The unofficial tally was 1,330 to 1,023, or 56.5 percent in favor and 43.5 percent opposed. Voter turnout was about 68 percent.
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Utopia Studios, based in Melville, N.Y., intends to build movie studios, a climate-controlled theme park, hotels and an arts school on the former Norwich Hospital property. The developers estimate the attractions would bring 8 million to 10 million visitors a year and employ 22,000 workers.
The vote ended nearly three years of discussions, negotiations and planning. Preston officials now will sign a 300-page agreement to develop the 419-acre site.(AP)
I'm glad the voters approved this project. If it's successful, it'll give a needed boost to the region's economy. This has been dragging on for a long time. I hope work can start soon.
Source
"Voters approve eastern Connecticut studio, theme park idea." Associated Press 23 May, 2006.
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This is very exciting for all of Connecticut and a real boost to South Eastern Connecticut.
Yes!
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