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EXHIBIT A <br />Letter to Prospective Applicants <br />Dear Prospective Applicanis, <br />Thank you for considering applying for the 2025 Lodging Tax Fund. As a crucial pad of our community's efforts to bolster tourism and enrich <br />our local culture, we are excited to outline the specific goals and priorities of the Consolidated Lodging Tax Connmittee for the upcoming <br />year. <br />Our commitiee is dedicated to supporting events that not only draw visitors to our community but also contribute to its long-term vitality and <br />prosperity. To this end. we are particularly focused on the following criteria for 2025: <br />" Off-Season Events: We are eager to fund events that take place during off-peak times. as these have the potential to stimulate <br />economic activity dr-rring typically slower periods. Priority will be given to proposals for new events lhat diverstfy our community's offerings <br />and attract visitors throughout the year. <br />n Uniqueness of Event: We seek events that stand out for their originaliiy, creativity, and distinctiveness. Whether through innovative <br />programming. culiural significance, or immersive experiences, we are interested in supporling events that capture the imagination and <br />leave a lasting impression on attendees. <br />" Community Support and Strategic Alignment: lt is essential that funded events have a tangible impact on the community in which they <br />are held and align with its sirategic goals. We encourage applicants to demonstrate how their eveni will contribute to local businesses, <br />promote culiural exchange, or enhance community well-being, among other objectlves. <br />" Emphasis on Tourism from Outside the 50-Mile Radius: Proposals should outline strategies for marketing and outreach to attract <br />visitors from neighboring regions and beyond, thereby maximizing the economic and cultural benefits of the event. (RCW 67.28.1816) <br />We believe that by prioritizing these criteria, we can support events that not only drive tourism bui also foster community engagemeni, <br />stimulate economic growth, and showcase the unique identity of Kittitas County. <br />We encourage all interested applicants to carefully review the guidelines and criteria outlined in the application materials and to submit <br />proposals that align closely with our goals and priorities. Together, we can create memorable experiences that enrich our community and <br />leave a lasting legacy for years to come. <br />Thank you for your interest in the 2025 Lodging Tax Fund. We look fonrruard to receiving your applications and working together to make <br />Kittitas County a vibrant destination for visitors and residenls alike. <br />Sincerely, <br />Consolidated Lodging Tax Committee