LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Clark County has installed a rotating marquee on the Las Vegas Strip stating that tipping is not required, prompting mixed reactions from street performers who rely on tips from tourists.
The county put up the digital billboard over the weekend. FOX5 previously reported on changes made by the county because of pressure related to tipping practices on the Strip, particularly near the Welcome to Las Vegas sign.
Performers voice concerns
FOX5 received thousands of reactions on social media to the county’s “tipping not required” message, displayed on large digital billboards. Some commenters said the signage could affect how much money performers take home.
Adel, a performer whose Cirque du Soleil show was canceled during COVID-19, came to the Strip to make a living and support his family. He said he worries the new signs could affect his income…