Bill Overview
Title: Senator James L. Buckley Seashore Designation Act
Description: This bill designates the Staten Island Unit of the Gateway National Recreation Area in New York as the Senator James L. Buckley Seashore.
Sponsors: Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]
Target Audience
Population: People who visit or utilize the Gateway National Recreation Area
Estimated Size: 1800000
- The bill specifically designates a seashore within the Staten Island Unit of the Gateway National Recreation Area.
- Gateway National Recreation Area is a popular destination for local residents and tourists alike, contributing to regional tourism and recreation.
- As a designation bill, it likely doesn't change the management or accessibility of the area significantly, but could influence branding and marketing efforts, potentially affecting visitation rates.
- Residents of Staten Island and New York City who use or work around this area may be more directly affected due to changes in branding, potential promotion, or minor bureaucratic adjustments.
- It doesn't directly impact international populations as the changes are local to New York.
Reasoning
- The policy's main impact is likely on visitors and local workers who are directly associated with the Gateway National Recreation Area and Staten Island, focusing on branding and marketing changes rather than structural or administrative transformations.
- Most general members of the New York City population may not notice significant changes unless they frequent the Recreation Area or are involved in tourism or park services.
- It is reasonable to anticipate a low to medium impact on individuals directly involved or frequent visitors, with potential benefits in local pride or increased tourism boosting local economy moderately and contributing to personal wellbeing.
Simulated Interviews
Park Ranger (Staten Island, NY)
Age: 32 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think the re-naming might bring a little more attention to the area, which could be a good thing for our programs.
- People might come because they hear about the new designation, which could make things busier but helpful for awareness of our conservation efforts.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
Small Business Owner (Brooklyn, NY)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Any policy that brings more folks to Staten Island is probably a good thing for business.
- Could be good to see more tourists dropping by and eventually visiting my cafe.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 4 |
Student (Staten Island, NY)
Age: 25 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm excited about anything that brings more recognition to our natural resources.
- It could mean more educational opportunities or even internships if the area sees more investment.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 5 |
Retired (Queens, NY)
Age: 63 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The name change doesn't really change much for me personally, but it might attract different kinds of visitors.
- I enjoy the tranquility and I hope it doesn't get too crowded.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 5 |
Marketing Executive (Manhattan, NY)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This creates new marketing angles for promoting Staten Island as a tourist destination.
- Could lead to more collaborations and ideas in my field.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Tour guide (Staten Island, NY)
Age: 29 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The redesignation could offer some fresh historical narratives to tell visitors.
- Might attract more interest in local tours, which is great for business.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
University Student (Jersey City, NJ)
Age: 21 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Could be an interesting case study for tourism management.
- Personally, it doesn't affect my daily life much as I don't visit often enough.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 4 |
Event Planner (Newark, NJ)
Age: 40 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Rebranding might spice things up with new event themes and promotional angles.
- Overall, it's a marginal change in my work, but new opportunities are always interesting.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
School Teacher (Bronx, NY)
Age: 56 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This could enrich the educational content for my students when discussing local landmarks.
- Not a drastic change, but potentially interesting for class trips.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
IT Freelancer (Staten Island, NY)
Age: 38 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 13/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Name change is interesting and might bring some upgrades, hopefully not too crowded though.
- The trails are already great, so any improvement is a bonus.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $150000 (Low: $100000, High: $250000)
Year 2: $150000 (Low: $100000, High: $250000)
Year 3: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 5: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 10: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 100: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Key Considerations
- Primary costs involve signage, marketing, and minor administrative updates.
- Benefits are largely indirect and related to potential tourism enhancements.
- The policy does not involve direct provision of services so annual costs are primarily in the first year.