Town of Vaiden; authorize tax on restaurants for tourism and parks and recreation.

Vaiden restaurant tax needs voter approval

The law lets Vaiden charge up to 2% on prepared food and drinks sold by covered restaurants, for eating there or elsewhere. Schools, hospitals, care homes, and certain connected facilities are excluded. At least 60% of qualified voters who vote must approve the tax before it starts; restaurant operators collect it from customers when practical. The town must keep the money separate, spend it only on tourism and parks and recreation, and pay for an independent yearly audit. The town can end the tax by resolution, and the authority expires July 1, 2030.