Tourism's record year and local tax relief
Summary
The Convention and Visitors Bureau reported a record 2025: $280 million in economic impact and $15.4 million in state and local taxes — enough to offset more than $500 per household in taxes. The Woodman Center alone hosted 50 events worth $5 million in its first nine months.
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Last discussed Jul 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
Tourism generated $15.4 million in state and local taxes in 2025, offsetting per-household taxes by over $500.
Local businesses, hospitality workers, and every household through the tax offset.
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