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Potential Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Ballot Measure
Summary
The city is exploring placing a measure on the November 2026 ballot to raise the hotel tax from 8% to generate additional revenue from visitors.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Each 1% increase in the hotel tax rate is estimated to generate approximately $113,000 annually in additional revenue.
✅Who benefits
Westminster residents, who gain municipal revenue paid primarily by hotel visitors and tourists.
⚠️Who could be affected
Hotel operators and visitors, who would face higher lodging taxes.
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