$9m foundry project adds to transformation of flats into recreation hub

LEE CHILCOTE | MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2015

 

A unique property along the Cuyahoga River, featuring 80,000 square feet of space across 12 buildings, is set to be transformed into a youth and collegiate boathouse, fitness center and public park. The $9 million project, called The Foundry after its historic use, is located on Columbus Road across from Rivergate Park and will offer 500 feet of riverfront dock space for young rowers.

 

The Foundry is being developed by MCPc Family Charities, a corporate foundation that is led by Mike and Gina Trebilcock. MCPc is a company located in downtown Cleveland that sells computer parts and provides technology services. The Trebilcocks have three children, all of whom were rowers, and the foundation has long supported rowing in Cleveland.

 

Plans for the property include a new public park and multipurpose trail that will connect with Rivergate Park; offices, study rooms and other areas for young people and coaches; at least two "rowing tanks" where rowers can practice in water during the off-season; a large boathouse where boats can be stored and repaired; and possibly a second-level observation areas where parents can watch young people row. The new owners say that Phase I will be open by September.

 

MORE:

http://freshwatercleveland.com/devnews/thefoundry021615.aspx

THe building itself is the real travesty.

 

And repeating the expense of moving them is an obvious example that it was idiotic to move them there to begin with.

 

Yeah, I know a number of folks over at Stonebridge raised a stink when they relocated Larry over there just across the river from them.

They're not going to move the Hustler club again.  It wasn't moved because FEB didn't want it near them, it was moved because it was in the middle of FEB's proposed footprint.  Unless someone comes up with a major development for that site it's staying, just like the other strip clubs in the Flats, WHD, and Gateway.

Jacobs Investments affiliates list two Warehouse District properties for sale, via @CrainRltywriter.

http://t.co/fICZGcQKE2

So, interesting paragraph in this article. Is this in line with the property sales that were brought up?

 

"Jacobs said Jacobs Investments is preparing a new master plan for Nautica in the Flats, 1231 Main Ave., which is expected to focus on residential development. He did not provide additional details. Jacobs Investments is based in North Palm Beach, Fla., and continues to maintain an office in the Flats."

Well, the Odeon is reopening, May 1 with a concert headlined by Mushroomhead.

 

Storied Cleveland Flats music club The Odeon to reopen

http://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/index.ssf/2015/03/storied_cleveland_flats_music.html

Well, the Odeon is reopening, May 1 with a concert headlined by Mushroomhead.

 

Storied Cleveland Flats music club The Odeon to reopen

http://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/index.ssf/2015/03/storied_cleveland_flats_music.html

 

It's not often when one finds a sensible post on cleveland.com. But this comment echos some of my concerns:

 

While it is great news that this awesome venue is reopening, I for one think it is pointless.  Cleveland doesn't have any radio stations playing new rock/alternative music, which are the types of acts that play a venue like the Odeon. We have 3 classic rock station, an oldies station, and seemingly 25 pop/country stations.  Until the acts that will play this type of venue get radio airplay here, they will continue to skip over Cleveland for cities like Columbus, Pittsburgh, and Detroit that give them radio airplay.  Between Beachland Ballroom, HOB, and the Odeon, there aren't enough acts that come to Cleveland to sustain all three.

Between Beachland Ballroom, HOB, and the Odeon, there aren't enough acts that come to Cleveland to sustain all three.

 

Since we lack such a new rock/alternative station and having one would be good for these venues (and good for the city), perhaps the owners of these three venues should team together to start such a station.

Between Beachland Ballroom, HOB, and the Odeon, there aren't enough acts that come to Cleveland to sustain all three.

 

Since we lack such a new rock/alternative station and having one would be good for these venues (and good for the city), perhaps the owners of these three venues should team together to start such a station.

 

Terrestrial radio is not much of a factor anymore, especially in the "alternative" circles.  Which is why not many more exist even across the nation.

maybe it isn't a factor because the radio stopped playing new music in 1995

That is such a weak argument that just because Cleveland doesn't have a local station that plays alt or new rock that the city can't support the Odeon. I live in San Francisco and the local radio sucks and there is no problem with having too many music venues and I would think it will be fine in Cleveland too only because many people don't get their music from just local radio stations. People have options like Sirius or one of the many other options for music? I don't know many people here that listen exclusively to local radio stations. It just seems like another "concern" that always pops up in Cleveland about practically everything. I think it's awesome the Odeon is opening again and the area will have more music options.

Between Beachland Ballroom, HOB, and the Odeon, there aren't enough acts that come to Cleveland to sustain all three.

 

Since we lack such a new rock/alternative station and having one would be good for these venues (and good for the city), perhaps the owners of these three venues should team together to start such a station.

 

Terrestrial radio is not much of a factor anymore, especially in the "alternative" circles.  Which is why not many more exist even across the nation.

 

Radio can still play a large role. I think Case, JC, CSU and BW do a great job with their college stations. But they just don't have the resources to create a scene.

 

Now KEXP in Seattle is fine template for what terrestrial radio can be for a city; and something that I would really love to see in Cleveland. KEXP is an amazing resource to find up and coming bands. They are living, breathing proof that music did not die 1995 (LOL @ Whipjacka). Their dj's are  knowledgeable and have a great working relationship with both local and internationally famous artists. They're a big part of the Seattle music scene.

 

https://www.youtube.com/user/kexpradio

 

If it's any consolation, San Diego radio sucks. It's like some station manager fired all the staff, went yard sailing and got every cd and then put them in a 20 disc changer set on random play. But I expect that from San Diego, its always been a musical backwater.

 

Now Cleveland, that's a place with a history and a ton of creative talent....a place I expect to be a major player in the current music scene.

Cleveland must lead the nation in mid-size music venues per capita.

Include Akron in the mix and the amount of places to see an event is staggering.

 

Cleveland must lead the nation in mid-size music venues per capita.

Include Akron in the mix and the amount of places to see an event is staggering.

 

 

Pretty sure that's Austin. I'd also imagine Nashville would be higher, among other cities.

Between Beachland Ballroom, HOB, and the Odeon, there aren't enough acts that come to Cleveland to sustain all three.

 

Since we lack such a new rock/alternative station and having one would be good for these venues (and good for the city), perhaps the owners of these three venues should team together to start such a station.

 

Terrestrial radio is not much of a factor anymore, especially in the "alternative" circles.  Which is why not many more exist even across the nation.

 

Radio can still play a large role. I think Case, JC, CSU and BW do a great job with their college stations. But they just don't have the resources to create a scene.

 

Now KEXP in Seattle is fine template for what terrestrial radio can be for a city; and something that I would really love to see in Cleveland. KEXP is an amazing resource to find up and coming bands. They are living, breathing proof that music did not die 1995 (LOL @ Whipjacka). Their dj's are  knowledgeable and have a great working relationship with both local and internationally famous artists. They're a big part of the Seattle music scene.

 

https://www.youtube.com/user/kexpradio

 

If it's any consolation, San Diego radio sucks. It's like some station manager fired all the staff, went yard sailing and got every cd and then put them in a 20 disc changer set on random play. But I expect that from San Diego, its always been a musical backwater.

 

Now Cleveland, that's a place with a history and a ton of creative talent....a place I expect to be a major player in the current music scene.

 

KEXP is a college outlet.  Cleveland's aren't as polished, but still fill a need.  Perhaps I should have clarified...COMMERCIAL Terrestrial radio is a non-factor.  But that is a subject for another thread.    I'm glad the Odeon is reopening.  I wish them luck.

Terrestrial radio in general sucks. That has no bearing on whether the Odeon can succeed or not. That's a silly, unconnected, and "fan" driven argument. There are more than enough bands here and elsewhere that can draw to a mid-sized venue. The Odeon's booking and promotion of said booking is what is going to make or break them, not the completely unrelated state of low-quality terrestrial radio that the vast majority of markets also suffer from

Terrestrial radio in general sucks. That has no bearing on whether the Odeon can succeed or not. That's a silly, unconnected, and "fan" driven argument. There are more than enough bands here and elsewhere that can draw to a mid-sized venue. The Odeon's booking and promotion of said booking is what is going to make or break them, not the completely unrelated state of low-quality terrestrial radio that the vast majority of markets also suffer from

 

There is absolutely a correlation between radio promotion and live shows. To suggest otherwise is to ignore what stations like WMMS and WENZ have done for the city in years past. And just because terrestrial radio sucks "everywhere" doesn't mean that Cleveland and clubs like the Odeon wouldn't benefit greatly from a premier station playing new music.

 

Cleveland isn't like every other place with bad radio. It's a city that has quite a bit of population (see Indians attendance). I hope the Odeon does great. But being in two bands I am highly skeptical there's enough support out there. I know the venue owners and they are having a tough time.

 

 

Terrestrial radio in general sucks. That has no bearing on whether the Odeon can succeed or not. That's a silly, unconnected, and "fan" driven argument. There are more than enough bands here and elsewhere that can draw to a mid-sized venue. The Odeon's booking and promotion of said booking is what is going to make or break them, not the completely unrelated state of low-quality terrestrial radio that the vast majority of markets also suffer from

 

There is absolutely a correlation between radio promotion and live shows. To suggest otherwise is to ignore what stations like WMMS and WENZ have done for the city in years past. And just because terrestrial radio sucks "everywhere" doesn't mean that Cleveland and clubs like the Odeon wouldn't benefit greatly from a premier station playing new music.

 

Cleveland isn't like every other place with bad radio. It's a city that has quite a bit of population (see Indians attendance). I hope the Odeon does great. But being in two bands I am highly skeptical there's enough support out there. I know the venue owners and they are having a tough time.

 

I work in the business full time. This is what I do. I wasn't just pontificating. The business is a lot different now. Again, like I said, their booking is what's going to make or break them. Not terrestrial radio

Terrestrial radio in general sucks. That has no bearing on whether the Odeon can succeed or not. That's a silly, unconnected, and "fan" driven argument. There are more than enough bands here and elsewhere that can draw to a mid-sized venue. The Odeon's booking and promotion of said booking is what is going to make or break them, not the completely unrelated state of low-quality terrestrial radio that the vast majority of markets also suffer from

 

There is absolutely a correlation between radio promotion and live shows. To suggest otherwise is to ignore what stations like WMMS and WENZ have done for the city in years past. And just because terrestrial radio sucks "everywhere" doesn't mean that Cleveland and clubs like the Odeon wouldn't benefit greatly from a premier station playing new music.

 

Cleveland isn't like every other place with bad radio. It's a city that has quite a bit of population (see Indians attendance). I hope the Odeon does great. But being in two bands I am highly skeptical there's enough support out there. I know the venue owners and they are having a tough time.

 

I work in the business full time. This is what I do. I wasn't just pontificating. The business is a lot different now. Again, like I said, their booking is what's going to make or break them. Not terrestrial radio

 

Well then I appreciate your insights. But just saying "booking- end of discussion" makes it seem like it's a cut and dried, and not a much more complex issue.

 

If it sounded like I simply said "Sucky radio will kill the Odeon" I apologize. I'm deeply invested in the Cleveland music scene. I'm passionate about radio and about music. It's a subject I enjoy discussing.

Let's take the Cleveland Music Scene/Radio discussion to another thread - thanks!

 

Well we finally get to hear from Mike Tricarichi who has remained pretty silent about the property he has owned along Old River Rd since 2007.  Not alot but it's something.

 

http://www.freshwatercleveland.com/devnews/Odeon031815.aspx

Via WKYC:

 

"Cleveland Rowing Foundation, a nonprofit corporation dedicated to promoting and supporting the sport of rowing in Greater Cleveland, has agreed to sell an additional 1.1 acres of property to the Cleveland Metroparks.

 

In 2012, CRF and the Trust for Public Land sold 2.8 acres of land and a building to Cleveland Metroparks. The building now houses the extremely successful Merwin's Wharf restaurant.

 

CRF also has recently purchased a parcel adjacent to the northern boundary of its current property. With this purchase, CRF now controls 1,300 feet of riverfront, which is 250 feet more than previously."

 

 

 

Cleveland Rowing Foundation plans to sell, buy land in the Flats as recreation hub grows

 

CLEVELAND, Ohio - A pair of land deals in the Flats will give the Cleveland Metroparks more wiggle room at Rivergate Park and open up riverfront expansion prospects for the Cleveland Rowing Foundation.

 

The nonprofit rowing foundation announced Thursday that it plans to sell 1.1 acres at Rivergate, on the east bank of the Flats, to the Metroparks. The parks group's board is scheduled to vote on the purchase at its next meeting, April 16.

 

Shedding the parcel, a paved piece of land set back from the river, won't hamper the rowing foundation's growth plans. Foundation Executive Director Kirk Lang said the Metroparks need the property more, to complement the parks group's investments at Rivergate and Merwin's Wharf, a waterfront restaurant that opened on Merwin Avenue last year.

 

More: http://www.cleveland.com/business/index.ssf/2015/04/cleveland_rowing_foundation_pl.html#incart_river

Photo from a LAND Studio tweet yesterday of a pedestrian bridge being dropped into place; will connect the southern end of the Scranton Flats trail to the Lake Link Trail on the other side of the tracks.

Photo from a LAND Studio tweet yesterday of a pedestrian bridge being dropped into place; will connect the southern end of the Scranton Flats trail to the Lake Link Trail on the other side of the tracks.

 

Looking forward to several urban versions of Peninsula, Ohio cropping up soon along these trails.

Interesting. So then does this bridge link the trail up to West 17th/18th/19th between Lorain and Abby?

^I think this bridge is just to get over Scranton and the railroad tracks, and that the trail continues westward, north of (and below) Duck Island.  This bridge is at the far eastern end of the Lake Link trail shown in red here:

 

http://www.cleveland.com/metro/index.ssf/2014/08/new_lake_test.html

^I think this bridge is just to get over Scranton and the railroad tracks, and that the trail continues westward, north of (and below) Duck Island.  This bridge is at the far eastern end of the Lake Link trail shown in red here:

 

 

Yep. They're building it on the graded right of way and using the bridge abutments of the Erie Railroad that was here from 1856 to 1982 to reach the Erie ore docks between River Road and the old river channel.

^ So the light blue path is not going to loop all the way around the Scranton Peninsula?

 

I'm excited to check out these new paths in the coming months!  :clap:

^ So the light blue path is not going to loop all the way around the Scranton Peninsula?

 

I believe the blue path is to eventually terminate at a completed and much larger Canal Basin Park.

Platform Beer Co. plans to open Urban Apple cider house in Cleveland's Flats

 

By  Marc Bona, Northeast Ohio Media Group 

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on April 15, 2015 at 6:46 AM

 

CLEVELAND, Ohio - The folks behind Platform Beer Co. are planning on opening a cider house in the Flats. That makes at least two cider houses in the works in Northeast Ohio in the coming months.

 

"The cider market is growing," Platform's Paul Benner said. "Craft ciders have grown so quickly."

 

Real-estate investor Rafid Fadul owns the Tenk Machine Building on Center Street.

 

Benner and Carson "have a small stake" in Urban Apple. Reed Jaskula is the force behind the cider house. The goal is dual-pronged and ambitious: Open a tasting room and plan for a massive distribution push.

 

http://www.cleveland.com/drinks/index.ssf/2015/04/another_cider_house_planned_fo.html

The Platform guys are all over the place (in a good way!)  Not a huge cider fan myself, but this could be another cool addition to the area.

Platform Beer Co. plans to open Urban Apple cider house in Cleveland's Flats

 

By  Marc Bona, Northeast Ohio Media Group 

Email the author | Follow on Twitter

on April 15, 2015 at 6:46 AM

 

CLEVELAND, Ohio - The folks behind Platform Beer Co. are planning on opening a cider house in the Flats. That makes at least two cider houses in the works in Northeast Ohio in the coming months.

 

"The cider market is growing," Platform's Paul Benner said. "Craft ciders have grown so quickly."

 

Real-estate investor Rafid Fadul owns the Tenk Machine Building on Center Street.

 

Benner and Carson "have a small stake" in Urban Apple. Reed Jaskula is the force behind the cider house. The goal is dual-pronged and ambitious: Open a tasting room and plan for a massive distribution push.

 

http://www.cleveland.com/drinks/index.ssf/2015/04/another_cider_house_planned_fo.html

 

Can someone please tell me the significance of this sentence/paragraph to the story?

 

Real-estate investor Rafid Fadul owns the Tenk Machine Building on Center Street.

From what I gleaned from the article, the cidery will be in the Tenk Building owned by Fadul.  But yeah, it's almost as if the reporter didn't want you to know that or something...

From what I gleaned from the article, the cidery will be in the Tenk Building owned by Fadul.  But yeah, it's almost as if the reporter didn't want you to know that or something...

 

Haha, thanks. I thought I was just missing something obvious!

 

My eyes often fail me.....

First look: Cleveland club the Odeon to reopen as part of new East Bank Flats development (photos)

 

http://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/index.ssf/2015/04/beloved_cleveland_club_the_ode.html#incart_river

^ That owner rocking the track suit!!! Glad to hear they're not glitzing it up too much. I really liked the original Odeon and it's good vibe, low key Reggae oriented pre-Odeon incarnation, the Tap House.

This was a welcome sight tonight:

 

What was going on?  There must be 25 tripods set up with people photographing something.  Am I missing something obvious?

^ I have no idea what was going on. There were people photographing on the other side of the Rapid tracks too, and a few dozen more just sitting on the hill.

^ www.clevelandphoto.org

Event: Summer Solstice Photo Field Trip

Starts: June 19, 2015

7:00 PM

Ends: 10:00 PM

THERE WILL BE NO MEETING IN THE CPS CLUBROOM TONIGHT - INSTEAD: Join us for a summer solstice photo shoot for fabulous city scenes followed by sunset from the east bank of the flats. The sun will setting within the frames of three bridges. After the sun sets there is a wonderful opportunity to turn around to photograph the illuminated colored bridges at dusk and dark.

 

There is parking across from the Flat Iron Cafe (1114 Center Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44113) This is a very convenient and safe place to park and only costs a couple dollars.

 

The plan is to meet at 7:00 PM in the parking lot. Then walk across the Center Street bridge to the west bank for the city scenes. Prior to sunset, we will cross back to the east bank for sunset and night bridges.

http://www.flatsforward.org/#!settlers-fountain/cgr9

 

 

http://www.flatsforward.org/#!settlers-fountain/cgr9

 

Settler's Landing Fountain Project

 

Residents Allen and Cathy Griffin of Riverbend Condominiums, were able to show their civic pride by commissioning paint and supplies to restore the Settler’s Landing Fountain and surrounding railings. With help from our friends at the Port of Cleveland, Flotsam and Jetsam assisted in reaching portions of the fountain that extended over the River.

 

 

Shows what great citizens of Cleveland can accomplish!  Their efforts made the solstice photo shoot shine at Settler's Landing Park

That park needs... a shrubbery!

... and another shrubbery!

 

Does anyone know what happened to the plan for water taxis in the flats and around the lakefront, whiskey island, etc. They were announced originally that they would start service this past Memorial Day, and be run by the Metroparks but I can't find any info on when they were delayed until.

About a month ago the Metroparks' Facebook page posted they were looking to hire licensed boat operator(s), especially those with experience in commercial boating, specifically for their water taxi service. So my guess would be "soon."

 

EDIT: Here's the job posting on their site: http://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/Main/JobPostings/315.aspx

 

If you have or know somebody who has the qualifications, this could be an opportunity for a cool summer job.  :-)

FYI....

 

$700k state grant kicks off Stage 3 of Towpath Trail, designed to celebrate Cleveland industry (photos)

http://www.urbanohio.com/forum2/index.php/topic,1375.msg761812.html#msg761812

Columbus Road's resurgence gains a professional firm's office

 

The row of arched windows and odd-sized door on the front of 1736 Columbus Road in Cleveland’s Flats looks old-fashioned. The brickwork is clearly new, although it has old-fashioned arches around the windows.

 

LED lights, bright colors and hallmarks of modern design abound throughout the inside, but the building’s old, as oodles of revealed bricks reveal.

 

Welcome to the engaging contrasts at the new home of Fabo Architecture Inc., an architecture and planning firm where founder Brian Fabo and his visitors can watch freighters ply the Cuyahoga River across the street.

 

More: http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20150713/BLOGS14/150719949/columbus-roads-resurgence-gains-a-professional-firms-office

I regularly drive by that building, and they did a fantastic job with the renovation. That whole area would be awesome revived and full of apartments, shops and people

Columbus Road peninsula is probably going to have to be developed before Scranton peninsula is. Although Duck Island may expedite it.