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Hotel Occupancy Tax collections for Austin Live Music Fund up 8% so far this fiscal year
Summary by Barton Creek News Editorial Desk Abigail Jones , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· July 7, 2026
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Key points So far this fiscal year, collections are up 8%. In Austin, Hotel Occupancy Tax collections for the Live Music Fund have seen an increase.
In Austin, Hotel Occupancy Tax collections for the Live Music Fund have seen an increase. So far this fiscal year, collections are up 8%.
Hotel Occupancy Taxes support various initiatives in the city. These include the Austin Convention Center and grants for music and arts. The Live Music Fund is one of the beneficiaries of these taxes.
Further information on the Hotel Occupancy Tax collections and their allocation can be found through KXAN. Details on the specific initiatives and funds supported by these taxes are available for those looking for more information.
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Category: News Published: July 7, 2026 Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News Reading time: 1 min
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