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^^try this http://doubletree1.hilton.com/en_US/dt/hotel/CLELSDT-Doubletree-Hotel-Cleveland-Downtown-Lakeside-Ohio/index.do;jsessionid=462EE571E81CB252210158DD5A983FB7.etc21?brand_id=DT&brand_directory=/en/dt/&xch=334009953,YGC310RUMBX4CCSGBJC4D4Q

This link is to the thefrangosgroup.com website. Its kind of a rehash of College Town, nothing really new but something to read on a cold winters night http://www.thefrangosgroup.com/collegetown.html#

today: RTA responds to reader complaints about Euclid Avenue's new HealthLine Posted by Steven Litt / Plain Dealer Architecture Critic January 07, 2009 16:35PM Categories: Real Time News Some readers have criticized the Regional Transit Authority's HealthLine bus rapid transit corridor. The agency is addressing the common concern that drivers aren't stopping close enough to station platforms. The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority is thrilled that buses on its new Euclid Avenue HealthLine are crowded during rush hours. It's trying to get drivers to stop closer to platforms to eliminate a potentially dangerous gap over which riders have to step. And it says it saved $15 million by leaving the corners open on its bus shelters. continued at>>>> http://blog.cleveland.com/architecture/2009/01/rta_responds_to_readers_compla.html $15 mill--you gotta be kidding me. Give me about 10k and I will go over to home depot and have it fixed by the weekend...and still have money left over for dinner for 12 at Mortons.

^This must be exciting for all of those who work at the VA. I love the site plan and the design. I really like the bridge looking walkways. Very cool. You guys do allot of good work at the VA. You and those who desperately need this facility deserve it.

^I agree on the MOV situation. Hopefully it can be resolved.

It's all about expectations. The place is fine, nothing more nothing less. If you like Applebees or Chilis then you'll be ok. But what sets it apart from those other places is that they took a chance on downtown Cleveland while the other places didn't. So in that respect I will cut it some slack. Besides I like it so much better than what was there before-NOTHING.

This year, the four-year independent art college scrapped a lively and visually striking expansion design proposed by the internationally renowned architect Winy Maas, of the Dutch firm MVRDV. The reason? Too expensive. Too bad. I hope they explored every cost savings possible with the original design. I really liked this one.

Yes he was, and he continues his mediocre work for RTA. This guy gets allot of high profile work in this town and in my opinion has failed to deliver. He was also the AOR for both Browns stadium and the Q. I mean the Q I can live with but as far as CBS, he was the one who decided that 70,000 bright orange seats would look great. I cringe everytime I see them. As far as the shelters, how about RTA hunts down a sponsor and hang some heaters in those things. They could only run when they are occupied. Just a thought.

Although it was nice to see Euclid ave. looking as busy as NYC on Friday night, notice how cars are just ignoring the dedicated "bus lane". Throughout its design I was always hoping that the bus lane could somehow distinguish itself a little more from the car lane. I seem to remember in the original design the bus lane was to have a different look or texture than the auto lane, maybe by using a different color concrete or some type of different surface to it. But I guess that may have been part a victim of the value engineering. I wonder if this will be a problem on busy nights in the immediate downtown area, especially around PlayhouseSquare.

yeah thats what I thought as far as the evenings go, but at least its busy during lunch hour. It's hard to find a place downtown in the evening that's not a bar, where you can sit back, throw down some wine and have a conversation with someone without having to compete with loud music or a game that's on a tv big enough to pull your car in front of.

especially when the site is registered to one of Clevelands own: Dan T. Moore Co. 127 Public Square Suite 2700 oh well its the thought that counts. at least he is making an effort

Yes, you too can apply for TARP money from the feds. I know most will find this boring but below is the link to apply for TARP money from the federal goverment. It is kind of long, so go to the link if you want to read the whole thing. Pretty interesting. http://www.ustreas.gov/press/releases/reports/applicationguidelines.pdf Application Guidelines for TARP Capital Purchase Program This application is used to request participation in the Treasury Capital Purchase Program (CPP). Under the CPP, the U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury) may purchase qualifying capital in U.S. banking organizations. The application must be submitted to the appropriate Federal banking agency (FBA) for the applicant. If the applicant is a bank holding company, the application should be submitted to both the applicant's holding company supervisor and the supervisor of the largest insured depository institution controlled by the applicant. All inquiries regarding preparation of the application should be directed to the appropriate FBA for the applicant. All applications must be submitted no later than 5pm (EST), November 14, 2008... (go to link)

I went to the MarketCafe at the Amtrust building for the first time. Wow what a great space that is. It looks like they dumped a bunch of money into it. I hope the downtown community supports it. Does anyone know how they are doing, does it look like it will be successful? And are they open in the evening?

Information Systems/Engineering: Graphic Design Graphic Designer - Cleveland Cavaliers (Cleveland, OH) RESPONSIBILITIES: Designs a number of in-house advertising and collateral projects on the Macintosh workstation. Acts as creative consultant for other internal teams. Participates regularly in creative brainstorming and concept development. Regular Projects: 1. Assists Graphics Team with creative needs such as; postcards, print ads, brochures, posters, vouchers, flyers, etc. along with adhering to our brand identity standards. 2. Fulfilling all internal and external logo and photo requests; locating and scanning photos/slides; burning CDs; maintenance of graphics archives, etc. 3. Creation and update of Quicken Loans Arena weekly strip ad. 4. With statistical input from Public Relations, designs the four-page black and white Tipofff Tonight section that includes player rosters, information, player stats and marketing advertisements – these are created for every home game. 5. Occasional photography for any Marketing Team functions, game programs, etc. 6. Act as a liaison with the Corporate Sales Team to assist with creation of mockups for proposed entitlement signage. 7. Provide design assistance to Corporate Partners for their creative needs. 8. Assist Marketing Coordinator and Video Services Team with creation of stills/animations for outdoor video boards, LED signage and scoreboard. Qualifications: 1. Education/Experience: Bachelor of Fine Arts degree or art school training preferred. Knowledge of Macintosh programs: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, QuarkXPress, Acrobat and InDesign are preferred. Working knowledge of printing process a must. Minimum of one-year professional experience preferred. Related work experience in the sports industry is a plus. 2. Other Qualifications: Creativity, and must be able to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines with little direct supervision. Must be able to capture the excitement of basketball and entertainment through graphic design. Must be able to work will within a group environment. http://flashseats.teamworkonline.com/teamwork/jobs/jobs.cfm/Information-Systems-Engineering?supcat=892 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is from craigslist, so you might want to be cautious of it. But it sounds cool. Architectural Photographer (Cleveland Ohio) Reply to: [email protected] [?] Date: 2008-11-17, 5:10PM EST We require a Photographer for a long term freelance contract opportunity to shoot architectural photography within OH & MI. Our daily rate is 200.00+expenses On average we anticipate you will receive up to 15 assignments per month Due to our internal post production process photographers must have a Nikon D300 or Canon 5D If this position is of interest, contact [email protected] http://cleveland.craigslist.org/med/923161865.html

This continues to piss me off-I just hate to see 168 years go down the drain. Watch the video at the bottom-and there are others if you search NCB bailout on youtube. National City's bailout application never seriously considered Posted by Sabrina Eaton/Plain Dealer Bureau November 14, 2008 18:39PM Categories: Banks, Breaking News, Economy, Real Time News Mark Lennihan/Associated Press Interim Assistant Treasury Secretary Neel Kashkari speaks early this week at a news conference.WASHINGTON -- National City Bank's application for federal bailout funds never got serious consideration because the bank was too weak to survive anyway, a Treasury Department official testified Friday. Regulators who screen bailout applications decided not to send National City's application to the office that dispenses money, Interim Assistant Treasury Secretary Neel Kashkari told a House subcommittee chaired by Cleveland Democratic Rep. Dennis Kucinich. More at http://blog.cleveland.com/business/2008/11/national_citys_bailout_applica.html http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5GW2uh0k4A#

Is he from Cleveland? Scott Weiland- Missing Cleveland

Did someone say Rock-O-Meter?

Then why single Jackson out??? I am not sure what you are arguing here. You are saying that the mayor of a major American city plays no factor in the the building of a convention center on land that is owned by the city he governs.

Ameritrust developer seeks union financing Labor union pension funds could help finance a makeover of the former Ameritrust complex in downtown Cleveland. Local unions would get the construction jobs if groups they invest in keep the $200 million development alive. continued at>>>>> http://blog.cleveland.com/business/2008/11/ameritrust_developer_seeks_uni.html

You contradicted yourself. You should be placing the blame on the county commissioners, not Jackson. I hold everyone culpable who will find themselves posing for the photo-op with a pair of giant scissors waiting to cut the ribbon.

What does he have to do with the selection? or dealing with the MM folks? I understand it's a county project. But a leader is charged with keeping things moving. However he needs to get that done.

Are your above comments accurate? I don't want to pounce, but before (potentially) assigning blame, please make sure you know the proper players involved and accountable for this project. Well I just believe things start at the top. And Mayor Jackson, imo usually appears to be out of his league.

Barber College / 2546 Lorain Avenue / $4.95. You walk into that place, and its automatically 1957. It's a trip for sure.

Honest.Fair.Everywhere... Yeah I trust 19ActionNews about as far as I could throw Denise Dufala.

Chicago's Mart draws 33,000 people daily to its mammoth retail displays, shows and conventions. Wow, that is some crazy number. I just hope the mayor doesn't let the ball drop on this. We need a Chicago type mayor to get things done in this town, this guy is a sleep walk. Although I would prefer the mall site, we just need to get it done. Looking back it was critical that TaxinTim put the tax in place. Can you imagine trying to get financing done at this present time, it would set us back 5 years.