Because of the TBID
Reinvesting Tourism Revenue in our Community
Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT)
A lodging tax paid by overnight visitors
Raises $11m annually, which helps fund:
Trails
Workforce Housing
Transportation
Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID)
A self-assessment implemented by tourism-related businesses
Raises $6m annually, which helps fund:
Community Enhancement
Environmental Stewardship & human Impact Mitigation
Economic Development & Business Services
Tourism Development
A WORD FROM OUR CEO & BOARD CHAIR
Since its formation in 2021, the TBID has been instrumental in funding initiatives that benefit both residents and visitors, including local business support, infrastructure improvements, and sustainable tourism efforts.
TBID Renewal Resources
PROJECTS funded by tot-tbid dollars at work
Because of the TBID
Thoughts from community members
This type of funding is more important than ever – locally raised and locally invested.”
Drew at TAMBA
Because of the TBID, our performances and programs are supported and made available through affordable ticket prices to both our students and our audience.”
Christin Hanna, Founder and Artistic Director, Lake Tahoe Dance Collective
Thanks to TOT-TBID Dollars At Work funding, we are revitalizing key historic sites, preserving our heritage for all to enjoy. Renewing this vital funding ensures the continued support of local businesses and sustainable tourism.”
Susan Winter, Director of the North Lake Tahoe Historical Society
Today, our community has more decision-making ability on how funds generated by tourism are reinvested than ever before. Together with the new committees formed to represent a diverse collection of local voices, the NTCA Board can better advocate for community needs regarding TOT and TBID dollars.”
Sue Rae Irelan
Things like transportation, workforce housing, and economic development for our small businesses are all supported because of the TBID.”
Amy Ohran, President and COO, Palisades Tahoe
The funding we receive from the TBID is critical to keeping events like [Made in Tahoe] strong and thriving.”
Caroline Ross, Executive Director, Palisades Village Neighborhood Co.
Because of the TBID and TOT funding, we are able to support regional transportation solutions like TART Connect and the Winter Park & Ride. Programs like these, combined with private initiatives like the Palisades Tahoe parking reservation program, are making a tangible difference when it comes to reducing congestion in the wintertime.”
Mike Degroff, Senior Advisor, Palisades Tahoe
Because of the TBID, we, as locals, get to determine what makes North Tahoe great. And we get to fund it.”
Dave Wilderotter, Founder, Tahoe Dave’s Skis & Boards