(A) There is created the Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board, which shall consist of seven members all of whom shall be residents of the city; two of whom shall represent the lodging industry, two of whom are directly involved in tourist-related industries; one who shall represent the short term rental industry; and two members at large who shall represent the public. The members of the Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board shall be appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of the City Council.
(B) The term of each member of the Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board shall be three years.
(C) Except as provided in this article, the qualifications appointment and conduct of the members of the Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board and the organizational structure of the Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board shall be governed by §§ 2-6-1-1 et seq.
(D) The Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board shall advise the Mayor and City Council on the expenditure of funds authorized by Section 3-38-15 NMSA 1978 for advertising, publicizing and promoting tourist attractions and facilities in the city. In addition, the Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board shall:
(1) Review past and current performance of any organization contracting with the city to supply advertising, publicizing and promotion of tourist attractions, conventions and tourist related activities;
(2) Advise the Mayor as to the performance of such contractors on a quarterly basis, and make recommendations to the Mayor concerning whether such contracts should be renewed or canceled.
('74 Code, § 4-2-12) (Ord. 54-1977; Am. Ord. 56-1993; Am. Ord. 24-2001; Am. Ord. 2019-024; Am. Ord. 2020-038)