I’m sure some of the restaurants and vendors at the event had a little bump. But it certainly didn’t affect our sales tax much, (City Council is getting briefed on March Financials, the report document is to the right in SIRE) and it certainly didn’t affect lodging. The hotel tax is down over 14% from last year, which equates to the occupancy rates being down.
I was hoping Pheasant Fest would have a major affect on the tax rolls in Sioux Falls, but it seems like it really didn’t make a difference at all. Which I am very surprised about.
I would really like to hear from the CVB as to why hotel stays are down so much from last year.
Hotels have been full but many stay at new hotels in Brandon, Hartford, and Tea. AirBNB is no tax and cheaper rates. The internet has made more impact than expected. Jackley brought our state leading the argument. Seems to me bad timing when known for more taxes and running for Governor.
DS,
You would think that as a Republican, Jackley would know better than to try to find new ways to tax the RV voters….