One of the things that struck me when I went to the open house on July 8th was the number of local business people in attendance. Many of them are curious about the impact the park opening will have on their businesses. To discuss that impact a Legoland Florida Host City Forum was held at the Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce yesterday.
Tom Wodrich, principal planner for Polk County Land Development Division, and Erin Tilghman, planning manager for the city of Winter Haven, each gave a presentation about projected impacts from Legoland Florida.
Tilghman’s presentation focused on the study area surrounding Legoland, including Cypress Gardens Boulevard and U.S. Highway 27. She said Cypress Gardens Boulevard is the gateway into Winter Haven and 255,000 people travel on the road every day.
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Wodrich’s presentation focused on the amenities in Legoland Florida and the business opportunities available in the surrounding area of the theme park. He talked about miniature golf, hotels and restaurants as some of the opportunities that could capitalize off of the visitors to Legoland Florida.
Groups were given the opportunity to discuss several topics, and I want to give you the opportunity to discuss some of those questions here.
- How can Winter Haven become the best Legoland host city in the world?
- How does Winter Haven preserve and enhance entryways and prevent visual chaos?
- How can Winter Haven be an effective marketing partner?
Feel free to offer your thoughts, and any additional questions, in the comments.
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