Edmonton Construction 11 (November 2011) - Page 436

MalcolmTucker · #**8701** Posted **Aug 14, 2013, 9:02 PM**

Fox didn't have a very deep foundation iirc. Two levels?

EdmTrekker · #**8702** Posted **Aug 14, 2013, 10:15 PM**

Quote:

Originally Posted by etown

I'm sure their staff would appreciate some natural light/windows but I can't see it happening. DynaLife is owned by a US private equity firm and it is a cash machine form them. I don't see them splurging on AAA space.

They will not be staying downtown.

Coldrsx · #**8703** Posted **Aug 15, 2013, 12:50 AM**

Fox is 3 beneath grade and 5 above I believe.

Coldrsx · #**8704** Posted **Aug 15, 2013, 2:08 PM**

Off to the City again this AM to meet with SD to discuss the incorporation of 'green strategies' into existing zoning/regulations. Ie. solar/pv, solar hot water, green roofs, wind, etc.

CMD UW · #**8705** Posted **Aug 15, 2013, 3:10 PM**

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hallsy's Toupee

Correction for all of us: DynaLife.

That implies a suburban location. I don't want them to leave downtown...hate to lose another employment node to the burbs.

They are taking up both floors of the AIMCo podium, so that's why I figured they would be a good candidate for office tower space.

I'd rather have retail in the podium.

At the end of the day DynaLife wouldn't pay the rates....they currently have a sweetheart deal.

Coldrsx · #**8706** Posted **Aug 15, 2013, 4:57 PM**

Nice little infill/reclad just west of downtown Edmonton

Current

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7394/9475297037_094522ae66_c.jpg)

(http://limelight124.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/gallery3.jpg)

(http://limelight124.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/gallery10.jpg)

http://limelight124.com

kcantor · #**8707** Posted **Aug 15, 2013, 5:09 PM**

Quote:

Originally Posted by CMD UW

I'd rather have retail in the podium.

At the end of the day DynaLife wouldn't pay the rates....they currently have a sweetheart deal.

it's not just "the deal", sweetheart or not...

firstly, they receive and process samples from all of their labs in the edmonton area as well as samples that arrive from edmonton hospitals and samples that arrive through airports etc. a central/downtown location was determined at the time as being advantageous from a logistics/operational perspective and that criteria probably still has more impact than just rates even if the results may change from what they used to be.

secondly, they are operating a level three lab at this location. it's not the sort of use you can just pick up and move into any building at any location utilizing any old mechanical and/or air handling and exhaust system. for the same reason - dealing with bio-hazardous material operationally as well as for waste - it's not the sort of use you can just pick up and move at a moment's notice. again, the type of space they need - regardless of where it is secured -and the costs of constructing it such that they can carry on their core business activities will likely have more impact than just rates.

240glt · #**8708** Posted **Aug 15, 2013, 5:39 PM**

^^ More of a retrofit I'd say

Nice looking enough.. why is the marketing so tacky ? Reminds me of most condo marketing programs

"Lime".. seems to be "on trend" these days as well. I hope it's a temporary name. Next year it'll be avacado-something

Airboy · #**8709** Posted **Aug 15, 2013, 5:46 PM**

Karen Leibovici Has opened her Campaign office in the Old Rogers Space on Jasper and 112st.

Coldrsx · #**8710** Posted **Aug 15, 2013, 6:21 PM**

Would love to see a bunch of this style on 124st and 105ave

(http://wpmedia.life.nationalpost.com/2013/07/duke-condos.jpg?w=620)

Coldrsx · #**8711** Posted **Aug 15, 2013, 7:37 PM**

Dear stakeholder,

As you are already aware, the City of Edmonton has been developing a master plan to guide the redevelopment of Queen Elizabeth Park. This master plan carefully considers uses in the park throughout all seasons. It offers areas for quiet contemplation as well as active programming, including a bike skills park. The master plan also recognizes the rich cultural heritage of the area and includes a public art park component, including Canada's first curated art park dedicated to Aboriginal artists.

The Queen Elizabeth Park Master Plan report and is now complete and will be available on the project website Friday, August 16th.

The Queen Elizabeth Park Master Plan will be presented to the Community Services Committee of Council, for approval, on Tuesday, August 20th. A copy of the Council report is available here (Refer Item 6.3). If you want to speak to the master plan then please contact Rhonda Norman (780-944-5642) and she will assist you in registering to speak.

Thank you all for your interest and involvement in the development of the Queen Elizabeth Park Master Plan. We look forward, along with you, to realizing the true potential of this important park in our wonderful river valley.

http://www.edmonton.ca/city_government/projects_redevelopment/queen-elizabeth-park-plan.aspx

Coldrsx · #**8712** Posted **Aug 15, 2013, 7:48 PM**

New toboggan hill!!!

Coldrsx · #**8713** Posted **Aug 15, 2013, 8:03 PM**

2013 -$1mil avail to get planning going etc.

2015-18 cap budget - $6.5 mil

Remaining $17mil over the next 6 years with completion in 2023.

240glt · #**8714** Posted **Aug 15, 2013, 8:42 PM**

CMD UW · #**8715** Posted **Aug 15, 2013, 9:31 PM**

Quote:

Originally Posted by 240glt

^^ More of a retrofit I'd say

Nice looking enough.. why is the marketing so tacky ? Reminds me of most condo marketing programs

"Lime".. seems to be "on trend" these days as well. I hope it's a temporary name. Next year it'll be avacado-something

It caught your attention didn't it...that seems like the name worked.