Visitors staying at hotels in Auburn will soon pay a new city tax, according to The Citizen.
The 2025-26 New York state budget includes legislation authorizing Auburn to impose an occupancy tax of up to 5%, following a push from city officials and state Sen. Rachel May.
City leaders estimate the tax could generate $500,000 annually, helping address a nearly $3 million budget shortfall.
The tax will be added to Cayuga County’s existing occupancy tax, joining similar efforts in cities like Syracuse and Ithaca.
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