people, the hipster thing is played out. we all know how much everyone here hates hipsters. but how does ^^^ have ANYTHING to do with hipsterism? are you saying everyone who takes pictures in abandoned buildings is a hipster? how arbitrary.
thechariot wrote:they can try. you say that like i defile these places...
Didn't mean it like that at all. I meant just people going in. They don't want people in there. That is all.
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urban_dilettante wrote:people, the hipster thing is played out. we all know how much everyone here hates hipsters. but how does ^^^ have ANYTHING to do with hipsterism? are you saying everyone who takes pictures in abandoned buildings is a hipster? how arbitrary.
Sorry, forgot there was such thin skin around here. It sounded like song lyrics to me . . . take it easy 
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Grover wrote:urban_dilettante wrote:people, the hipster thing is played out. we all know how much everyone here hates hipsters. but how does ^^^ have ANYTHING to do with hipsterism? are you saying everyone who takes pictures in abandoned buildings is a hipster? how arbitrary.
i'm not worked up about it - just making an observation. certainly you've noticed how people on this forum regard hipsters. so when you (directly or indirectly) call someone a hipster it's not exactly a compliment. i was just wondering, why the slight?
anyway, i'll shut up. on with the topic!
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urban_dilettante wrote:We all know how much everyone here hates hipsters.
I think hoosiers and douchebags rank higher on the Urban St. Louis Hierarchy of Disdain.
On a more serious note, I'd love to see some news related to The Arcade, especially now that it looks like construction work at The Laurel (ex-Stix Baer & Fuller/Dillard's) may move forward in the not-so-distant future after all.
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Ok so there's a hoosier, a douchebag, and hipster all sitting at a bar......
/joke
/joke
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^ C'mon, there's a great joke there somewhere, don't leave us hanging!
Here is a bit of good news on a dreary day where one of my favorite downtown businesses closed.
In today’s Business Journal the LRA blighted the Arcade this week and authorized a search for a developer.
In today’s Business Journal the LRA blighted the Arcade this week and authorized a search for a developer.
Moorlander wrote:Ok so there's a hoosier, a douchebag, and hipster all sitting at a bar......
/joke
In a Jeopardy style answer “What will you find in any south side corner tavern Alex?”
Just Sold to Bank of America for what they lended it for....$9 million.
Dam, I wish I had $9,000,010. I would have Bought that thing!
http://stlouis.bizjournals.com/stlouis/ ... ily42.htmlLina Galinurova, an associate with [CompanyWatch allows you to receive email alerts with stories related to your companies of interest. <p>You can watch up to ten companies at a time.</p>] Cardinal Realty Group, attended the auctions Wednesday on behalf of a prospective California-based buyer for the Arcade. She wouldn't disclose the identity of the buyer but said the company would initiate talks with Bank of America to pursue ownership of the Arcade.
Dam, I wish I had $9,000,010. I would have Bought that thing!
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So does anyone know when they plan on rehabbing the Arcade?
Well the group that just bought it is going to weather proof it so no more damage can be done. Then they plan to sell it back to the city so they can find a proper developer.
So.... 3 years until rehab?
The question should be... Arcade or BPV will start first?
So.... 3 years until rehab?
The question should be... Arcade or BPV will start first?
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^ The Arcade 1st. (anyone think that BPV will never be what was proposed (and that the Cardinals will likely never pay a fine of any kind)(that's for the BPV thread of course)?)
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What? So they are going to unload it to the city and not develop it? If thats the case then it will take 3 years before they even start work. This has David Jump written all over it.
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St. Louis will freeze over first. Never mind, that's already happened.zink wrote:The question should be... Arcade or BPV will start first?
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You're basically correct, but it's still a necessary step and represents a move forward.Downtown2007 wrote:What? So they are going to unload it to the city and not develop it? If thats the case then it will take 3 years before they even start work. This has David Jump written all over it.
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The Business Journal is reporting that the city has taken ownership of the Arcade and will be issuing an RFP.
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What is a RFP? So the city bought the building from the buyer who just purchased it. I would assume now the city is going to try and find a buyer or developer.
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I'm assuming they're going to use the same process that they used with the Syndicate Building, choosing the best proposal they receive.Downtown2007 wrote:What is a RFP? So the city bought the building from the buyer who just purchased it. I would assume now the city is going to try and find a buyer or developer.
Someone will probably propose that in order to rehab the Arcade, they have to tear down the Wright for parking.
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Don't even joke about that convoluted way of thinking.
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One reason some at pyramid supported the destruction of the Century is was to have ample parking for the PB and A/W. At least that was the thinking when I worked there.
MIRED IN LAWSUITS
April 9th, 2010 | Author: Jerry Berger
John Steffen’s defunct Pyramid Construction is being sued by a bevy of businessmen for $800,000 by Barket R.E., $350,000 by Sam Glasser and a bundle by a group known as the Sunset Hills Guys. But, that’s not the item. It seems 30 days after foreclosure on the $9 million Arcade Building, the city bought it for $2 million. Where did the other $7 million go?, wonder the investors. They’re also in a quandary as to why Pulaski Banks financed the empty building. Don’t ask me, ask attorney Steve Stogel, who orchestrated the negotiations.
http://bergersbeat.com/page/3/
April 9th, 2010 | Author: Jerry Berger
John Steffen’s defunct Pyramid Construction is being sued by a bevy of businessmen for $800,000 by Barket R.E., $350,000 by Sam Glasser and a bundle by a group known as the Sunset Hills Guys. But, that’s not the item. It seems 30 days after foreclosure on the $9 million Arcade Building, the city bought it for $2 million. Where did the other $7 million go?, wonder the investors. They’re also in a quandary as to why Pulaski Banks financed the empty building. Don’t ask me, ask attorney Steve Stogel, who orchestrated the negotiations.
http://bergersbeat.com/page/3/
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Don't be surprised if Steffan ends up in jail before all is said and done.