Tourism Development Authority board appointments
Haywood County
Summary
Tourism brought $357 million in visitor spending, supports 2,200+ jobs, and saves households about $900 in taxes. 2025 set occupancy tax records despite Hurricane Helene, aided by the "Open Haywood" recovery campaign.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
Tourism supports about $903 in annual tax savings per household and $12 million in local taxes.
Local tourism businesses, lodging properties, restaurants, and farms, plus every household through offset property taxes.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners Regular Morning Meeting - Apr 6, 2026
Tourism brought $357 million in visitor spending, supports 2,200+ jobs, and saves households about $900 in taxes. 2025 set occupancy tax records despite Hurricane Helene, aided by the "Open Haywood" recovery campaign.
Board of Commissioners (Special) - Feb 16, 2026
The county was set to interview candidates for the Tourism Development Authority Board, which oversees how lodging tax revenue is spent promoting Haywood County tourism. Who sits on this board shapes how visitor dollars are invested locally.
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