The Providence Business News/Johnson & Wales executive poll is a weekly survey of 70 top business leaders throughout the state, representing small and large companies in a variety of industries and businesses.
QUESTION: Should state officials convene a panel of experts to study the feasibility of building a major airport somewhere in Rhode Island within the next couple of decades?
Yes: 20% No: 80%
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QUESTION: What kind of scenario would you most likely favor for T.F. Green Airport?
Extend the existing runways as proposed, but then slow any further development: 27%
Extend the existing runways as proposed, and proceed with further development: 67%
Curtail any future growth, continue to operate as is: 6%
QUESTION: If demand does call for another regional airport in New England over the next 20 years, where would prefer it to be built?
Western Massachusetts: 25% Nearby Connecticut: 17% Rural Rhode Island: 58%
QUESTION: Have you resumed regular air travel since the events of last Sept. 11?
Yes: 87% No: 13%
