City of Victor Announces November 4 Ballot Measure on Local Option Tax

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: City of Victor 138 N. Main St. Victor, ID 83455- Jeremy Besbris, City Administrator [jeremyb@victoridaho.gov]

City of Victor Announces November 4 Ballot Measure on Local Option Tax

VICTOR, IDAHO – The City of Victor will hold a Non-Property Sales Tax Election on November 4, 2025, allowing voters to decide on Ordinance O642, which would amend the municipal Local Option Tax on short-term lodging accommodations.

What's on the Ballot

Voters will be asked whether to adopt an ordinance that would:

• Increase the tax rate for room occupancy charge from 6% to 8% on all short-term rental (30 days or less) charges for hotel-motel rooms, condominium units, tourist homes, vacation rentals, or other sleeping accommodations
• Extend the duration of the tax, which is currently scheduled to expire on July 1, 2036, to July 1, 2050

The ballot measure would add 2% to the existing Local Option Tax of 6%. If approved, the measure would extend the tax for an additional 14 years beyond its current expiration date.

How the Tax Works

The Local Option Tax is applied only to short-term lodging stays of 30 days or less. It does not apply to long-term rentals or residential property. Revenue generated from this tax is used to fund city services, infrastructure, and community programs.

Public Information Open House

The City of Victor invites all residents and interested parties to attend a public information open house to learn more about the ballot measure and ask questions:

Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Victor City Hall, 138 N. Main St., Victor, ID

City staff will be available throughout the day to provide information, answer questions, and distribute educational materials. No registration is required.

Additional Information

Complete information about the ballot measure, including the full text of Ordinance O642, is available on the City of Victor website at:

https://victoridaho.gov/2025-lot-ballot-measure

Voters are encouraged to review the materials and make an informed decision on November 4, 2025.