Discover Ames set to present annual report to council on June 23
June 19, 2026 | Ames City, Story County, Iowa
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A Discover Ames yearly report funded by hotel/motel tax revenue will be presented to the Ames City Council at the June 23 meeting, Mayor John Haila said during the City of Ames podcast preview.
Haila said the presentation summarizes activities supported by the tax, visitor statistics, forecasts and vision for future opportunities for the community. He mentioned the city expects events in the coming years, including a boys state high school basketball tournament that could bring visitors to Ames.
Why it matters: the Discover Ames report shows how dedicated hotel/motel tax dollars are used to attract visitors and support local events, which can have economic benefits for city businesses.
What’s next: Discover Ames will present its annual report at the June 23 meeting; council will receive the information and may follow up as needed.
(Reporter: Bill Gebhardt; source: John Haila, Mayor.)
Haila said the presentation summarizes activities supported by the tax, visitor statistics, forecasts and vision for future opportunities for the community. He mentioned the city expects events in the coming years, including a boys state high school basketball tournament that could bring visitors to Ames.
Why it matters: the Discover Ames report shows how dedicated hotel/motel tax dollars are used to attract visitors and support local events, which can have economic benefits for city businesses.
What’s next: Discover Ames will present its annual report at the June 23 meeting; council will receive the information and may follow up as needed.
(Reporter: Bill Gebhardt; source: John Haila, Mayor.)
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