Focus Term: Economic Impact
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New Study Illustrates Economic Potential of the Great American Rail-Trail
May 17, 2022
Great American Rail-Trail, the nation’s first cross-country multiuse trail, will unlock more than $229 million in spending each year.
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Regional Trail Network Creates New Recreation and Active Transportation Access for Millions of Bay Area Residents, With Potential Statewide Economic Impact of $6.6 Billion Annually
January 12, 2022
RTC calls for $2 billion investment in connected trails and active transportation infrastructure, advancing regional trail network.
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New Report Finds 35-Mile Citywide Trail System Can Generate Millions in Economic Opportunity and Inclusive Growth in Baltimore
October 15, 2020
Investment in Baltimore Greenway Trails Network will connect 75 neighborhoods with safe, healthy transportation and recreation options.
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Capital Trails Network Cost Estimate
November 20, 2019
This cost estimate is the next step in supporting the completion of the Capital Trails Network and providing safe access to reliable transportation and open space for the more than 6 million people in the region.
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New Research Finds Public Investment in Trails, Walking and Biking Infrastructure Delivers Potential Economic Benefits of $138.5 Billion Annually
October 15, 2019
RTC's newest study, “Active Transportation Transforms America,” provides nation’s most comprehensive analysis of trails.
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11th Street Bridge Park Equitable Development Plan
September 04, 2018
A key goal of the 11th Street Bridge Park is to serve as an anchor for equitable and inclusive economic growth.
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Parkersburg to Pittsburgh Rail-Trail: Bringing a world-class trail network to West Virginia
April 06, 2018
The 238-mile Parkersburg to Pittsburgh rail-trail is already nearly 80 percent complete; just a few short gaps exist in West Virginia.
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D&H Rail-Trail: User Survey and Economic Impact Analysis (
December 31, 2017
RTC conducted this study of the users of the 38-mile D&H Rail-Trail under a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
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Mon River Trail System Economic Impact
August 01, 2017
The Mon River Trail System Economic Impact study revealed the system’s impact on the region and Monongalia County’s growing economy.
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Business Impact of Mon River Trails System
April 04, 2017
This report summarizes a study of the business impact of the Mon River Trails System in north-central West Virginia.