3 Dog Pat

Don't forget the Latin Grammys, as if you could

Seal the deal to whom? Obviously if people are already interested in signing leases, obviously they think the project if viable. Perhaps scarcity of available floorspace is pushing people to sign up early rather than wait. Just because it is bigger does not mean it is better. If size were the only issue, Randal Park Mall would be thriving and Beachwood Place would be struggling. That is not how that turned out. Until there are facts stating that the MM building can not be expanded, or that companies are choosing not to join the Cleveland MM because it is too small, can we please give this a rest?

I just wanted to note that the Rock Hall seems to have been an important marketing tool in getting the Games here. "My Games Rock" is the initial answer to "Why Cleveland?" Of course, once they leave we hope they discover all of the charms of the city, and get the word out. Until then, the city that rocks ain't such a bad reputation. The investment the community put into the Rock Hall will be paid back 100 fold

[glow=red,2,300]CONGRATULATIONS!!! [/glow] The random good stories about Cleveland are becoming more frequent, and becoming a mosaic for the outside world to view our community. Thanks for contributing to it, I wish you continued success!!!

^this is barely on topic, but does the airport get a cut of revenue from the hotel, and restaurants inside?

Issue 3 will hurt businesses near casinos, group of restaurants, bars says By Reginald Fields September 30, 2009, 6:30AM Columbus -- A study released Tuesday by a statewide bar and restaurant group rips a four-casino proposal for over-promising on jobs and local aid that gambling could bring to Ohio's largest cities, including Cleveland. The Ohio Licensed Beverage Association commissioned the study by four professors from Hiram College to blow holes in Issue 3, the constitutional amendment on the Nov. 3 ballot backed by Cleveland Cavaliers majority owner Dan Gilbert. ... more at Cleveland.com

Is the hypotetical mart, that has no financing, dedicated to medical devices? Why do you feel it is small. Are you an "expert"? MMPI are experts. Bigger doesn't always mean better.

^the city: no the suburbs: no the exurbs: yes

I bartended in Chicago when then games were held there, and it was a big boost to tourism then. If we get half of the people, it will be HUGE for CLE businesses

Thank you Cleveland Synergy Foundation for your work on behalf of the city!!! Rocknroller, is your friend still with the group? When I first heard of the event, I didn't think we had a legitamate shot, since the games were so close being in Chicago not long ago. Glad they didn't ask my opinion!

Just to be clear, this is closer to a traditional aquarium like a small version of the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago rather than the Landry's restaurant "Aquarium", right? http://www.aquariumrestaurants.com/flash_content/flash_content.html

That is just painful

Since the MM is above ground, I can't see why not. IIRC, that was one of the knocks of the TC site, that it couldn't be easily expanded. Let's get it built first, then worry about expansion :)

I'm sorry for your family's loss

What has he done besides buying a basketball team and bringing a few hundred jobs to the city. Has he done anything that will benefit the community more than himself? Off the top of my head here are some people who have done more for the city and are better leaders The Gund family, see the foundation Peter Lewis with his support of the arts and Case Toby Cosgrove as the face of the Cleveland Clinic Michael Symon Lillian Kuri Peter Lawson Jones (and I am not even a fan of his) Price and Corna of Stonebridge and 668 fame Iris and the late Bert Wolstien Chris Royanne HELL, SAM MILLER..... I am sorry if I am jumping down your throat, but I have seen posts like these on cleveland.bomb and I just don't get it. Either these people work and love working for Gilbert, or they just don't know the caliber of leadership in this town. I have nothing against Dan Gilbert. But, really, what is there to be for? Here is an example of what I was trying to say. This is the Gund foundation list of Cleveland initiatives they are funding. Does this mean that Dan Gilbert is a bad guy? No! It is just a reminder that he is more business man than messiah. (And it is a reminder that a lot of poeple who do extrodinary things for this city do not get the recognition they deserve...but that is off topic) Foundation Awards $5.6 Million in September CLEVELAND OH - The George Gund Foundation increased its support to the Fund for Our Economic Future, a collaborative effort to improve Northeast Ohio’s economy, with a three-year $4 million grant. The Fund, which was launched six years ago, is a collaborative of more than 60 organizations and individuals that have pooled resources to strengthen regional competitiveness through grantmaking, research and civic engagement. The Foundation’s previous commitment had been $3.1 million over three years. “In a time of economic stress it is more important than ever that our region’s leadership and resources pull together,” said David Abbott, Foundation executive director. “A collaboration such as the Fund, tackling the tough systemic issues we face, is really hard work. But joining forces makes far more impact than disconnected effort, and our trustees feel strongly that increasing our investment in the Fund signals our strong belief in collaborative action. Our increased funding also reflects the impact that the Fund has made and the fact that the Fund’s work is critical for the success of the other organizations we support in fields ranging from the arts to education.” The grant was among 50 totaling $5,582,074 made by Foundation Trustees at their September meeting. Other grants of interest include: • $100,000 to the Cleveland Heights/University Heights City School District for the First Ring Superintendents Collaborative, a group of 15 school districts. • $40,000 to the Universal Health Care Action Network of Ohio for the Ohio Consumers for Health Coverage coalition. • $50,000 to Ohio Grantmakers Forum for a collaborative project to support strategic restructuring among human service organizations in Cuyahoga County. • $50,000 to the Ohio Environmental Council for a diesel pollution reduction campaign in Cleveland. • $80,000 to the Cleveland Housing Network for its work in stabilizing neighborhoods. • $75,000 to Kent State University Foundation for the Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative's work on Re-Imagining a More Sustainable Cleveland and publication of the journal Urban Infill. • $16,000 to CityMusic Cleveland for free concerts in Cleveland neighborhoods. The George Gund Foundation was established in 1952 by George Gund, former chairman of the Cleveland Trust Company. The Foundation funds programs that enhance our understanding of the physical and social environment in which we live and increase our ability to cope with its changing requirements. Grants are made quarterly in the areas of education, human services, economic and community development, environment and arts. Foundation commitments to date have totaled almost $534 million. For further information contact: Deena M. Epstein (216) 241.3114

I did not mean any insult to Columbus. When I graduated in '01 the only starbucks near campus were the two on 5th, which are now closed. When I would come back and visit I noticed they put one in near the cap, which is now closed. Take it as a point of pride that Starbucks was not able to knock out the local competition. Screw Starbucks, you have Stauffs. Here in New Orleans, they very much take pride in the fact that they have two local coffee chains, PJs and Community Coffee.

When is the announcement?

"Imagine the spillover traffic the casino would get from baseball, basketball, hockey games, and other gateway events. I have to think the site behind TC is Gilberts preferred location." McCleveland are the gateway business owners worried about this?

It might spill people over into tower city. I wonder if there are plans to build a people mover from the arena to the casino. You will never have to go outside! Seriously, how many acres of parking is being proposed?

With the Clinic and the Orchestra both being in the news a lot lately, I can't think of better ambassadors for the city

are people still moving in the neighborhood/development? Does it feel integrated into the larger DS neighborhood?

Whats good for Pittsburgh is good for the region If Cleveland did not make such a big deal about the river, no one would know about it, and the creation of the EPA would have been delayed. We sacrificed our reputation in order to jump start the enviromental movement and enviromental legislation. So when people mention the burning river, thank them! Then explain to them how proud we are of our leadership in enviromental protection :)

How many starbucks closed in C-bus? All of them?

Did he say anything?

OK spill!