Some Haines residents are skeptical of Haines Economic Development Corporation’s plan for a new economic development report, but board members say they are confident the results will be used to better the local economy.

Susan Bell and Jim Calvin of the McDowell Group presented their six-month plan Monday to produce an economic baseline report and a one-year and five-year action plan for Haines economic development.

About 50 residents came to the presentation Monday with questions.…