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Economic Feasibility Analysis Of Lion Country Safari Park In Missouri, Economics Research Associates
Economic Feasibility Analysis Of Lion Country Safari Park In Missouri, Economics Research Associates
Harrison "Buzz" Price Papers
In 1972, Lion Country Safari owned and operated animal parks in Florida, California, Texas, and Georgia. Encouraged by their success at these parks, they were evaluating additional markets in which to expand. One of the market areas that was under consideration was the Saint Louis area. A site west of Saint Louis was selected for a safari animal park. Economics Research Associates (ERA) was retained to evaluate the potential market support, and based on projected attendance, to determine the financial feasibility for such a park. The report has the following sections: 1) introduction, 2) summary of major conclusions, 3) site …
Planning Recommendations For Proposed New Haven Restaurant, Economics Research Associates
Planning Recommendations For Proposed New Haven Restaurant, Economics Research Associates
Harrison "Buzz" Price Papers
Dr. James W. Clark owned a successful restaurant operation in Wallingford, Connecticut. Because of its success, Dr. Clark was interested in building or acquiring a second, higher quality, restaurant in the greater New Haven area. Prior to final site selection and acquisition and the preparation of construction specifications for the facility Economics Research Associates (ERA) was hired to evaluate the overall project feasibility, recommend general areas of preferred location, and to provide planning recommendations relative to market orientation, project sizing, décor, format, and menu, and expected financial return to the operator. ERA performed the following tasks: 1) examination of various …
Economic Feasibility Of A Major Theme Park In Toronto (Genesis Of Canada's Wonderland), Economics Research Associates
Economic Feasibility Of A Major Theme Park In Toronto (Genesis Of Canada's Wonderland), Economics Research Associates
Harrison "Buzz" Price Papers
In 1972, Conklin Shows was investigating the development of a major theme amusement park in Ontario, Canada. Four tentative sites were being considered: near Brantford, Galt, Milton, and at the Toronto Zoo. The envisioned concept of the park was generally similar in type and scope of development to the Six Flags parks and Cedar Point--that is, a family-oriented attraction featuring permanent rides and other entertainment facilities built around a unifying theme of the history, culture, and love of Ontario province. Prior to making definitive commitments involving site acquisition , financing, and design, management recognized that a professional study of the …
Economic Feasibility Study For Circus World, Economics Research Associates
Economic Feasibility Study For Circus World, Economics Research Associates
Harrison "Buzz" Price Papers
Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey was considering the development of a new winter headquarters near Orlando, Florida for its travelling units. The company was also considering a major circus themed attraction, tentatively called “Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus World referred to hereafter as Circus World that would feature circus shows and many other interesting and interesting facets of the Circus World both modern and historic that could not be presented by the travelling circus units. In 1972, Ringling retained the Economics Research Associates (ERA) to study the economic feasibility of Circus World, develop planning guidelines for its implementation, and …
Revised Economic Projections For Sea World -- Florida, Economics Research Associates
Revised Economic Projections For Sea World -- Florida, Economics Research Associates
Harrison "Buzz" Price Papers
In 1972, Sea World was proceeding with plans to develop a water-oriented theme park on property located within five miles of Disney World on Interstate 4 in Orange County, Florida. It was Sea World’s intention to capitalize on the expected large influx of tourists brought to the area by Disney World. Sea World’s concept is to bring together the best elements of its San Diego and Ohio parks with a distinct identity and a level of quality similar to that of Disney World. The capital expenditure of the park was estimated at approximately $12 million. Economics Research Associates was retained …