Grand County is not alone in the desire for flexibility when it comes to spending their Transient Room Tax revenue (TRT). A recent legislative audit revealed Utah’s counties – especially those near National Parks – want more of their TRT revenue to fund mitigation efforts associated with tourism, not more promotion. To do so would require a change in state code. Today on the news we speak with local elected officials to learn more.
[Photo: Grand County Emergency Medical Services and Search and Rescue crews treat a patient. Both services are eligible to receive some TRT revenue under current state code. Credit Grand County EMS]
