Legislation Details

File #: 26-316    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Informational Report Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 8/4/2026 In control: City Council Work Session
On agenda: 9/21/2026 Final action:
Title: Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC - 2026 mid-year Lodgers and Auto Rental Tax (LART) contract update to City Council Presenter: Dani Barger, Chief Operating Officer Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC
Attachments: 1. Colorado Springs Chamber + EDC LART Council pres - Sept 2026
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Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC - 2026 mid-year Lodgers and Auto Rental Tax (LART) contract update to City Council

 

  Presenter: 

Dani Barger, Chief Operating Officer
Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC

 

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  Summary:

Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC will provide an update to City Council every 6 months regarding their work related to the LART Contract.

 

  Background: 

The LART Tax, 2% on lodging and 1% on auto rental, was established in 1978 with the purpose of attracting visitors and enhancing the economy of the City and Pikes Peak Region (City Code 2.9.102).  Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC is one of four LART-contracted entities that will provide an update to City Council every six months. 

  Previous Council Action:

On November 25, 2025, City Council approved the original 2026 Budget per Ordinance No. 25-95, which included the appropriation of funds for the LART Fund.

 

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