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Posted 04 October 2006 - 12:47 PM
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Marlins Looking At Pompano Beach As Ballpark Site
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. -- A new potential location for a Florida Marlins stadium has emerged: Pompano Beach.
City and Broward County officials have been negotiating with the Marlins since May on an agreement to build a ballpark with a retractable roof, county Mayor Ben Graber said Wednesday. A proposal may be ready for consideration by the county commission in a couple of weeks, he said.
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. -- A new potential location for a Florida Marlins stadium has emerged: Pompano Beach.
City and Broward County officials have been negotiating with the Marlins since May on an agreement to build a ballpark with a retractable roof, county Mayor Ben Graber said Wednesday. A proposal may be ready for consideration by the county commission in a couple of weeks, he said.
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Where could a stadium be a consideration in Pompano?
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Posted 04 October 2006 - 02:38 PM
No doubt the Marlins will one day find a city that's a glutton for punishment.
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Posted 27 October 2006 - 01:55 PM
Fort Lauderdale Luxury Hotel Building Spree
The never-ending building spree continues. Now it seems that not only Ireland's Inn, but several other oceanfront properties may soon be replaced by ever more luxurious hotels and condos.
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The never-ending building spree continues. Now it seems that not only Ireland's Inn, but several other oceanfront properties may soon be replaced by ever more luxurious hotels and condos.
http://www.sun-senti...iness-headlines
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Posted 30 October 2006 - 08:28 AM
tombarnes, on Oct 27 2006, 01:55 PM, said:
Fort Lauderdale Luxury Hotel Building Spree
The never-ending building spree continues. Now it seems that not only Ireland's Inn, but several other oceanfront properties may soon be replaced by ever more luxurious hotels and condos.
http://www.sun-senti...iness-headlines
The never-ending building spree continues. Now it seems that not only Ireland's Inn, but several other oceanfront properties may soon be replaced by ever more luxurious hotels and condos.
http://www.sun-senti...iness-headlines
Don't they realize the boat show is only one weekend a year? Whos going to pay $600+ a night in July
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Posted 30 October 2006 - 06:02 PM
mediaspree, on Oct 30 2006, 09:28 AM, said:
Don't they realize the boat show is only one weekend a year? Whos going to pay $600+ a night in July
Sometimes I wonder about that myself. I think they are hoping for some sort of synergy. I also suppose that many of the hotels assume that their outrageous prices in the winter will carry them through the leaner times of summer.
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Posted 15 November 2006 - 06:33 PM
Local sources tell me that the Ireland's Inn project may be tabled, at least for the time being. Rumor has it that the Ritz-Carlton people want to wait and see how the other 5 star properties do before taking the plunge. In the meantime, this may mean a reprieve for the old hotel. On the other hand, the Ireland family has enough money to build whatever they want to build on the site. They are not likely to be dissuaded by temporary market forces.
Edited by tombarnes, 15 November 2006 - 07:18 PM.
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Posted 07 January 2007 - 03:27 PM
Arts Center Deal in Downtown Hollywood Goes Sour
The City of Hollywood is seeking a new developer for an arts center project which has gone sour. It appears that the current developer didn't have sufficient experience with projects of this size and complexity.
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The City of Hollywood is seeking a new developer for an arts center project which has gone sour. It appears that the current developer didn't have sufficient experience with projects of this size and complexity.
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Posted 11 January 2007 - 11:05 AM
Las Olas Riverfront Proposal Re-Submitted
A variation of an existing proposal for the Las Olas Riverfront has been submitted for review. This plan includes a hotel as well as residential units.
Hotel Industry News Resource
A variation of an existing proposal for the Las Olas Riverfront has been submitted for review. This plan includes a hotel as well as residential units.
Hotel Industry News Resource
Edited by tombarnes, 12 January 2007 - 12:42 PM.
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Posted 12 January 2007 - 12:41 PM
New Proposal Includes High-Rise Hotel
The new proposal includes a high-rise hotel. The existing Las Olas Riverfront will apparently be demolished. So much for the public money invested in that project. More from the Sun Sentinel/Hotel-Online.
The new proposal includes a high-rise hotel. The existing Las Olas Riverfront will apparently be demolished. So much for the public money invested in that project. More from the Sun Sentinel/Hotel-Online.
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Posted 19 March 2007 - 11:28 AM
Partial Victory for Preservationists Still Spells Doom for Much of Fort Lauderdale's Oceanfront
While I can't say much for most of the Sea Club in its present state, I'm still glad that the front of the former Jolly Roger Hotel will be incorporated into the new high-rise planned for the site. The article also has a reference to the project planned for the site of the Ireland's Inn. This is the first inkling I have had that the building would be 28 stories tall. I have heard more recent rumors which appear to confirm the possibility that the new hotel on the site will indeed be a Mandarin Oriental hotel and condo project. Supposedly, the MO people recently gave a presentation on the project at the Everglades Club. I'd still prefer to see at least part of the existing hotel incorporated into the new project, but this battle appears to be lost. In any event, I'm sure that having a Mandarin Oriental in my neighborhood won't be such a bad thing.
The loss of the Howard Johnson's is also no great surprise, nor will it be particularly missed. There is much to be said for the main point of the article- Fort Lauderdale has exchanged its architectural past for a glitzy new present. A balance of the two would have been preferable.
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While I can't say much for most of the Sea Club in its present state, I'm still glad that the front of the former Jolly Roger Hotel will be incorporated into the new high-rise planned for the site. The article also has a reference to the project planned for the site of the Ireland's Inn. This is the first inkling I have had that the building would be 28 stories tall. I have heard more recent rumors which appear to confirm the possibility that the new hotel on the site will indeed be a Mandarin Oriental hotel and condo project. Supposedly, the MO people recently gave a presentation on the project at the Everglades Club. I'd still prefer to see at least part of the existing hotel incorporated into the new project, but this battle appears to be lost. In any event, I'm sure that having a Mandarin Oriental in my neighborhood won't be such a bad thing.
The loss of the Howard Johnson's is also no great surprise, nor will it be particularly missed. There is much to be said for the main point of the article- Fort Lauderdale has exchanged its architectural past for a glitzy new present. A balance of the two would have been preferable.
Hotel-Online-Sun Sentinel
Edited by tombarnes, 19 March 2007 - 11:31 AM.
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Posted 19 March 2007 - 09:38 PM
tom, you're the hardest working man in show business.
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Posted 21 March 2007 - 11:25 AM
Council Rejects Orion Proposal
The Howard Johnson's will continue to stand until an agreement can be reached about what will replace it. The Orion, a towering pile of silver and blue glass, apparently won't be going up in its place. It remains to be see whether the group can produce a less objectionable tower. The old Hojo's is looking more blighted each day, but the council is right to reject this proposal. While the building is still some distance from the Bonnet House, the site is sensitive and whatever is built there should display a modicum of respect to its neighbor. The reality of the situation is that the building will almost certainly be a high-rise. It is foolish to suppose otherwise. I would still like to see something less flashy on the site.
Hotel-Online-- Sun Sentinel
The Howard Johnson's will continue to stand until an agreement can be reached about what will replace it. The Orion, a towering pile of silver and blue glass, apparently won't be going up in its place. It remains to be see whether the group can produce a less objectionable tower. The old Hojo's is looking more blighted each day, but the council is right to reject this proposal. While the building is still some distance from the Bonnet House, the site is sensitive and whatever is built there should display a modicum of respect to its neighbor. The reality of the situation is that the building will almost certainly be a high-rise. It is foolish to suppose otherwise. I would still like to see something less flashy on the site.
Hotel-Online-- Sun Sentinel
Edited by tombarnes, 21 March 2007 - 11:26 AM.
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Posted 29 March 2007 - 10:47 AM
Ireland's Inn to Close Sunday- Replacement to be a Mandarin Oriental Hotel
I have had confirmation from the hotel that their last day of operation will be this Sunday. The hotel and adjacent buildings will be demolished for a new resort hotel. For the first time, the property has confirmed that the new resort will indeed be a Mandarin Oriental hotel. I expect that a public announcement to this effect will be made in the near future. I'll miss their dining room, but the new property will be good for the neighborhood, I'm sure.
I have had confirmation from the hotel that their last day of operation will be this Sunday. The hotel and adjacent buildings will be demolished for a new resort hotel. For the first time, the property has confirmed that the new resort will indeed be a Mandarin Oriental hotel. I expect that a public announcement to this effect will be made in the near future. I'll miss their dining room, but the new property will be good for the neighborhood, I'm sure.
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Posted 01 April 2007 - 11:47 AM
Projects Still Going Up As Condo Market Cools
Condo/hotel projects are still going up even as the market cools in South Florida. Ireland's Inn closes for business today. Its replacement will be twin towers rising 28 floors above the surf. The present structure will be demolished later this year. I suppose we'll be visiting the dining room at the Pelican Beach more often now. Trump is surging ahead with plans for a new tower in Hollywood as well.
The Sun Sentinel
Condo/hotel projects are still going up even as the market cools in South Florida. Ireland's Inn closes for business today. Its replacement will be twin towers rising 28 floors above the surf. The present structure will be demolished later this year. I suppose we'll be visiting the dining room at the Pelican Beach more often now. Trump is surging ahead with plans for a new tower in Hollywood as well.
The Sun Sentinel
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Posted 01 April 2007 - 01:47 PM
tombarnes, on Apr 1 2007, 11:47 AM, said:
Projects Still Going Up As Condo Market Cools
Condo/hotel projects are still going up even as the market cools in South Florida. Ireland's Inn closes for business today. Its replacement will be twin towers rising 28 floors above the surf. The present structure will be demolished later this year. I suppose we'll be visiting the dining room at the Pelican Beach more often now. Trump is surging ahead with plans for a new tower in Hollywood as well.
The Sun Sentinel
Condo/hotel projects are still going up even as the market cools in South Florida. Ireland's Inn closes for business today. Its replacement will be twin towers rising 28 floors above the surf. The present structure will be demolished later this year. I suppose we'll be visiting the dining room at the Pelican Beach more often now. Trump is surging ahead with plans for a new tower in Hollywood as well.
The Sun Sentinel
Tom, what's the latest on Icon Las Olas ?
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Posted 01 April 2007 - 04:01 PM
Dale, on Apr 1 2007, 02:47 PM, said:
Tom, what's the latest on Icon Las Olas ?
I live near the site and see it everyday, as far as I know its going forward. They have had a few catered events, I assume to drum up sales. I can't wait for it to be built!
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Posted 01 April 2007 - 10:59 PM
mediaspree, on Apr 1 2007, 04:01 PM, said:
I live near the site and see it everyday, as far as I know its going forward. They have had a few catered events, I assume to drum up sales. I can't wait for it to be built!
Good to hear!
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Posted 01 April 2007 - 11:21 PM
Here's the link to the website...Icon Las Olas
I like the general idea of the building. I'm not exactly thrilled with its location. The poor Stranahan House looks like a toy dwarfed by its long shadow. Still, it can't be denied that this building will add more life to the downtown area. In that sense, it's a good thing.
I like the general idea of the building. I'm not exactly thrilled with its location. The poor Stranahan House looks like a toy dwarfed by its long shadow. Still, it can't be denied that this building will add more life to the downtown area. In that sense, it's a good thing.
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Posted 02 April 2007 - 11:44 AM
One More Link About Ireland's Inn
As you probably already know, Ireland's Inn closed yesterday and will be demolished later this year. Its replacement is expected to be finished by 2010. I'm not exactly sure how twin 28 storey towers could be in an S shape, but we'll just have to wait for the design to be unveiled. I hope this will be sooner rather than later.
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As you probably already know, Ireland's Inn closed yesterday and will be demolished later this year. Its replacement is expected to be finished by 2010. I'm not exactly sure how twin 28 storey towers could be in an S shape, but we'll just have to wait for the design to be unveiled. I hope this will be sooner rather than later.
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