Las Vegas is where the “no tax on tips” movement took off. Now county officials are reminding visitors they don’t have to leave one at all.
On Oct. 16, Clark County began rotating a new message across the digital marquees on the Strip: “When watching performances or taking a photo, Tipping is NOT Required,” followed by “If you feel harassed, look for a nearby police officer, or call 911.” Commissioner Michael Naft confirmed the rollout, and the county says the PSA will stay up for as long as it’s useful.
‘Tipping is not required’ signs added to Las Vegas Strip after showgirl impersonator brawl over $20 pic.twitter.com/SlroRGjdwJ
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The warning follows a Sept. 30 confrontation outside Planet Hollywood that began with a couple’s $20 payment for pictures with showgirl impersonators.
According to a Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department arrest report obtained by FOX5, North Carolina visitors Eric Richards and Merihazel Walters were walking away when performer Jennifer Ortiz allegedly followed them and demanded between $60 and $180. Investigators say Ortiz struck Richards with a high-heeled boot, leaving a nearly two-inch cut on his forehead…