Saskatoon Construction III

[FactaNV]

Winnipegger here - is this redevelopment the beginnings of some sort of nascent NHL push?

[Dalreg]

Originally Posted by RHINO

What's the capacity?

Planned for 15,900 expandable up to 18,000.

[Crisis]

Originally Posted by FactaNV

Winnipegger here - is this redevelopment the beginnings of some sort of nascent NHL push?

Nope. Let's not start that crazy talk again. Not going to happen.

[RobD]

Originally Posted by skeet1991

Juicy render updates, you say? Well, ask and you shall receive. I came across this the other day, and it looks ready to launch:

https://spireyxe.com/home/

(and I have to say, I love it)

What is happening with The Spire project. Everything including the renderings on the Meridian website has disappeared. It would be a great looking addition to the skyline.

[SaskatoonDreamer]

Originally Posted by Crisis

Nope. Let's not start that crazy talk again. Not going to happen.

A PWHL team would be a lot of fun. There was a great crowd at the Canada vs USA rivalry series game

[prairieguy]

I was away for the Canada vs USA game in Saskatoon. What was the turn out? I was thinking when the PWHL expand into the WEST, that Saskatoon would be a logical franchise city.

[scotty c]

Originally Posted by prairieguy

I was away for the Canada vs USA game in Saskatoon. What was the turn out? I was thinking when the PWHL expand into the WEST, that Saskatoon would be a logical franchise city.

The lower bowl was mostly full. Upper bowl was 1/3 to 1/2 full. Decent crowd overall.

[prairieguy]

I know this is not a 'political' thread, and I prefer it to stay that way. Having said that, I am going to make a huge assumption that most readers of this thread are likely in support of...or at least lean to supporting...the DEED.

I have been reading an increase in "letters to the editor" of Star Phoenix criticizing the DEED and strongly opposing moving forward on this. As the election of a new mayor and council is coming up, I think it important for those who have maybe chosen to be silent on this subject to begin expressing valid arguments of support. Not just an opinion, but provide those opposed with rationale economic, cultural and social reasons to support this progressive build for Saskatoon.

Maybe I am alone in my thinking on this, but as I have expressed previously on this post, I am likely of an age where the direct benefits to me personally may be limited, but that does not prevent me from seeing the incredible opportunity and impact this could make for our beautiful city.

So...given that council could change...I think it is not only important to share your opinion with your city councilor, but also to start publicly expressing support (through traditional and social media venues). Time for the "other side" to be heard!

If you are looking for some information to support the DEED, this may be a good place to start: https://dtnyxe.ca/downtown-event-ent...ment-district/

[SaskatoonDreamer]

Originally Posted by prairieguy

I know this is not a 'political' thread, and I prefer it to stay that way. Having said that, I am going to make a huge assumption that most readers of this thread are likely in support of...or at least lean to supporting...the DEED.

I have been reading an increase in "letters to the editor" of Star Phoenix criticizing the DEED and strongly opposing moving forward on this. As the election of a new mayor and council is coming up, I think it important for those who have maybe chosen to be silent on this subject to begin expressing valid arguments of support. Not just an opinion, but provide those opposed with rationale economic, cultural and social reasons to support this progressive build for Saskatoon.

Maybe I am alone in my thinking on this, but as I have expressed previously on this post, I am likely of an age where the direct benefits to me personally may be limited, but that does not prevent me from seeing the incredible opportunity and impact this could make for our beautiful city.

So...given that council could change...I think it is not only important to share your opinion with your city councilor, but also to start publicly expressing support (through traditional and social media venues). Time for the "other side" to be heard!

I very much agree with this. Let's not let the very loud minority control things here. People that don't have the vision for the future shouldn't be holding us back

[Nafets]

Originally Posted by prairieguy

I know this is not a 'political' thread, and I prefer it to stay that way. Having said that, I am going to make a huge assumption that most readers of this thread are likely in support of...or at least lean to supporting...the DEED.

I have been reading an increase in "letters to the editor" of Star Phoenix criticizing the DEED and strongly opposing moving forward on this. As the election of a new mayor and council is coming up, I think it important for those who have maybe chosen to be silent on this subject to begin expressing valid arguments of support. Not just an opinion, but provide those opposed with rationale economic, cultural and social reasons to support this progressive build for Saskatoon.

Maybe I am alone in my thinking on this, but as I have expressed previously on this post, I am likely of an age where the direct benefits to me personally may be limited, but that does not prevent me from seeing the incredible opportunity and impact this could make for our beautiful city.

So...given that council could change...I think it is not only important to share your opinion with your city councilor, but also to start publicly expressing support (through traditional and social media venues). Time for the "other side" to be heard!

If you are looking for some information to support the DEED, this may be a good place to start: https://dtnyxe.ca/downtown-event-ent...ment-district/

I completely agree. I've written my councilor and said similar things along the lines of "Don't let the vocal minority dissuade you". But you are right. I see more and more negative letters to the editor. It might be time for some of us to start providing more positive logical arguments forward.

[Echoes]

For what it's worth, business groups are working on their own advocacy strategies.

"Imagine it Here!" campaign and website has been launched by the Chamber, Tourism, and Downtown BID: https://www.downtowndistrict.ca/

[GibblyJibbly]

Does anyone know anything about the Baydo towers downtown? I live nearby and keep an eye on it, and the progress is remarkably slow. The project is less than 50% done and June will mark 4 years in progress.

[phone]

Originally Posted by GibblyJibbly

Does anyone know anything about the Baydo towers downtown? I live nearby and keep an eye on it, and the progress is remarkably slow. The project is less than 50% done and June will mark 4 years in progress.

You can check out discussion related to Baydo Towers in its associated thread.

[4LSaskatoon]

Originally Posted by prairieguy

I know this is not a 'political' thread, and I prefer it to stay that way. Having said that, I am going to make a huge assumption that most readers of this thread are likely in support of...or at least lean to supporting...the DEED.

I have been reading an increase in "letters to the editor" of Star Phoenix criticizing the DEED and strongly opposing moving forward on this. As the election of a new mayor and council is coming up, I think it important for those who have maybe chosen to be silent on this subject to begin expressing valid arguments of support. Not just an opinion, but provide those opposed with rationale economic, cultural and social reasons to support this progressive build for Saskatoon.

Maybe I am alone in my thinking on this, but as I have expressed previously on this post, I am likely of an age where the direct benefits to me personally may be limited, but that does not prevent me from seeing the incredible opportunity and impact this could make for our beautiful city.

So...given that council could change...I think it is not only important to share your opinion with your city councilor, but also to start publicly expressing support (through traditional and social media venues). Time for the "other side" to be heard!

If you are looking for some information to support the DEED, this may be a good place to start: https://dtnyxe.ca/downtown-event-ent...ment-district/

I agree with you. The negativity around this is mostly ill informed or misinformed.. perhaps a few that simply nay say everything, for their own entertainment.
I have been advocating for this project for a long time. Gone to meetings.. visited many entertainment districts. Entertainment districts ALL have ONE thing in common... tourism is the biggest employer. Another is that the districts created their own tax base within the core with commercial, retail, and residential investment.
this is a fabulous opportunity for Saskatoon and Saskatchewan!

[The S'toon Goon]

Does anyone have any ideas as to what could possibly be built on the Warman road property just south of Hazen street. I believe it was an old EMT dispatch that hasn't been used for years now. I don't know who would own the property or what it is zoned for, but something (maybe anything) is better than a vacant building in a pretty high traffic area.

Some sort of town house thing perhaps?

[phone]

Originally Posted by The S'toon Goon

Does anyone have any ideas as to what could possibly be built on the Warman road property just south of Hazen street. I believe it was an old EMT dispatch that hasn't been used for years now. I don't know who would own the property or what it is zoned for, but something (maybe anything) is better than a vacant building in a pretty high traffic area.

Some sort of town house thing perhaps?

Its an awkward site as hardly anything else directly fronts Warman Road. I don't see townhouses selling particularly well there, but housing is housing I suppose. Honestly it seems best poised to have some kind of gas station or fast food restaurant. Maybe some kind of civic facility but I can't think of what would be suited to that location.

[The Bess]

An opinion I thought I wouldn't see!

https://thestarphoenix.com/opinion/c...ems-inevitable

[Crisis]

Originally Posted by phone

Its an awkward site as hardly anything else directly fronts Warman Road. I don't see townhouses selling particularly well there, but housing is housing I suppose. Honestly it seems best poised to have some kind of gas station or fast food restaurant. Maybe some kind of civic facility but I can't think of what would be suited to that location.

My recollection is that it was originally a gas station. I don't believe any remediation was done prior to it becoming an ambulance station. So, in addition to having to deal with the awkward location, any developer would also be taking on those costs.

[phone]

Originally Posted by RobD

What is happening with The Spire project. Everything including the renderings on the Meridian website has disappeared. It would be a great looking addition to the skyline.

Giving this a bump -- seems like Spire is dead in the water. Which would be a shame if true. If we get two or three legitimately nice projects a decade in this city, that seems to be all we can handle....

[FactaNV]

Originally Posted by phone

Giving this a bump -- seems like Spire is dead in the water. Which would be a shame if true. If we get two or three legitimately nice projects a decade in this city, that seems to be all we can handle....

Terrible economics for building rn. Same thing in Winnipeg rn, Sutton Hotel on hold, 300 St Mary on hold due to bankruptcy, etc. A bunch of developments lagging. Hopefully the economy stabilizes and the business case for projects gets better.