Tourism Promotion Committee

Committee Overview


The Silverton Tourism Promotion Committee (TPC) is an appointed committee of the City of Silverton, formed in 2008.

The TPC meets as needed, to review and provide recommendations to the City Council regarding grant applications promoting tourism in Silverton. The grant funds come from a percentage of the Transient Occupancy Tax the City receives according to City ordinance and state statute. 

The TPC is made up of eight (8) seats, consisting of one representative from the following entities: a Silverton Mural Society Board Member; Homer Davenport Community Festival Board Member; Silverton Chamber of Commerce Board Member; Silverton Fine Arts Association Board Member; Bed & Breakfast Owner/Operator; Hotel Owner/Operator; a City Council Member; and an At-Large Appointee. Appointed members serve for a three-year term.

Meetings


The committee typically meets in the spring and fall to review grant applications.

Grant Approval Criteri

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  • Provide a detailed description of your event/project
  • Describe how this event/project promotes tourism and economic development
  • Explain how you will increase the number of overnight stays
  • Explain how you will track the overnight stays
  • Submit a detailed budget, listing all funding including other sponsorships
  • Demonstrate a Return on Investment

Committee Members


  • Silverton Mural Society 
    Board Member
  • Homer Davenport
    Community Festival 
    Board Member
  • Silverton Chamber of Commerce
    Board Member
  • Silverton Fine Arts Association
    Board Member
  • Bed & Breakfast Owner/Operator
  • Hotel Owner/Operator
  • City Council Member
    Kyle Palmer
  • At-Large Appointee
    Dylan Frederick

Meeting Agendas, Packets & Minutes


Agendas are available prior to meetings.
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Minutes are available following approval.
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