Greater Napanee Council is moving forward with plans for a Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) that would apply to short-term stays of less than 30 days, including hotels, motels, and Airbnb rentals.
Staff suggested a 4 per cent tax, in line with neighbouring municipalities such as Prince Edward County and Belleville.
Council received a draft bylaw framework and provided direction on key aspects, including issuing a request for proposals to find an eligible non-profit tourism partner. Fifty per cent of net revenue would go directly to a non-profit partner for tourism promotion, with the remaining funds, minus administrative costs, used locally.
Councillor Angela Hicks stressed the importance of choosing a tourism partner familiar with the area, saying the organization should not be based far from the community.
If approved in early February, the MAT Tax would take effect on July 1, 2026. A detailed report will be presented at the February 3 Special Council Meeting.
