Tourism Commission - June 30, 2026

The City of West Bend Tourism Commission held a meeting on June 30, 2026, focusing on financial reports, grant applications, and upcoming community events. The commission reviewed and approved the financial report, which included payments for Discover Wisconsin and funding for July 4th fireworks, supported partially by room tax revenues. Three major grant applications were presented: Wings and Wheels for a Cause, a community aviation event, and the Midwest Glass Art Expo, a two-day event promoting glass art with significant community and regional participation. After discussion, the commission approved grants of $10,000 each for both events, emphasizing the importance of long-term community impact and supporting the local hotel industry through room tax investments. Additionally, the commission highlighted recent tourism successes, upcoming Independence Day celebrations, and acknowledged the retirement of a key administrative staff member, Julie Nolan.