Chamber and commissioners outline process for Hotel‑Motel tax distribution

The Fulton County Board of Commissioners and the Chamber of Commerce Board discussed the county's process for distributing Hotel‑Motel tax receipts. Commissioners agreed that the county will hold receipts for 60 days after receipt at the county level; after that period the Chamber will receive funds and a Chamber subcommittee will make distribution recommendations.

Fiscal Administrator Sue Reed and Interim County Treasurer Amy Bishop attended the discussion. The Chamber was informed it must submit an annual report showing how Hotel‑Motel funds are spent; the board indicated the funds should be used to promote tourism.

No formal vote to change the county code was recorded; the minutes record the discussion and the Chamber's commitment to produce an annual report and the subcommittee recommendation process.