June 14, 2016

Chair Demaree called the meeting to order at 7PM. All members present plus members of the public Joe Gross and Tom Rapp.

Director Laubach moved, seconded by Director Dawson, approval of the minutes of the May 10th meeting. All voted aye.

Director Dalling presented the document outlining the procedure for public notices of meetings.

Chair Demaree reported on issues some lodging businesses were having getting booking agents such as Expedia to remit the taxes to them. A general discussion of steps taken to achieve compliance including Mr. Rapp representing one of the affected properties ensued. No specific board action was taken at this time.

The board held a discussion of the summer meeting schedule and concluded to cancel the July meeting and because of schedule conflicts move the August meeting to 8/2/16.

During the public comment period Mr. Rapp suggested that the board be more proactive in advising properties of the remittance schedule.

Chair Demaree moved, second by Director Dalling, that we prepare a monthly mailing with the remittance form and directions and that we amend the postage budget to accommodate this. All voted aye.

Director Laubach moved, second by Director Dawson, that we adjourn. All vote aye at 7:50 PM.