State Fairpark's unfair image

[Deuce]

Originally Posted by Aerick

Crime really wasn't ever my concern, or at least not my biggest concern. My concerns have always been image, perception and atmosphere. All 3 of those items are demeaned by building at the fairpark in my opinion.

It was never crime for me either...
I have lived in some really big cities, in a couple of different countries, the fairpark area is a virtual pleasantville in comparison to some places.

My concern was with
1) availability of Trax and mass transit.
2) Atmosphere (Renovating a pig pen as opposed to A brand new stadium downtown)
3) Freeway Access.
4) Access to local businesses (shops, restaurants and downtown attractions.)

my $0.02

[Section 37]

I agree with Deuce. Access to local business is huge, and the fairpark is in the middle of a residential neighborhood (except North Temple).
And, as a former West High Panther, I know the neighborhood well and can vouch for its safety.
I can also vouch for the food at Red Iguana. The brightspot of North Temple's famous cuisine.

[Stucki]

I think that the fairpark would be a decent site for the stadium, especially if other development follows, but it is absolutely not my top choice.
I am getting to the point where I just want to know where it is.

* grammar cop strikes again

[clarette]

Originally Posted by Stucki

I am getting to the point where I just want to know where it is.

Same.

Just imagine how the Metros fans (all like 2 of them) feel. Ugh.