BOURNE – A third-party study on the impact that the Massachusetts Maritime Academy has on the Town of Bourne is almost complete.
Selectmen will review the study shortly after its completion.
MMA President Francis McDonald told the board at a recent meeting that results were positive.
“As an example, we bring more than 10,000 visitors to the town annually. In fact, our visiting nights data was used as part of the financing of the Hampton Inn,” he explained.
McDonald also detailed volunteer efforts done by both students and faculty. He said that 90 Bourne-based employees of MMA spent around $5 million annually.
“We consider the relationship with the town to be a partnership,” McDonald said.
“I firmly believe that by working together, we can advance the initiatives for all and advance the prosperity for our students and town residents alike.”
Moving forward, McDonald is hopeful the onshore wind program planned for the school will bring more workers to Bourne.
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