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Shred Central: Estimating the user benefits associated with large public skateparks

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  • Thomas Kemp

    (Department of Economics, University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire, Eau Claire, WI, US)

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Skateparks, often called 'wheel parks,' are becoming increasingly common within communities worldwide. Despite this growth in parks, estimates show that the development of parks needs to catch up to users. Using a count data travel cost model, we estimate the adult user benefits associated with the Lauridsen Skatepark in Des Moines, Iowa – the largest in the United States. We estimate adult user benefits to be $61 per user per day and roughly $488,000 annually. This work contributes to the literature by being the first study to use econometric techniques to estimate skatepark user benefits. Second, we develop a simple and easy-to-apply method to assist municipalities in determining community skatepark needs. Third, our results support the literature showing that skateboarders are increasingly diverse.

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  • Thomas Kemp, 0. "Shred Central: Estimating the user benefits associated with large public skateparks," Journal of Economic Analysis, Anser Press, vol. 0(1), pages 1-1.
    • Handle: RePEc:bba:j00001:v:0:y::i:1:p:1-:d:330
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