Economic impact & significance
At Saratoga Associates, I helped prepare the City of Schenectady Parks Economic Impact Report and the Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center Community Impact Assessment. I worked on the analysis and reports and presented our findings to public officials.
In Schenectady, we examined economic activity associated with park operations alongside recreation, health, environmental benefits, and property values. Considering these contributions together gives the city a fuller account of its parks than an operating budget alone can provide.
In Tupper Lake, we examined the civic center's community use and its potential as a year-round facility. I presented that assessment to the school district's Board of Education in November 2025. I have also presented the Schenectady work to municipal and professional audiences, including the New York Conference of Mayors.
Reports & coverage
Schenectady City Parks Economic Impact Report
Project report · Saratoga Associates · PDF
The published study of Schenectady's municipal parks. My work included analysis, report writing, and presentations on the findings.
Study: TL Civic Center draws 5x economic value than it costs
By Chris Gaige
Coverage of the Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center assessment and my presentation to the school district's Board of Education.