TPO Accepts Economic Analysis: Trails Generate Millions in Local Output, Staff Urges Connectivity
TPO staff presented an economic analysis estimating roughly $9.9M in annual output from the current trail network and up to $21M under a connected expansion; staff said connectivity, maintenance and land‑use integration are key to realizing benefits and the board received the report.
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TPO staff presented an economic analysis on Aug. 12 finding that Hillsborough County’s existing multiuse trails generate measurable economic benefits today and larger gains if the network becomes more connected. Jenna Gordon, TPO staff, said the analysis used trail counters, local spending benchmarks and economic models to estimate current and future impacts.
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