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Response 2,1 : Why would tourists travel to Kittitas County to attend your evenUactivity/facility? * <br />Roslyn draws visitation from the history buff to the recreationalisi, eclectic fun seekers, welcoming family-friendly, fun experience <br />for all ages. We will be uiilizing the recommendations from ihe Arnett Muldrow market analysis and downtown master plan to <br />continue our strategic messaging to travelers who are considering visiting Roslyn. <br />2024 <br />Per the KC Chambers Tourism Office - the RDA uses a conservative average annual number of visitors at 225 per week (more <br />during peak season. less during the slow season) lo accommodate for an average throughout the year and calculates at 25% <br />staying overnighi (30% of travelers are leisure travelers: 275 travelers x 52 weeks = 14,352 Annual hotel stays. 662 annual hotel <br />stays x $127.89 (avg daily rate; STAR Report for the county accommodations) = $84,663 in hotel spending. <br />25n0 eharacter lirrit <br />Response 2.2: Describe the prior success of your evenUactivity/facility to attract tourists. * <br />Estimates (KC Chambers Tourism Office) indicate that over half of our event attendees traveled from 50 miles away or more in <br />2024, a trend we anticipate will continue inio 2025 and beyond. This year, we successfully hosted our live interactive educational <br />events, shows, cooking classes, and iours of Roslyn. These offerings attracted approximately 500 additional guests to Roslyn, <br />generating a lot of enihusiasm. <br />Additionally, on October 121h,2023, the RDA-commissioned sculpture was unveiled - the Creator's Law sculpture in Roslyn <br />Pioneer Park is a significant aiiraciion, drawing considerable tourism to the area. This impressive sculpture enhances the park's <br />beauty and serues as a profound reminder of the cultural heritage it represents. The RDA hosts a special event annually in <br />collaboration with the Yakama Nation, offering visitors a unique opportunity to engage with their vibrant history and traditions. <br />During this event, the Yakama Nation shares the story of lhe Creator's Laws. immersing attendees in their rich narrative while <br />showcasing their heritage's artistry and cultural significance. The celebration features captivating performances by Yakama <br />Nation drummers and dancers, adding rhythm and energy to the occasion and fostering a deeper appreciation for Native culture <br />among visitors. <br />The Kittitas County Chamber has been tremendously helpful in providing valuable support and sharing county-wide tourism data <br />that informs our efforts. The RDA will continue to assess the results of our marketing initiaiives and their impact on the <br />community. Throughout the year, we expenence everyday successes that inspire travelers to return. These successes reflect the <br />prosperity of each downtown business owner and contribute to the overall economic development of Kitiitas County. <br />As an all-volunteer Washington Siate Main Street designated community, we focus on Promotion, Organization, Design, and <br />economic development. The RDA is committed to realizing Roslyn's full potential and we strive to keep pace wilh our rapidly <br />growing region. We utilize effective promotion and destination marketing to consistently tell Roslyn's compelling story and <br />ensure year-over-year growth in atiracting visitors. <br />2500 clra.acler limit <br />Application Questions: Part 2 o <br />3l lmpact