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WHAT IS A CVA? |
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CVA is an acronym for convention and visitors authority. CVAs are destination management organizations. Most CVAs, South Shore CVA included, are not-for-profit organizations that work under a governing body to promote visitor and business travel through sales and marketing initiatives.
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WHERE WOULD A MULTI-USE FACILITY BE LOCATED? |
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The proposed feasibility study will determine the location of such a facility.
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WHAT IS THE GENESIS CENTER CURRENTLY USED FOR? |
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The Genesis Center in Gary, Indiana is used for city meetings and events. The Gary Steelheads, a minor league basketball team, use the arena for their basketball games.
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WHAT DOES THE SSCVA DO? |
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The SSCVA leads the hospitality industry and markets the South Shore as a centrally located, reasonably priced destination for business and leisure travelers. The South Shore CVA draws conventions, meetings, sporting events and group tours from around the nation.
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HOW MANY HOSPITALITY EMPLOYEES ARE EMPLOYED IN LAKE COUNTY? |
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There are more than 25,000 hospitality employees in Lake County. This includes restaurants, retail, hotels, and attractions.
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WHY IS THE SSCVA IMPORTANT TO VISITORS? |
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The SSCVA provides valuable information about the South Shore including area attractions, restaurants and accommodation options. Our CVA provides regional information about the area between Chicago and New Buffalo, Michigan at no cost to the visitor.
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WHAT IS THE ECONOMIC IMPACT OF TOURISM ON LAKE COUNTY? |
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The economic impact of tourism on Lake County is $836 million annually.
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DO MY PROPERTY AND SALES TAXES PAY FOR THE CONVENTION AND VISITORS Authority? |
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No. The SSCVA is funded by casino admission revenue and a hotel/motel tax.
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HOW MUCH MONEY DO RESIDENTS OF LAKE COUNTY SAVE ON THEIR TAXES BECAUSE OF TOURISM? |
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Lake County residents save nearly $980 on their taxes annually (including federal, state and local savings) because of tourism.
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WHAT IS A FOOD AND BEVERAGE TAX? |
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A food and beverage tax is a tax on any prepared food or beverages (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) served at restaurants, bars and festivals.
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HOW IS A FOOD AND BEVERAGE TAX USED? |
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Traditionally in Indiana, hospitality facilities (brick and mortar projects) are funded by a food and beverage tax. Examples include Allen County's Coliseum and Marion County's Convention Center.
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