Hotel room sales tax increase proposal to appear on ballot in Gonzales

GONZALES - A proposal to increase sales taxes on hotel rooms will appear on the December ballot.The proposal would raise sales tax on hotel rooms by 2 percent. If passed, it is expected to generate nearly $500,000 each year. The money would go toward building a 20 square foot event and convention center on Highway 30.The current hotel sales tax is 11.5 percent. If voters passed it, it would be increased to 13.5 percent."Gonzales is located between New Orleans and Baton Rouge, which both have hi