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Originally Posted by Trail Goer
The city of Laconia, has yet to go public with results from Alta's study, that they preformed over the winter. Much to my surprise however, I just came across this article that sheds light on a study that the railroad paid for. If the city ever decides to release the results of the study, one should be able to compare both.
"An analysis says the Hobo & Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad in New Hampshire accounts for more than $17.4 million in total economic impact annually."
https://www.visitwhitemountains.com/...gional-economy
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Would you honestly expect the study (paid for by the company that profits from its use) to have any negative connotations?
From the same article:
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$17.4 million dollars in total economic impact annually, and affects the equivalent of nearly 380 full and part time jobs in the restaurant, lodging, hospitality and retail sectors.
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Are we to believe that these trains are the sole reason the tourist/passengers visited the area? They made the reservations, booked their rooms etc. simply to come here and ride the hobo?
I did my own study many years ago.... The results.... 100% of "studies" are biased. Including mine of course!