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Mass.Migration, Robert A. Nakosteen, Michael Goodman, Dana Ansel, Robert Lacey, Rebecca Loveland, James Palma, Alexandra Proshina, Rachel Deyette Werkema

Robert A Nakosteen

Examining the flow of people moving into and out of Massachusetts over the last decade reveals a state in transition. Our analysis of the Census 2000 data shows that native-born middle-class families are migrating in increasing numbers to other New England states, while smaller numbers of highly educated, highly mobile professionals are arriving in Massachusetts. But, with many choices about where to work and live, there is no guarantee that these workers will make the Bay State their permanent home.

In this respect, Massachusetts is no different from other states with knowledge economies. It is increasingly dependent upon a supply …

An Experimental Analysis Of Compliance Behavior In Emissions Trading Programs: Some Preliminary Results, James J. Murphy, John K. Stranlund

John K. Stranlund

While there is a substantial body of economic theory about compliance and enforcement in emissions trading programs, and readily available information about how existing emissions trading programs are enforced, there are no empirical analyses of the determinants of compliance decisions in emissions trading programs. This paper contains preliminary results from laboratory experiments designed to examine compliance behavior in emissions trading programs.

The Fiscal Impact Of New Housing Development In Massachusetts: A Critical Analysis, Robert A. Nakosteen Ph.D., James Palma Aicp, Rebecca Loveland Mrp, Michael Goodman Ph.D., Alexandra Proshina, Pamela Miller, Robert Lacey

Robert A Nakosteen

There has been a great deal of news recently about the rising prices of housing in Massachusetts. There have been 380 articles in the past year on housing in the Boston Globe alone, according to Lexis-Nexis, and most of these discuss the lack of, construction of, or need for affordable housing units.1 One of the reasons cited for the increase in housing prices is the lack of construction of new housing units in all price ranges.

Virtually all new housing construction in Massachusetts is controlled and regulated at the local level. Within the confines of state law, municipalities have the …

Exogenous Targeting Instruments With Heterogeneous Agents, John M. Spraggon

John M. Spraggon

This paper investigates the ability of ambient pollution instruments to induce a group of heterogeneous agents to choose a target outcome. Six controlled laboratory sessions were conducted with heterogeneous agents facing ambient pollution instruments with lump sum or proportional fines and bonuses. Sessions are compared with a study of these exogenous targeting instruments and homogenous agents using complete information and certainty [25]. The data show that contracts can indeed be developed that induce heterogeneous groups to choose the target outcome; however, substantial inefficiency and inequality were observed.

Population Change, Housing, And Local Finance, Robert A. Nakosteen, James R. Palma

Robert A Nakosteen

There is broad agreement that affordable housing is one of the most pressing problems facing the Commonwealth. Attracting a qualified labor force to the state is challenging, since housing prices are high and rising quickly. One important aspect of increasing the supply of housing in Massachusetts is the role played by municipal governments. In a sense, all housing development decisions in the state start at the municipal level. Many municipalities are reluctant to approve significant new housing projects because of their fear that the costs generated by new housing will outstrip the tax revenues generated. In fact, the relationship between …

Media Management At Sport Events For Destination Promotion:Case Studies And Concepts, Sheranne Fairley, Donald Getz

Sheranne Fairley

The imputed links between media coverage of sport events and induced demand for host cities and destinations are discussed. Because it is so difficult to prove a causal link between media coverage and new demand, attention to improving media management of events is warranted. In this research case studies of media management for sport events in Gold Coast, Australia, were employed to assess stakeholder collaboration and media management methods. Practical implications are derived, and concepts are advanced for improved media management. In particular, the need for, and methods of, coordinated co-branding of events and destinations are examined. Research needs and …