Summary
The council couldn't muster the four votes needed to put a hotel tax increase on the November ballot. Rates would have gone from 8% to 10% in 2027 and 12% in 2028, with a new exemption for military families at the Parks Reserve Forces Training Area.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Hotel guests would have paid more per night; the added revenue would have gone to city services, but the measure failed so rates stay at 8%.
Hotel guests and lodging operators keep the current 8% rate; military families would have benefited from the proposed exemption.
Hotel operators and guests who will face higher lodging costs.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council (Regular) - Jul 21, 2026
The council couldn't muster the four votes needed to put a hotel tax increase on the November ballot. Rates would have gone from 8% to 10% in 2027 and 12% in 2028, with a new exemption for military families at the Parks Reserve Forces Training Area.
City Council (Regular) - Feb 17, 2026
The city is exploring raising its hotel bed tax from 8% to 12% to bring it in line with other Alameda County cities and generate about $700,000 more each year for public services.
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