Dear Editor:

With a large number of issues on the ballot, it can often become confusing on the individual items. If you will allow me a few minutes of your time, I would like to explain succinctly why responsible Ouray citizens should vote yes on City of Ouray Ballot Issue 2A which imposes a 15% excise tax only on residential short term rentals or STRs. Bed and Breakfasts, STRs, and hotels are all commercial lodging establishments that generate profits. Yet, the privately-owned STRs have enjoyed ...