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SST LTRSeptember 24, 2018 - As a Mariposa County business of over 30 years we are extremely concerned with the proposed increase in tourism tax (transient occupancy tax). 

Tourism is the lifeblood of our County! Mariposa County is #1 in the state in the percentage of travel-related jobs. 

Competition! If this tax passes we'll be the highest TOT gateway! How will hoteliers compete with our neighboring gateways? Their only choice will be to lower their rates, further reducing their already stretched operating budgets, resulting in reduced employee labor hours and/or positions being eliminated. 

Tourism brings incremental spending to our County for goods and services. Reduction in tourism reduces the dollars spent at our restaurants, gift shops and gas stations. We have seen the impact to our businesses in recent years when hit by natural disasters.

Lost business! Online travel booking is the #1 method of booking. Online booking sites like Expedia, Booking.com and the like are used by potential visitors to compare pricing and ratings. Suppose a potential visitor is comparing two, 4 star properties (one in Mariposa County and one in the County next door). The probability is high that they'll choose the one that will cost them less per night for their family so that they have a little extra for a meal, a tank of gas, or a souvenir. 

Loss of group business is also of concern as every dollar counts when bidding a family reunion, wedding or leadership retreat. Again, our businesses will need to take the hit to compete!

Mariposa County businesses have already been hit hard enough these past years! Please vote NO on Measure M.

Christian Mueller, General Manager
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