Understanding interconnectivity within communities.

Local economies are living entities, where altering one characteristic can affect others in unexpected ways. RPI Consulting takes the guesswork out of planning by forecasting change factors that guide informed decision making. Our analytical capabilities span studies examining the impact of changes in public recreation assets, public amenities and proposals from the oil and gas industry.

By looking at the details – financial implications, feasibility, revenue estimates, market demand and more – we help local governments and planners shape their communities in intelligent and positive ways. Our work behind the scenes even influences public perception of improvements through messaging echoed in public relations and outreach efforts.

Past Projects:
City of Montrose, CO; Dallas, TX; Durango, CO; Durango Business Improvement District, CO; Lake Nighthorse, CO; Montgomery, AL; San Juan National Forest, CO; Southern Ute Tribe Growth Fund, CO; St. Lawrence County, NY; Van Alstyne, TX; Yucca Valley, CA & Joshua Tree National Park

CASE STUDIES

RPI Consulting conducted all of the operating, market and economic impact analysis of proposed water and shore-based recreation for this $500-million-dollar Bureau of Reclamation reservoir project. Our approach to understanding the full spectrum of impacts determined the future of reservoir management, possible phasing scenarios and recreation mixes, in addition to helping local and regional communities better understand what recreation use at Lake Nighthorse means to local economies.

Services provided:

  • Local, Regional and Statewide Market Study
  • Operations Costs and Expenditures Analysis
  • Direct Economic Impact Analysis
  • Local and Regional Economic Impact Analysis of Visitor Secondary Spending

This RPI project detailed the likely local economic development impact to municipalities due to expansion of Joshua Tree National Park into an area controlled by the Bureau of Land Management. By analyzing the potential results of minimal and modest investment in campground and trailhead facilities, we validated the possible gain of hundreds of millions of dollars.