Bill Overview
Title: A bill to designate the outdoor amphitheater at the Blue Ridge Music Center in Galax, Virginia, as the "Rock Boucher Amphitheater".
Description: This bill designates the outdoor amphitheater at the Blue Ridge Music Center, located at 700 Foothills Road in Galax, Virginia, as the Rick Boucher Amphitheater.
Sponsors: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA]
Target Audience
Population: People attending or involved with activities at the Blue Ridge Music Center amphitheater
Estimated Size: 340000
- The bill involves naming an amphitheater, which is a venue for music and cultural events.
- The immediate impact is local and concerns those who visit or work at the Blue Ridge Music Center in Galax, Virginia.
- The naming of a venue may have cultural or sentimental significance to those familiar with Rick Boucher or the local community.
- The Blue Ridge Music Center is part of a national park, suggesting its use by tourists, which broadens potential impact slightly beyond immediate locals.
Reasoning
- This policy primarily affects those attending or involved with activities at the Blue Ridge Music Center, which limits direct impact to a localized group.
- The role of budget is limited to potential promotional activities or minor infrastructural adjustments related to renaming the amphitheater.
- Naming an amphitheater after a person (Rick Boucher) may hold cultural significance, especially for locals familiar with him, affecting their perceived value of attending events.
- Wellbeing impacts would be most noticeable in those who have stronger affiliations with the named individual or the venue itself.
- Considering both tourists and locals who might visit the music center, there will be some level of national interest, though marginal outside Virginia.
Simulated Interviews
Musician (Galax, Virginia)
Age: 48 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I've known Rick Boucher for years; he did a lot for the arts here.
- It's great to see a venue recognize his contributions.
- I think it might draw a bit more interest to our events.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Retired teacher (Charlottesville, Virginia)
Age: 63 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think naming it after Rick Boucher is a fitting tribute.
- It might not directly change my experience, but I appreciate the recognition.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Event planner (Charlotte, North Carolina)
Age: 29 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This won't impact my work much.
- As an event planner, names don't necessarily draw more audiences, feeds into the local culture though.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Tourist (Washington, D.C.)
Age: 34 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm visiting for the natural beauty more than the music center.
- Naming a part of it won't impact my experience much, interesting history nonetheless.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
College student (Roanoke, Virginia)
Age: 22 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- A meaningful name can enrich an experience.
- As a student, learning the legacy behind names is valuable.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Retired (Galax, Virginia)
Age: 70 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a nice way to remember Rick and his contributions.
- Those of us who knew him feel proud.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Journalist (Richmond, Virginia)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'll probably write a piece on it, a story like this resonates with local pride.
- It adds a chapter to the community's history.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Local historian (Hillsville, Virginia)
Age: 56 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Naming important locations like this helps in preserving history.
- It's a small yet significant cultural marking.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Tour operator (Johnson City, Tennessee)
Age: 37 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Naming won't affect my tours directly, it's a point of interest more than anything.
- Could use it as a talking point during tours.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Local business owner (Galax, Virginia)
Age: 61 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's nice for our little town, a potential draw for tourism.
- Good for business, if it sparks more events.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $5000 (Low: $1000, High: $10000)
Year 2: $5000 (Low: $1000, High: $10000)
Year 3: $5000 (Low: $1000, High: $10000)
Year 5: $5000 (Low: $1000, High: $10000)
Year 10: $5000 (Low: $1000, High: $10000)
Year 100: $5000 (Low: $1000, High: $10000)
Key Considerations
- The symbolic importance of honoring Rick Boucher with the amphitheater's name.
- The minimal fiscal implications due to the nature of the changes proposed.