design of Port Angeles. 6.The project will support our local economy through local contracts, retail purchases, or partnerships. Scoring Criteria for Non-Event Proposals (Operations & Marketing) – 25 possible points: 1.There is evidence provided that organization or project will help increase or sustain opportunities for tourism related activities. 2. There is evidence provided that this organization or project will encourage visitors to enjoy longer stays or engage in return visits. 3.The proposal provides clear evidence that this organization can successfully draw tourists. LTAC June 27 Agenda Packet Pg 22 4.This project supports LTAC priorities to improve transportation, quality of city infrastructure, or wayfinding or enhances the city’s natural assets to improve the overall look and feel and welcoming design of Port Angeles. 5.This project clearly reflects how the funds will be used to help sustain a tourism-related business. Scoring for Non-Event Proposal Criteria Each criterion will be evaluated on the following spectrum: Strongly Agree – 5 pts Agree – 4 pts. Neutral – 3 pts. Disagree – 2 pts. Strongly Disagree – 1 pt. Did not answer – 0 pts. LTAC June 27 Agenda Packet Pg 23 Short-Term Lodging Frequently Asked Questions DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Section 1: General Questions 1.What is a Short-Term Rental? The approved ordinance defines a short-term rental as the following: “Short-term rental. A dwelling unit used as temporary lodging for a charge or fee for a rental period of less than thirty (30) continuous days. Short-term rentals are classified as either Type I or Type II.” “Type I short-term rental”is defined as ashort-term rental at a dwelling that is the owner or designated lessee’s principal residence, where rooms are rented, and the owner or designated lessee is personally presentat the dwelling during the rental period. Room rentals are limited to numbers below those of congregate housing as defined by the International Code Council (ICC), which requires substantial commercial upgrades to the residence for fire, life, and building safety. “Type II short-term rental” is defined as ashort-term rental at a dwelling unit that is not the owner’s or designated lessee’s principal residence. 2.Why are short-term rental business licenses needed? Licensing aids in the effective regulation of short-term lodging properties. Licenses ensurebasic safety precautions are met, protect the public, and help manage the impacts of short-term lodging operations on our neighborhoods. 3.When does the new ordinance go into effect? July 1, 2024. 4.Oh no! I havenotapplied for a short-term rental business license yet. Please know the approved ordinance contains a phased transition period, allowing short-term rental operators time to becomelicensed and inspected. The licensing portal will be available beginning July 1, 2024. Enforcement activities willnot begin until November 1, 2024. 5.What is my platform doing to comply with the new regulations? Platforms such as Airbnb and VRBO are required to comply with theregulations as approved on March 6, 2024, including receiving a license to operate from the City of Port Angeles. 6.I still have questions. Who should I contact for more information? We are here to help. Please contactthe Department of Community & Economic Development at STL@cityofpa.usor call (360) 417-4STL (4785). “Where the Mountains Meet the Sea” Page| 1 360-417-4STL (4785) | STL@cityofpa.us | www.cityofpa.us LTAC June 27 Agenda Packet Pg 24 Short-Term Lodging Frequently Asked Questions DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Section 2: Short-Term Rental Regulations 1.Does Ordinance 3577, passed in 2017, remain in effect until July 1, 2024? Yes. In 2017, Ordinance 3577 was passed, amending Title 17 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. This ordinance prohibits short-term rentals in the Residential Mixed-Density R7 Zone, the Residential Low-Density R9 Zone, and the Residential Low-Density R11 Zone. It allows short-term rentals in the Residential Medium Density (RMD) Zone, Residential High Density (RHD) Zone, and in all of the City’s Commercial Zones, except for the Commercial Office (CO), where short-term rentals require a Conditional Use Permit.This zoning-basedlocation approach remains in effect until July 1, 2024. 2.After the effective date of the Ordinance, in what zones are there restrictions on short-term rental operations? For “Type IShort-Term Rentals,” there are no restrictions on the location or number of short-term rentals. For “Type IIShort-Term Rentals,”there are no location-based restrictions. However, there is a citywide cap of 200 licenses on Type IIShort-Term Rentals. 3.After July 1st, what do I need to do to legally operate a short-term lodging property? To legally operatea short-term lodging property, you must obtain a short-term lodgingbusiness license and inspectionfrom the City of Port Angeles. 4.How many short-term rental business licenses can I have? When the new ordinancegoes into effect: One unit will be permitted per Short-Term Rental Business License. One Short-Term Rental Business License will be issued per owner. One Short-Term Rental Business License will be issued per parcel. 5.If I am married, can my spouse own one short-term rental,and can I own another? No, the approved ordinance allows for one business license per family. 6.Can anLLC operate multiple short-term rentals? No, LLCs and other ownership structures cannot be used to operate multiple rentals. 7.If I own a duplexon the same lot, can I rent out both units as short-term rentals? No. The approved ordinance allows for one short-term rental dwelling unit per parcel per owner. A duplex on the same parcel is defined as two dwelling units. “Where the Mountains Meet the Sea” Page| 2 360-417-4STL (4785) | STL@cityofpa.us | www.cityofpa.us LTAC June 27 Agenda Packet Pg 25 Short-Term Lodging Frequently Asked Questions DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 8.I currently operate multiple short-term rentals, will I be grandfathered in? No. The ordinance adopted by City Council specifically prohibits hosts from operating multiple short-term rental properties. No grandfathering will be allowed. 9.How often will I need to renew my short-term lodging business licenseand inspection? Community and Economic Development staff will issue varied-term business licenses and inspections to avoid a bottleneck, with the first one-third of licenses issued for 3-years, the second third of license issued for 2 years, and the final third of licenses issued for 1 year. All future renewals will be for 3 years. 10.Does the approved ordinanceallow my short-term rental to be “grandfathered in?” All short-term rentalapplications will be treated as “new” short-term rentals. As approved by the City Council on March 6, 2024, preference and priority for short-term businesslicenses will be given to those currently legally operating compliant short-term rentalsas of June 30, 2024. 11.Can I use my recreational vehicle, camper,or a temporary structure on my property as short- term lodging? No, short-term lodgingmust be located in a permitted dwelling unit on the parcel. Section 3: Short-Term Lodging Application Process 1.When can I apply for a short-term lodging business licenseand inspection? The online licensing portal will be available beginning July 1, 2024. Applications must be received by August 1. Applications received after August 1will be placed on the waitlist. 2.How do I apply for a short-term lodging business licenseand inspection? The online licensing portal will allow applicants to easily apply for a new or renewal business license. This portal will be available beginning July 1, 2024. The City will host a training webinar for use of the portal on June 27 at 3:30 p.m. 3.What is the fee for a new or renewal business license and inspection? Business license and inspections will be issued in one-, two-, and three-year increments. License and Inspection Type1-Year Fee2-Year Fee3-Year Fee Type IShort-Term Rental Business License $285.30$570.60$855.90 and Inspection Type II Short-Term Rental Business License $475.50$951.00$1,426.50 and Inspection Bed and Breakfast Business License and $475.50$951.00$1,426.50 Inspection “Where the Mountains Meet the Sea” Page| 3 360-417-4STL (4785) | STL@cityofpa.us | www.cityofpa.us LTAC June 27 Agenda Packet Pg 26 Short-Term Lodging Frequently Asked Questions DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 4. What information will beneededto applyfor and obtain a Short-Term Lodging Business License? A complete applicationshallincludethe following: a.A complete application for the City’s short-term rental business license. b.A site plan to scale, which shows the entire dwelling unit used for the short-term rental, all other structures, parking, entrance and exit locations, and other relevantinformation as required by the Director. A consultant is not required. This item may behand-drawn to scale; there is no requirement for a computer-generated site plan unless theowner or authorized representative prefers this method. c. A floor plan to scale, which includes structure dimensions throughout the entire dwelling unit and the square footage. The floor plan must also show all smoke and carbon monoxide alarm locations, fire extinguisher locations, and all ingress or egress areas withdimensions. All rooms must be labeled. All sleeping accommodations must be clearly marked, including any accommodation outside the bedroom. The City has the right to deny sleeping accommodation outside of a designated bedroom for fire, health, and life safety. If an area is prohibited from sleeping, the license must clearly state the condition.A consultant is not required. This item may be hand-drawn to scale; there is norequirement for a computer- generated floorplan unless the owner or authorizedrepresentative prefers this method. d.Proof of short-term rental$1,000,000 minimum General Liability Insurancefor Short-Term Rentals e.Proof of Property Insurance f.Copy of the owner’s State of Washington Master Business License g.Proof of Ownership (i.e.,Articles of Incorporation, etc.), including a Copy of Recorded Deed or Property Tax Record h.A signed copy of the Good Neighbor Policy. After City review and approval, this policy shall be posted inside the unit in a visible location Type II Priority License Applications and All License Renewal Applications: If the application for a Type II Priority License,or to renew an existing short-term rental business license, the following is also required: a.A copy of the operating year’s rental log, including the price per night per rental inthe City and the total price charged for each stay. Documentation showing the lodging tax paid to the State of Washington for the previous year of operation. Please note:To obtain finalapprovalalong with an operating license, applicants will needto: a.Obtain initial application review approval from the City of Port Angeles b.Pay the Business License/InspectionFee c. Schedule, complete, and passthe Fire-Life Safety Inspection d.Complete theGood Neighbor Policy Agreement “Where the Mountains Meet the Sea” Page| 4 360-417-4STL (4785) | STL@cityofpa.us | www.cityofpa.us LTAC June 27 Agenda Packet Pg 27 Short-Term Lodging Frequently Asked Questions DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 5.What does “to scale” mean for the site plan and floor plan? “To scale” means an illustrated view from above which shows the relationship between rooms and spaces and other physical features with accurate relative sizes. 6.What level of detail is needed fora hand-drawn site plan A site planthat is drawnto scale of the property which shows the entire dwelling unit being used for the short-term rental, all other structures, parking, entrance and exit locations. A floor planthat isdrawn to scalethat includes the structure dimensions and square footage throughout the entire dwelling unit. The floor plan must also show the location of all smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and ingress or egress areas with dimensions. All rooms must be labeled. All sleeping accommodations must be clearlymarked, including any sleeping accommodations located outside the bedroom. 7.What is the expected review time for a new business licenseand inspection? After July 1, applications will be considered complete upon the submittal of all necessary documentation. Review time will follow the typical permitting process. Community & Economic Development staff estimate that there will be many submittals following the launch of the online licensingportalandpredict this will add extra review timefor the first submittal year. It is important to note that the approved ordinancecontains a phased transition period, allowing short-term lodging operatorsenough time to becomelicensed and inspectedbefore enforcement activities begin on November 1, 2024. Section 4: Short-Term Rental Lottery 1.What is the short-term rental lottery? On March 6, 2024, the Port Angeles City Council directed staff to: Ensure preference/priority Short-Term Rentallicense applications for those currently running compliant Short-Term Rentals. And add a lottery for all completed Short-Term Rental license applications submitted by August 1. Per the approved ordinance, 200 Type II Short-Term Rental Licenses will be available beginning July 1, 2024. Licenses will be issued first tothose currently operating compliant short-term rentals as of June 30. Followingthis, the City will conduct a lottery for all remaining Type II Licenses. The lottery will include Type II applicants that are either (1) out of compliance as of July 1, 2024 or (2) that have not previously operated. “Where the Mountains Meet the Sea” Page| 5 360-417-4STL (4785) | STL@cityofpa.us | www.cityofpa.us LTAC June 27 Agenda Packet Pg 28 Short-Term Lodging Frequently Asked Questions DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 2.How will the lottery selection process work? The application portal for Type II Short-Term Rental Licenseswill open on July 1, 2024, with 200 Type II Licenses available for issuance. Licenses will be issued first to applicants currently operatingcompliant short-term rentalsas of July 1. Remaining licenses will be issued via lotteryselection on October 1. The lottery process will be a random drawing overseen by the City’s Legal Department and willnot be based on the date of submission. Only applications submitted prior to August 1and that are fully completed by September 15 will be entered into the drawing. Applications received after August 1 will be placed on the waitlist. Applications deemed incomplete by the City after September 15will also be placed on the waitlist. Should licenses remain available after the October 1lottery, a second lottery selection will take place on November 1for those on the waitlist. 3.I understand the priority for short-term rental business licenses will be given to those operating compliant short-term rentals. What is the date that I must be operating by? Licenses will be issued first to those operating compliant short-term rentals as of July 1, 2024. Operators will need to provide proof ofoperations through either: a.A copy of the operating period’s rental log, including the price per night per rental in the City, charged per booking, and the total price charged for each stay. b.Documentation showing the lodging tax paid to the State of Washington for the previous year of operation. 4.How can I apply for the lottery drawing? Type II Short-Term Rental Applicants can apply for a license through the City’s Short-Term Lodging Licensing Portal beginning July 1, 2024.Completed applications will be added to the October 1 lottery pool. 5.If I currently operate multiple short-term rentals, can I submit multiple applications to the lottery? No. The Council-adopted language specifically allows: a.One unit to be permitted perShort-Term Rental Business License. b.One Short-Term Rental Business License to be issued per owner. c. One Short-Term Rental Business Licenseto be issued per parcel. “Where the Mountains Meet the Sea” Page| 6 360-417-4STL (4785) | STL@cityofpa.us | www.cityofpa.us LTAC June 27 Agenda Packet Pg 29 Short-Term Lodging Frequently Asked Questions DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 6.What happens if my name is not drawn? Following the lottery drawing(s), and should additional licenses become available, the City will notify any waitlisted applicants.TheCity will acceptand process new/waitlisted applications on a first- come, first-serve basis. Section 5: Inspections 1.Do I need an inspection for my short-term lodging operation? Yes, all short-term lodging owners or authorized agents must obtain a fire life-safety inspection for each new or renewed license application. This inspection is conducted by the City of Port Angeles. 2.When do I get an inspection? An inspection can be scheduled after July 1, when your application submittal is determined to be completeby the Department of Community & Economic Development, and there are available short-term lodgingbusinesslicenses. 3.Do I need to be present for the inspection? Yes. 4.How many fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide detectors, and smoke detectors do I need, and where do I mount them? The number of fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide detectors, and smoke detectors required dependson the size and configuration of a specific unit. The Inspection Checklistwill provide operators with the required elements prior to thereview by City inspectors. Section 6: Insurance 1.If I have liability insurance through a licensed platform and I also want to advertise on a second licensed platform, does that satisfy my insurance requirements for a short-term rental license application? Short-term rental owners and operators must maintain liability and property insurance regardless of provider. It is your responsibility to ensure you are operating within the policy rules. “Where the Mountains Meet the Sea” Page| 7 360-417-4STL (4785) | STL@cityofpa.us | www.cityofpa.us LTAC June 27 Agenda Packet Pg 30 Short-Term Lodging Frequently Asked Questions DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Section 7: Data Privacy 1.Why does the City require documentation showing the lodging tax I’ve paid to the state of Washington? The City requires this data to ensure accountability and that all owners are operating legally and paying the appropriate lodging taxes. 2.Why does the City of Port Angeles require a copy of my property’s rental log? For license renewalsor to demonstrate existing operations (for Type II Priority status), acopy of the operating period’s rental log is necessary for successful platform-basedenforcement and data compliance with lodging taxes. Printouts from licensed platforms are also sufficient. 3.Does sharing this information with the City compromise the privacy of my short-term rental guests? ity requiresa copy of the operating period’s rental log, including the price per night per No.The C booking, and the total price for the entire stay. The City is notasking for information on specific guests nor their names, addresses, emails, or any other personal information. Section 8: Enforcement 1.How will enforcement of short-term lodging work after November 1, 2024? Platforms, owners, authorized agents, and/or operators in violation of Port Angeles Municipal Code Chapters 17.23 and 17.24 may be issued a citation, notice of violation and order to cease, and/or any notice of daily fines. Violations and penalties are as follows: Violations $500.00 1st Violation of PAMC 17.23and .24 $1,000.00 2nd Violation of PAMC 17.23and .24 $3,000.00 3rd + Subsequent Violations of PAMC 17.23and .24 Daily Fines – once notice of violation and order to cease issued: $500.00 per day Daily Fee for the first 14 days $1,000.00 per day Daily Fee for each day after 14 days Under theapproved regulatory measures, all communications with the property owner will take place through the licensing portal. Property owners will be able to apply for a license, view potential violations, and pay any applicable fees online. The portal will be available on July 1, 2024. “Where the Mountains Meet the Sea” Page| 8 360-417-4STL (4785) | STL@cityofpa.us | www.cityofpa.us LTAC June 27 Agenda Packet Pg 31 Short-Term Lodging Frequently Asked Questions DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 2.What if I operate my short-term lodgingand do not have a business license and inspection by November 1, 2024? The City of Port Angeles will contact any platforms on which the unlicensed/uninspectedlisting is provided with directionsto remove the listing. If renting of the unlicensed/uninspected Short-Term Lodging continues to occur, platforms, owners, authorized agents, and/or operators may be issued a citation, notice of violation and order to cease, and/or any notice of daily fines. 3.What will happen to short-term lodging operationsthat violate PAMC 17.23 or 17.24? The City will revoke a short-term lodgingbusiness license upon the third violation ina 36-month period. Licensesrevoked for violation may not be renewed, and the Owner may not apply for a Short-Term Lodginglicense on any other property in the city for two years. Section 9: Reporting Short-Term Lodging Violations 1.Where can I report a potential violation? Those wishing to submit a complaint or report a potential violation may do so online using the online portal, which will be available for violations beginning November 1, 2024. Complaints will be reviewed by theCity of Port Angeles. 2.How should I report a noise issue related to short-term lodging? The Good Neighbor Policy, as outlined in the Port Angeles Municipal Code Chapter 17.23and 17.24, contains the standards for which a short-term lodging must operate. After November 1, 2024, complaintscan be made through the portal. “Where the Mountains Meet the Sea” Page| 9 360-417-4STL (4785) | STL@cityofpa.us | www.cityofpa.us LTAC June 27 Agenda Packet Pg 32 82.97%85.04%71.69%53.61%23.39%59.25%44.08%41.47%31.62%65.95%31.14%54.50%54.41%11.39%28.09%10.89% -13.53% 159.07%100.59%129.05%233.88%167.49%112.97%132.72% 6/3/2024 % Change% Change% Change% Change% Change 2019 YTD-over-YTD % change from 5.39%7.77%9.21%1.85%7.48%3.54%7.18%3.13%0.06%3.65%1.82%2.87%1.47%6.98% -6.08%-4.54% 25.18%11.38%11.77%24.49%31.38%11.62%10.52%59.06%24.82%25.60%28.34%73.83%13.04%50.63%80.19%15.51%28.24% 29.15% YTD -12.42%-18.78%-17.25%-43.65%-14.31%-13.04%-15.95% 125.27% % Change% Change% Change% Change% Change over prior % Change YTD YTD YTD YTD YTD YTD $68,240.08$82,466.64$79,644.07$74,307.10$98,817.62$76,999.56$44,294.73$46,399.10$44,990.22$39,798.74 $500,616.42$387,615.34$442,597.36$353,556.66$156,949.82$193,233.15$183,357.55$164,619.84$274,414.43$254,618.20$227,805.96$182,986.03$139,281.25$148,297.30$132,862.93$121,660.42$131,325.06$118,819.62$ 116,662.27$108,544.09$154,917.81$124,112.49$203,775.22$361,624.31$240,077.36$239,930.87$133,156.66$155,389.66$149,915.87$147,238.96$155,639.50$178,967.98$154,939.23$120,816.54$117,440.85$139,725.16$1 37,706.84$128,717.82 $788,557.16$991,608.14$918,071.37$788,430.32$274,414.43$997,793.06$507,993.71$799,025.21$768,853.05$731,842.10$131,325.06$559,707.18$533,464.16$484,555.20$283,859.71$399,831.91$378,083.76$349,573.94$ 154,917.81$528,455.23$427,688.13$368,328.92$198,109.54$253,729.43$211,510.72$192,894.66$203,775.22$902,606.39$793,215.36$779,200.64$481,213.12$568,587.21$533,888.16$496,205.82$155,639.50$640,736.08$6 02,166.89$525,078.71$339,546.56$564,313.57$534,185.39$508,503.00 $500,616.42 Full YearFull YearFull YearFull YearFull YearFull Year $1,736,837.37$1,651,662.42$1,484,829.07$1,320,198.96$1,140,386.73 $95,934.87$66,996.65$63,596.63$44,337.19$45,556.24$69,717.38$79,898.40$87,518.66$47,848.92$52,463.96$43,459.70$50,434.30$25,668.78$27,614.08$27,574.44$25,872.15$34,093.55$26,663.96$22,808.58$34,059.8 4$35,089.42$25,839.09$21,251.12$16,484.04$13,359.95$12,806.26$49,318.21$59,924.17$53,062.58$54,415.58$41,780.75$45,163.84$32,423.26$47,710.72$68,201.07$41,675.55$32,941.20$43,381.46$42,396.64$39,687. 46 $100,920.77$110,337.43 DecemberDecemberDecemberDecemberDecemberDecember $78,632.65$71,138.54$94,453.64$93,364.80$97,199.10$57,735.28$77,956.25$45,675.45$38,134.39$42,190.78$20,197.47$42,810.06$59,562.27$50,155.28$42,069.36$30,870.12$30,125.36$26,305.63$27,283.60$79,199.3 2$87,442.65$75,232.02$64,163.76$62,351.70$68,607.38$74,081.59$64,468.02$58,652.34$56,031.27$61,722.25$65,074.84$61,921.74 $203,092.91$182,578.41$169,412.80$124,311.26$131,121.09$173,853.16$114,945.08$179,946.56$136,124.80$102,436.87 NovemberNovemberNovemberNovemberNovemberNovember $82,704.66$70,343.96$96,659.96$36,833.06$63,544.40$83,245.17$59,745.86$69,883.08$60,177.42$57,454.61$42,082.24$42,993.27$31,991.26$30,043.92$93,073.23$46,239.34$67,898.24$78,437.33$59,893.26$64,462.1 3$58,058.42$92,652.96$81,453.56$45,121.84$89,017.30$79,021.22$72,230.96 OctoberOctoberOctoberOctoberOctoberOctober $230,245.41$212,620.30$198,433.27$132,469.30$152,906.83$169,643.01$102,560.50$212,086.03$188,341.61$180,458.08$100,138.89$144,375.36$142,047.88$137,473.32$128,765.18 33 Pg $85,301.46$99,044.34$85,749.60$50,049.48$58,171.52$68,994.24$66,161.67$58,883.36$87,112.29$57,910.36$51,139.37$33,530.16$41,329.82$37,428.29$29,879.18$98,727.44$90,607.51$75,131.03$87,495.61$68,130.0 1$56,181.88$83,971.10$54,139.79$77,672.97$40,203.86$82,013.38$75,133.29$76,065.76 $265,256.38$224,118.46$192,217.99$160,075.87$156,745.60$115,085.98$105,764.40$231,241.01$202,015.13$194,139.64$142,359.68$144,298.29$135,072.98$113,177.85 SeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptember Packet Agenda $98,096.40$37,748.92$96,293.39$94,107.25$89,816.42$86,134.08$69,937.34$60,732.77$24,528.28$45,097.27$41,486.18$37,489.36$66,612.64$54,601.76$49,920.41$17,587.44$33,349.29$26,460.48$23,388.14$91,609.4 7$99,377.25$85,104.28$41,591.37$69,624.83$64,217.70$64,460.32$67,147.87$49,784.62$64,751.90$32,855.52$60,561.56$55,747.64$54,029.42 AugustAugustAugustAugustAugustAugust $234,491.47$198,802.60$193,691.88$102,444.89$135,017.28$113,039.12$160,665.60$130,873.85$123,597.72 Page 1 of 2 27 June JulyJulyJulyJuly$7,845.14 JulyJuly $43,110.81$93,931.88$73,573.25$78,136.72$81,724.74$21,148.05$72,624.87$71,125.43$59,074.38$48,902.96$55,423.76$53,995.58$16,176.22$38,439.35$35,058.87$30,288.04$51,502.75$40,135.51$35,278.02$26,893.6 4$19,384.22$18,080.80$68,684.39$82,763.16$70,727.44$22,715.37$47,889.57$43,754.88$38,074.08$51,449.27$50,459.79$44,684.07$10,074.67$47,394.37$43,446.89$40,149.94 $180,516.76$153,765.97$151,555.38$123,124.35$102,061.88 LTAC $648.59$533.76 $2,198.56$5,387.68$4,877.35 JuneJuneJuneJuneJuneJune $65,055.68$45,182.11$78,751.14$88,799.83$73,265.10$68,735.54$48,157.01$47,586.77$41,111.18$40,697.46$29,776.90$41,323.43$15,904.01$25,005.68$25,626.37$23,241.58$35,609.87$30,800.76$29,628.50$16,154.9 1$11,590.67$11,614.02$60,370.02$64,213.58$69,432.85$42,349.77$35,892.03$31,161.52$44,754.59$31,409.19$35,371.78$40,498.09$35,658.03$35,699.90 $134,698.33$126,841.89$130,026.22 May$6,289.26 MayMay$4,791.47 May$8,756.91 MayMay $63,079.64$49,322.91$39,746.00$83,193.91$73,588.70$67,040.22$55,570.09$14,023.82$39,640.08$36,654.61$30,060.44$38,808.18$28,138.20$30,515.01$28,950.88$24,683.51$19,538.77$18,402.28$50,069.60$35,900.2 1$27,189.49$27,560.75$11,925.56$13,887.94$10,891.28$52,202.74$56,232.42$60,886.96$65,961.50$11,196.91$40,545.40$40,396.57$37,946.58$34,404.50$37,679.22$37,389.56$38,131.79$12,145.41$34,548.20$31,927. 59$30,209.64 $140,885.40$110,307.80$121,982.73$114,540.40 $8,947.36$9,384.98$7,215.28 AprilAprilAprilAprilAprilApril $63,119.24$71,384.48$39,731.36$28,807.02$29,671.08$21,010.60$69,558.60$58,992.73$50,058.81$35,259.89$31,752.03$22,065.27$24,066.14$24,119.06$34,211.74$24,531.48$27,275.46$27,091.77$15,188.08$13,753.9 9$16,544.24$14,553.62$34,854.63$27,981.59$24,744.51$13,862.82$11,118.42$41,251.65$55,439.56$43,406.48$28,566.17$21,724.70$23,064.24$20,633.70$31,819.78$30,351.98$29,606.77$21,639.46$18,176.86$21,384. 31$28,774.07$23,770.60 $102,318.23$142,896.71 $115,299.87 $8,996.30$8,335.22$6,511.72$8,455.22 MarchMarchMarchMarchMarchMarch $99,500.62$94,697.66$73,732.76$40,679.21$37,244.32$25,978.70$26,236.56$39,212.16$46,591.47$41,282.90$34,779.78$28,744.11$26,222.34$22,886.34$19,321.88$21,146.78$22,585.68$20,211.44$20,862.28$17,118.2 8$13,513.48$14,275.72$11,956.78$31,577.98$26,494.31$20,071.35$13,837.32$33,816.10$71,172.47$40,797.64$46,407.13$28,921.38$24,277.10$18,799.70$16,661.22$24,463.86$23,460.18$20,884.09$19,399.19$25,007. 02$26,895.65$21,658.80$18,613.82 $112,927.33 $9,868.20$7,984.88$6,178.36$7,290.66$6,271.14 $55,738.41$61,942.93$52,664.55$37,693.92$43,046.43$58,345.54$57,889.40$50,223.27$35,798.37$31,718.02$27,669.61$30,426.63$31,261.66$30,612.54$26,565.78$16,028.74$19,449.48$18,715.99$15,096.62$16,706.7 2$14,533.37$14,306.04$14,273.08$20,830.21$14,673.91$11,634.90$38,180.22$52,737.59$43,484.52$45,229.94$33,263.68$40,024.49$45,060.38$52,819.70$31,625.90$31,062.76$34,042.91$20,252.85$29,943.18$25,832. 94$27,142.20$26,849.56 $70,762.03 FebruaryFebruaryFebruaryFebruaryFebruaryFebruary $9,609.28$8,841.54$7,914.92$6,965.82 January$60,741.79$58,949.27$61,655.81$41,234.47$32,556.07$21,055.74$20,039.32$19,737.28 January$32,226.49$39,646.93$37,706.01$29,706.66$34,334.66$29,107.95$18,643.30$21,593.26 January$21,129.62$24,11 4.78$19,944.37$16,542.54$14,435.53$15,982.29$14,979.30$15,121.34 January$17,585.39$19,062.47$15,177.37$11,870.47 January$38,324.51$38,585.12$39,468.68$38,925.82$31,208.52$28,817.97$22,594.98$19,177.7 6 January$33,325.46$56,413.84$33,015.90$21,393.25$32,168.38$31,064.06$28,204.18$29,274.20 May 2024 Room Tax Report Clal. Co 2023202220212020201920182017 P.A.2024 2023202220212020201920182017 Sequim 2024 2023202220212020201920182017 Forks2024 2023202220212020201920182017 Jeff. Co2024 2023202220212020201920182017 Port T.2024 2023202220212020201920182017 Figures are acquired from the Dept. of Revenue (www.dor.wa.gov) and are two months behind. Figures are the total of both "Special Hotel/Motel" and "Transient Rental" taxes combined. Percentage is the amount changed from one year (month to date) to the next (month to date). Clallam, Jefferson, Grays Harbor, and Mason County figures refer to all lodgings within county borders excluding the major towns already listed. 2024 Datasource: Washington Dept of RevenueCompiled by OPVB 44.84%36.21%76.60%64.16%85.51%90.35%50.97%35.25%25.75%29.59%12.39% 123.12% 6/3/2024 % Change% Change% Change 7.57%4.64%7.55% 6.33% -2.54%-2.96% 88.53%12.63%20.27%26.09%77.40%20.89%11.12%15.31%60.71%19.02% -22.87%-12.92%-14.90%-30.07%-13.56% % Change% Change% Change YTD YTD YTD $21,685.40$20,162.57$20,777.97$18,019.76$11,212.58$16,033.58$13,471.19$15,584.60 $764,109.94$718,595.09$931,633.64$866,053.01$459,368.36$527,553.16$468,383.71$447,595.34$362,957.23$301,780.48$309,658.46$245,585.62$138,436.24$162,674.93$134,569.92$121,103.66 $21,685.40$65,556.11$65,113.07$56,449.74$40,344.20$50,859.39$44,498.89$50,146.18 $362,957.23$869,732.63$520,003.16$562,002.35$475,671.28$391,344.54 $764,109.94 Full YearFull YearFull Year $2,920,839.29$3,123,295.57$3,160,258.11$1,981,372.55$2,049,120.45$1,804,402.70$1,725,459.11$1,066,219.08$1,018,942.83 $6,318.16$6,805.74$3,782.20$4,195.34$4,091.58$3,866.84$3,007.16 $82,665.22$61,082.79$75,248.06$59,267.21$48,699.22$35,411.70$29,646.15$21,414.84 $177,392.53$204,428.00$203,581.18$192,631.07$113,788.10$108,503.98 DecemberDecemberDecember $6,327.32$5,814.64$5,485.90$4,310.88$5,100.66$4,660.20$4,890.66 $96,301.09$98,607.16$80,629.03$65,498.51$50,981.86$68,876.48$46,572.74 $294,176.40$284,227.52$329,354.11$291,095.32$203,314.40$202,243.41$209,366.60 NovemberNovemberNovember $6,932.92$7,041.18$6,465.02$5,695.20$5,682.24$6,109.92$5,984.72 $88,480.56$83,452.47$64,961.27$53,916.36 OctoberOctoberOctober $475,226.71$470,056.72$459,824.68$322,585.87$352,375.57$310,206.72$283,083.61$143,465.68$133,572.06$111,013.69 34 Pg $8,485.20$7,699.56$6,847.04$4,361.12$5,584.00$5,025.72$6,950.62 $82,275.33$82,197.42$61,325.21$54,988.44 $485,569.86$449,459.48$437,552.54$334,312.32$321,894.62$276,957.80$247,909.84$154,040.34$140,312.32$105,649.79 SeptemberSeptemberSeptember Packet $7,200.20$6,411.76$6,067.50$4,007.32$4,940.31$4,156.45$4,934.98 Agenda $98,683.49$61,326.82$61,277.03$50,591.09$41,386.28 AugustAugustAugust $322,990.57$309,597.61$345,427.97$206,945.35$220,231.99$197,123.24$171,347.46$125,383.85$103,214.15 Page 2 of 2 27 June JulyJulyJuly$5,975.88$5,220.18$4,995.16$3,446.58$4,313.81$3,807.18$4,707.54 $76,419.32$85,175.91$30,770.14$47,304.43$35,749.74$27,315.00 $221,593.04$222,216.35$258,628.56$152,778.09$153,527.59$128,984.49$120,308.75$100,482.93 LTAC $4,516.34$4,153.86$5,342.04$4,787.16$3,115.18$5,113.21$3,401.39$4,085.90 JuneJuneJune $21,656.17$83,681.92$81,911.30$83,727.89$38,702.51$29,951.42$24,647.22 $225,295.09$251,676.25$259,836.06$156,435.02$137,838.11$137,343.53 MayMayMay$4,875.88$4,255.14$4,329.87$4,748.30$1,877.78$2,158.72$3,971.49$4,727.04 $40,635.18$93,415.31$94,343.10$79,767.71$82,481.51$75,985.97$12,187.26$36,924.43$29,843.96$22,837.26 $174,397.33$169,158.39$194,435.68$227,172.49$126,354.51$109,534.12 NA $2,821.00$3,675.67$3,077.98$3,167.68$3,468.74$2,430.56$3,560.56 AprilAprilApril $87,023.39$79,859.81$79,146.08$75,192.48$53,542.98$66,961.90$50,623.94$31,993.26$24,443.49$18,402.06$19,868.54 $160,089.57$137,406.53$198,550.60$158,110.02$100,371.96 NA $4,678.94$3,152.28$4,086.44$3,617.06$2,817.24$3,680.30$2,095.86 MarchMarchMarch $98,994.00$96,832.56$86,566.46$79,383.47$66,164.28$66,073.45$54,848.06$41,657.39$30,791.06$24,616.02$16,998.28$15,385.16 $123,929.58$139,986.97$173,344.13$165,857.08 $3,774.92$4,311.46$3,981.96$2,979.00$2,937.72$3,176.13$2,526.80$3,699.68 $69,407.08$52,715.40$52,740.94$42,724.13$32,150.44$46,595.52$50,294.72$47,592.24 $157,499.57$132,216.53$165,251.74$151,458.09$111,676.01$114,433.41$110,148.38$112,472.81 FebruaryFebruaryFebruary $5,534.66$4,768.02$5,301.72$3,507.72$3,579.84$3,549.69$2,446.48$3,597.32 January$82,274.94$83,177.67 January$57,850.29$49,680.94$52,626.05$34,594.19$31,314.22$30,095.47$19,030.90$15,420.46 January $148,193.89$139,826.67$200,051.49$163,455.33$107,691.21$102,909.29 GHC2024 2023202220212020201920182017 M. Co2024 2023202220212020201920182017 Shelton2024 2023202220212020201920182017 Figures are acquired from the Dept. of Revenue (www.dor.wa.gov) and are two months behind. Figures are the total of both "Special Hotel/Motel" and "Transient Rental" taxes combined. Percentage is the amount changed from one year (month to date) to the next (month to date). Clallam, Jefferson, Grays Harbor, and Mason County figures refer to all lodgings within county borders excluding the major towns already listed. Datasource: Washington Dept of RevenueCompiled by OPVB Lodging Tax Advisory Committee June 27, 2024 PUBLIC COMMENT SIGN-UP SHEET Are you a City of Port Angeles resident or Print Name Clearly business owner? Topic Yes or No Ra CCN (Yes or No LTA Cie i c vv\-- / 0,, Ecy-,_ \ \ 0 0 or No jc 7l — "GI- � i ATew� Yes or No L ( ,v _ ci) �4, ` �Z/'l C j ✓ iEIrc Lec) 41) or No LTAç9eIq devn Yes or No Yes or No Yes or No Yes or No Yes or No Yes or No Page 1