"I wanted the capability to quickly run economic impact analysis in-house, whether it’s a quick back-of-the-envelope estimate or a more detailed economic contribution study. With IMPLAN, I can do both efficiently, without relying on expensive consultants or complicated, manual input-output models."

“Forty years ago when the harbor was first developed, we were clearly the pinnacle of any urban waterfront development. Since that time we’ve somewhat let that lapse and we’ve let other people exceed us, so it’s important for us to get back to that highest standard.”