Summary
Six years after voters passed it, the hotel tax increase is finally being implemented, with a retroactive start of May 1, 2025. The money splits between homelessness programs and the convention center, with street repairs getting a share after 2030.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 10
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
The additional TOT of 1.25% to 3.25% on hotel stays will fund homelessness programs, street repairs, and convention center purposes for years to come.
Homelessness services and the convention center get dedicated new funding streams; streets get money after 2030.
Hotel and lodging guests pay the higher tax.
Mentions & discussions (5)
10am City Council Meeting - September 15th - Sep 15, 2026
The council finalized repeal of the 2022 Measure C, which had exempted the Midway-Pacific Highway area from the 30-foot coastal height limit. Speakers warned the area already floods at high tides and urged local control over development there.
Monday Agenda - Aug 24, 2026
The 30-foot coastal height limit is back in the Midway-Pacific Highway area because courts ruled the city's environmental review was deficient. It's a major setback for the Midway Rising housing project, and speakers warned Sacramento bills may try to override the limit anyway.
Monday Agenda Revised Added S400 - Feb 23, 2026
The council put $21.4 million of Measure C hotel-tax money into urgent Convention Center repairs — roof and central plant work — with the projects covered by the project labor agreement. Hotel industry leaders warned the funds should ultimately go to expansion, not just deferred maintenance.
2026 State of the City Address - Jan 16, 2026
The city repaired 468 miles of roads, filled 44,000 potholes, and set a sidewalk repair record last year. With Measure C finally upheld, the Mayor will ask the council for a $118 million, five-year convention center modernization plan.
Tuesday Agenda Revised Added S500-S514 - Jan 13, 2026
Six years after voters passed it, the hotel tax increase is finally being implemented, with a retroactive start of May 1, 2025. The money splits between homelessness programs and the convention center, with street repairs getting a share after 2030.
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