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> - Cities that rely on tourism generate revenue from hotel "bed taxes" which are often higher or in addition to sales tax Too frickin' bad? I'm of the opinion
by makmanalp 16y ago
> - Cities that rely on tourism generate revenue from hotel "bed taxes" which are often higher or in addition to sales tax
Too frickin' bad? I'm of the opinion that taxes should be in compensation for the service provided by the government. What service is being provided here? It makes me angry that just because someone is making money off of something that taxes must sharecrop off of it. As long as the host files their 1099 that came from AirBNB, it seems fine to me. Why is it that a person can stay over and it's no problem but when they pay money it's a huge issue? It makes me think. If this is hurting the hotel business, too bad! Maybe they should look to change their business model instead of trying to pass laws to protect their current one.
- callmeed 16y agoDo people who visit cities/counties for vacation/business trips not require services (indirectly)? Roads, beaches, parks, public restrooms, parking lots, etc. They all have to be maintained. Come to Pismo Beach (where I'm at) on any Summer weekend. 75%+ of the people on the beach are from out of town. Should I pay higher property taxes to pick up their beer bottles and pay for the extra police officers that need to be on duty?
- makmanalp 16y agoI guess that's a good point, I didn't think of situations like that. So maybe some extra tax is in fact in order. However, what about banning stays less than one month? Doesn't that smack of trying to get rid of competition?
- patrickgzill 16y agoDon't the people who visit Pismo pay local taxes, provide local employment at restaurants, buy gas at the local gas station, etc?