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It has long been held that the Washington County Fair, and the activities that take place on its fairgrounds, have a major economic impact on the local economy. For the first time, research data supports this claim, officials for the Washington County Fair announced.
\nThe New York Association of Agricultural Fairs, in partnership with Dutchess, Erie, Jefferson and Washington County fairs, contracted Camoin Associates of Saratoga Springs to conduct studies at the aforementioned fairs.<\/p>\n

Officials said the results are conclusive and the Washington County Fair generates over $8 million in new visitor spending (new visitor is someone that lives outside of the county,) creates 181 jobs and adds over $442,000 in tax revenues. These numbers drive home the point that the county fair and fairgrounds is an economic engine for the local economy.
\n“We are committed to serving our county and carrying out our mission of educating the public about agriculture at the Washington County Fair,” said fair manager, Mark St. Jacques.<\/p>\n

“It is heartening to know that of the 135,000 annual visitors to all the events hosted by the fairgrounds, over 94,000 (visitors) are coming from outside the county, “said St. Jacques.
\nEvents hosted at the fairgrounds include the annual Washington County Fair, two Washington County Antique Fair and Flea Markets, Bark for Life Cancer Walk, Memorial Day Van Group, Antique Truck Show, Antique Tractor Pull, Dog Agility Competition, and the Southern Adirondack Fiber Festival.<\/p>\n

To view the full report, visit http:\/\/camoinassociates.com\/documents\/FinalReport-EconImpactofWashingtonFairgrounds-WCF.pdf<\/p>\n

The 2013 Washington County Fair runs from Aug. 19-25. The Southern Adirondack Fiber Festival runs Oct. 5-6. For other events and information, visitwashingtoncountyfair.com.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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