LaPorte County Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Managers June 23, 2026

The LaPorte County Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Managers held a meeting on June 23, 2026, focusing primarily on financial reports, community relations, and upcoming events. The treasurer reported total accounts payable of $105,150.77 and payroll of $77,892.31 for May, with the bureau operating within budget despite some increased wage and benefits expenses due to added staff. Significant attention was given to the Great Lakes Grand Prix event, including sponsorships, marketing efforts, and vendor participation, with VIP sales and Brewfest tickets progressing well. The board also discussed challenges with innkeeper tax collections from certain properties, noting ongoing efforts to resolve arrears approaching six figures. Additionally, the meeting covered strategic planning sessions, community sponsorships exceeding $100,000, and anticipated impacts from a major Microsoft construction project expected to increase hotel occupancy and potentially stimulate new hotel development. No formal votes on contracts or procurement were recorded, but several sponsorship and event-related expenditures and partnerships were highlighted as part of ongoing bureau activities.