Chapleau Moving Forward With Municipal Accommodation Tax

Chapleau's struck a deal regarding administration of its "Municipal Accommodation Tax".

Mayor Michael Levesque reminds the tax approved by Council in May is a surcharge for hotels, bed and breakfasts, or AirBnB-style rentals.

Mayor Levesque Explains Municipal Accommodation Tax
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Levesque notes the funds would not go directly into the Township's general coffers.

Mayor Levesque on Municipal Accommodation Tax Purpose
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Emphasizing the Township will administer the tax, Mayor Levesque explains Council's now approved an agreement with the Superior East Community Futures Development Corporation for administration of the funds meant for a regional tourist association.

The tax is set to take effect November 1st.