I’m Linda Kozlowski and I’m running for re-election to the Manzanita City Council.
I recently received an email correcting information in my previously published BBQ post regarding STRs. I appreciated clarifying that the 17.5% cap on STRs was established in 1994. I mistakenly wrote that it was created in 1998 under city manager Jerry Taylor. The 17.5% cap has proven to be very important to our community. Since that time, the revenue from transit lodging tax has been critical to our general fund, and only recently has it become a concern.
It is vital for us to continue to manage STRs, knowing that this tourist lodging tax contributes significantly to our budget. A priority for the upcoming Council is to determine if there are other revenue sources that could lessen our reliance on STRs.
I have researched, learned, and worked on STR management for many years as a City Council member and I look forward to continuing this important work. Your vote for me on November 8 will give you a Council member who brings knowledge and continuity to this highly important issue.
