BCTDA Board Chair’s Statement on Hotel Association’s Proposed Changes to the Occupancy Tax
The Asheville Buncombe Hotel Association has developed a proposal for changes to the laws that govern the use of the occupancy tax in Buncombe County.
Frequently Asked Questions: Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
Senator Chuck Edwards is filing legislation titled “Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Act” that would enable the creation of a fund for tourism-related businesses.
Hotels Collect & Donate Items for ‘Hoops Against Hunger’ Project
The winning hotels Hilton Garden Inn and Hyatt Place together collect more than 5,500 food items for children in Western North Carolina.
Sen. Edwards To File ‘Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Act’ Legislation
The Job Recovery Fund will provide $5 million in emergency grant funding for tourism-related small businesses and nonprofits affected by COVID-19.
394 Buncombe Businesses Awarded Pandemic Relief Grants to Restart Operations
PRESS RELEASE: The $5 million grant fund was created by the Buncombe County TDA using revenue from occupancy tax collections designated for tourism product development and is expected to retain or create nearly 4,800 jobs.
Editorial: Asheville Buncombe Hotel Association Calls for Change in the Occupancy Tax
A guest commentary in Asheville Citizen Times by Jim Muth, Executive Director of the Asheville Buncombe Hotel Association and former member of BCTDA.