Department of the City Manager
Reference: Brighton Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Recommendations
To: Mayor Richard N. McLean and Members of City Council
Through: Philip Rodriguez, City Manager
Prepared By: Chontel Trujillo, Assistant City Manager of Operations
Date Prepared: October 3, 2017
PURPOSE:
Per City Ordinance 2121 Section 3-40-170 b, the Brighton Lodging Tax Advisory Committee shall study, investigate and advise City Council as to the development and promulgation of policies for the implantation, support and use of revenues from the lodging tax for economic development, special events, cultural arts facilities, advertising and marketing, promotion of tourism and other activities related thereto. In particular, the Committee will advise the City Council on allocation, budgeting and appropriation of funds from the Lodging Tax Fund consistent with the provision of Section 3-40-50, Use of the tax.
The Brighton Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (BLTAC) is presenting their recommendations for the BLTAC Regular Grant awards for projects to be completed in 2018.
BACKGROUND
Nine (9) proposals were submitted to the Brighton Lodging Tax Office for a grand total request of $370,318.00. The BLTAC is recommending to award $274,700.00.
On September 19, 2017 the BLTAC met to interview grant applicants. The Committee used an Evaluation Criteria consisting of the following evaluation criteria and associated "points available":
Criteria maximum score points - 100
1. Organization qualifications and relevant experience/projects (comprehensive experience in promoting the city and specific community venues and events that result in an increase in visitors to the community). 15 points
2. Clear documentation of budget request and use of funds including a detailed budget narrative, budget justification and demonstration of ability to leverage and/or match other sources of funds. 50 points
3. Concept Pro...
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