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A 2% hotel surcharge funds marketing to attract visitors and conventions, which could prove to be important during Salt Palace construction.

Salt Palace remodeling could begin in 2027, impacting conventions and tourism.

Salt Lake County's tourism generates $6.15 billion annually, boosting local economy significantly.

SALT LAKE CITY — Business and tourism experts are planning now for major disruptions expected when construction begins as early as 2027 to a remodel of the Salt Palace Convention Center.

However, they believe an agreement reached two years ago could help them navigate through the multiyear effort to redesign the convention center as part of a larger sports, entertainment, culture and convention district plan in downtown Sa

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