Tourist Development Tax Collections Up 12% in April

Escambia County, FL (NewsRadio 92.3) -- Escambia County's tourist development tax collections were up 12% in April compared to the same month last year, according to a report presented to the county commission Tuesday. The TDT is collected on short-term rentals and hotel stays and reflects visitor activity in the area. The county manages a $570 million investment portfolio, details of which are available online through the clerk's office.