The City of Burleson is calling for proposals for tourism-related projects that are specifically designed to attract overnight visitors to the area. The city will provide grants from the Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax revenue generated within the Burleson city limits.
The city’s use of funds collected through the Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax is governed by Chapter 351 of the Texas Tax Code. The funds primary use is intended to benefit the convention and hotel industries through the
promotion of tourism to the city.
Last year the city granted money to support: The Heritage Foundation for the Visitor’s Information Center and Museum, historical preservation of the rail cars, advertising of Old Town Burleson, BTX Brew Fest, Vineyard Vibes, City on a Hill and numerous other events funded by the Visit Burleson sponsorship.
The city accepts applications from organizations seeking funds to be used in the development and promotion of tourism-related activities that are designed to promote tourism and attract overnight visitors in the City of Burleson. A selection committee, comprised of senior city staff and local hoteliers, will make a recommendation to City Council for approval.
The deadline for application is April 11, 2025 at 5:00 P.M.
The complete grant timeline is as follows:
• April 1 – Announce the HOT/MOT Process via press release
• April 11 – HOT/MOT applications due
• April 14 – Staff reviews for compliance/completeness and gives comments to applicant
• April 16 – Applicant to respond with any corrections
• April 21 – Review Committee to agree on projects/amounts to recommend
• April 23– Applicant notified if committee intends to recommend project for award
• June 16 – Applications presented to city council for 2025-2026 Awards
A downloadable PDF version is available
here.
Hand-delivered applications will be accepted during regular business hours at City Hall Annex, 135 W. Ellison Street, Suite 109 (second floor), Burleson, TX 76028.