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$3 Hotel Surcharge to Fund Fire Equipment

Summary

A new dedicated fund taxes hotel stays $3 a night for fire safety equipment. Ramos wants the language airtight so a future administration can't divert it to operating costs.

At a glance

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Last discussed Mar 31, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

A meaningful annual revenue stream earmarked for fire equipment.

✅Who benefits

Firefighters and residents who depend on well-equipped fire response.

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