food and beverage tax

A department representative says changes are needed to make future athletic tournaments possible, thus creating more local tourism opportunities.

The commissioners unanimously approved the board, which finances and operates capital facilities or improvements.

Several senators criticized Monroe County and Bloomington’s lack of transparency in food and beverage tax spending.

The city said it will not consider a capital improvement board but hopes the county agrees that making progress on the convention center is essential.

Rather than buy the current center and surrounding properties from the county as it had intended, the city is considering constructing an adjacent but disconnected convention space.

Join us this Friday as we talk with guests about the Monroe Convention Center's expansion and the struggles between Monroe county and the City of Bloomington to make a deal.

Nashville’s tourist stops saw a boost in business during the pandemic last year despite state restrictions.