Ingham County Hotel Tax Vote | Lansing News

Ingham County is poised for a big decision in August as voters weigh whether to raise the hotel tax from 5% to 8%, targeting short-term stays in hotels, motels, and Airbnbs to fund tourism and entertainment upgrades. Officials hope visitors will willingly pay a bit more to enhance their experience and boost the local economy — a strategy already working elsewhere. After a previous attempt in 2024 fell short, this time they’re sharpening the message and ramping up public education to ensure voters understand the stakes. The outcome could reshape how the county invests in its future and attracts more visitors. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a59ba706f842cdcb