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Committee debates scope of economic study tied to performance‑hall moratorium
Summary
Members discussed whether to commission an external economic‑impact study focused on downtown benefits or a targeted analysis of effects on small independent venues; staff said applicant studies exist but a consultant would likely be needed for a detailed, independent model.
The committee opened a multi‑part discussion of the existing performance‑hall moratorium and whether the council should commission an economic assessment that specifically examines impacts on independent venues and the local creative economy.
"A venue like this is going to have a very positive impact on the local economy," said Greg Watson, director of Housing & Economic Development, while acknowledging staff capacity to run full modeling in‑house is limited…
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