Amusement Parks

American youth have fewer healthy outputs to release their natural energy today than ever before. With the proliferation of video games and the popularity of computers and television, more and more young people are staying indoors when they could be playing outside. Combined with poor eating habits, obesity is a chronic and serious problem in America. One of the most practical solutions to this problem is to fund more community services and facilities that will encourage youth to get outside and play more often. I propose to the board of directors that we construct an amusement park partly based on my belief that amusement parks offer healthy, fun outlets for kids.

Amusement parks have also historically been profitable endeavors. While not all amusement parks will make as many waves as Disney World or Disney Land, or the Six Flags chain, many smaller parks enjoy tantalizingly high revenues. Arizona is ripe for new amusement park: we have a lot of undeveloped land, a growing population of young families, and already existing tourist attractions. The existence of already-existing tourist attractions is one of the reasons why I believe an amusement park in Arizona would be financially successful.

Our board of directors should sponsor the endeavor because it will give us the opportunity to promote our company and make our name a household word. We will not only enjoy direct revenues from the park but also spillover revenues from increased sales due to advertising. Moreover, through the amusement park we will form new business ties with a wide range of companies, from food and service industries to construction and land development corporations. Our existing business ties will be strengthened. The amusement park will also strengthen our local economy by bolstering the tourism industry, bringing new hotels, restaurants, and other businesses.

The amusement park will be the only one of its kind in the state. I envision a theme park that will promote the symbolism of the Southwest, including rides and games evocative of the Wild West and the glory of the desert. Because an amusement park would improve the health and well-being of our citizens, improve our local economy, and benefit the company financially, I strongly recommend commencing construction immediately.