Excelsior Springs residents will have an opportunity today to weigh in on a proposed tourism-related guest tax before city council members consider placing the measure on the August ballot.  The special meeting is scheduled for 9 a.m. today, May 22, at the Hall of Waters, where council members will consider an ordinance calling for an election on the proposed 5% transient guest tax. According to city information provided ahead of the meeting, the tax would apply to overnight lodging accommodations, including hotels, motels, bed-and-breakfast establishments and short-term rentals such as Airbnb and Vacation Rentals by Owner (VRBO) properties. Residents attending the meeting will have an opportunity to comment on the proposed ordinance and ballot question before council members vote.  City materials state the proposed tax would be paid by overnight visitors staying in Ex...