It’s almost election day in Wichita Falls and one of the things on the ballot would bring some much needed help to the MPEC and Memorial Auditorium.

The hotel motel tax is the tax paid to the city when someone stays in a hotel in Wichita Falls. If a two percent increase is approved by voters, that money helps the city’s venues become more attractive, all without costing taxpayers a dime.

“There are some improvements that are needed that are big ticket items,” MPEC General Manager Michael Tipton said.

Read more about the proposed hotel/motel tax here.