chances14 227 Report post Posted December 5, 2012 potential sites for a new arena https://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msa=0&msid=216014297652617491162.0004d00d4eb148c7dc212&ie=UTF8&t=h&ll=42.334946,-83.06282&spn=0.022207,0.036478&z=14&source=embed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeftWinger 4,908 Report post Posted December 5, 2012 If Ilitch builds a new state of the art arena with the "old school" charm of what the Olympia had I bet many here won't feel so bad about leaving the Joe. ya, just like the Old School charm of Tiger Stadium he built into Comerica....It will be nothing but a cookie cutter arena based on the new Pittsburgh and Columbus arena's...and it will be named something by the highest bidder regardless of where the HQ is for that bidder...ie Comerica Park HQ'd in Texas. I would love to see an Olympia style arena and I am sticking by my name of Cadillac Centre. (Not only for GM ties but mostly for Antoine Laumet de La Mothe, sieur de Cadillac...founder of Detroit.) One of you guys LONG ago made up a "Olympia" type rendition of a new arena, you shold repost it in this thread. 1 F.Michael reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Seraph 240 Report post Posted December 5, 2012 I moved downtown not too long ago and my apartment's view is right toward the huge parking lots behind the Fox Theater. I can post pictures for you guys when they start construction (or now, if anyone is interested in seeing empty lots). But I think strategically that spot fits the mold of what Ilitch is describing. The other side of Woodward is pretty happening with the other stadiums, Chili's, and other bars/restaurants. That's where all the action is on game days for the Tigers and Lions. On the other side there is Hockeytown cafe and then a bunch of nothing. I think putting the stadium there really completes the picture. Plus it's right on the Grand Circus Park people mover stop. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NeverForgetMac25 483 Report post Posted December 5, 2012 I've got such mixed feelings about this. My brain knows that it will be great for downtown and the city in general, but my heart can't understand why hockey would be played anywhere other than JLA. That was the beauty of the Lambeau Field $295 Million renovations. Same historic and sentimental feel, with modern day luxury. Win, Win for Packer fans. Pre-Renovation: Post-Renovation: And the new $130 Million seating addition, jumbo-trons and further upgrades will be done for the start of next season. That will make Lambeau the 4th biggest in the NFL. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hillbillywingsfan 792 Report post Posted December 5, 2012 Whats sad is I have never gotten to watch a game at the Joe and probably never will=( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amato 3,210 Report post Posted December 5, 2012 Whats sad is I have never gotten to watch a game at the Joe and probably never will=( Well if we have hockey this year, that'd be your chance.. Probably next year too but good luck! the joe is a great place, hope you make it there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chances14 227 Report post Posted December 5, 2012 Well if we have hockey this year, that'd be your chance.. Probably next year too but good luck! the joe is a great place, hope you make it there. i think this is going to be 4 or 5 year process. it's going to take probably at least a 2 years to finalize the plans and then another 2-3 years to build the arena Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evilzyme 769 Report post Posted December 5, 2012 i think this is going to be 4 or 5 year process. it's going to take probably at least a 2 years to finalize the plans and then another 2-3 years to build the arena While building an arena that sized in the location it is, the city will most likely push for them to get this thing done asap to attract the population to spend money in a much needed market (downtown). Detroit is going through some rough times right now, and the city is basically bankrupt. This arena could really start to motivate and accelerate the market of downtown. I know the building process is going to take awhile, but I certainly think the city will be pushing for them to get this thing done asap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chances14 227 Report post Posted December 5, 2012 While building an arena that sized in the location it is, the city will most likely push for them to get this thing done asap to attract the population to spend money in a much needed market (downtown). Detroit is going through some rough times right now, and the city is basically bankrupt. This arena could really start to motivate and accelerate the market of downtown. I know the building process is going to take awhile, but I certainly think the city will be pushing for them to get this thing done asap. i was watching the local detroit news last night and they said that it will be a year and half at the earliest before the plans are finalized Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kipwinger 8,440 Report post Posted December 5, 2012 ya, just like the Old School charm of Tiger Stadium he built into Comerica....It will be nothing but a cookie cutter arena based on the new Pittsburgh and Columbus arena's...and it will be named something by the highest bidder regardless of where the HQ is for that bidder...ie Comerica Park HQ'd in Texas. I would love to see an Olympia style arena and I am sticking by my name of Cadillac Centre. (Not only for GM ties but mostly for Antoine Laumet de La Mothe, sieur de Cadillac...founder of Detroit.) One of you guys LONG ago made up a "Olympia" type rendition of a new arena, you shold repost it in this thread. Comerica definitely does not have an "old stadium" charm but I think the stadium is still very representative of the city in its own right. Given that it's an industrial city I don't think it's an accident that the stadium was built with that rough I-beam look to it. I think it's very much meant to be representative of the heart and soul of the city, regardless of whether it's along the model old stadium. You're right though, old stadium it's not. I'm all for this new arena, but I can't help but wonder what this will mean for Cobo Joe's? They probably ought to start looking for a new home too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,469 Report post Posted December 6, 2012 Tax payer funding has been approved by Michigan Senate; http://www.tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=411053 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest The Axe Report post Posted December 6, 2012 The Y. 2 55fan and Hockeymom1960 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeftWinger 4,908 Report post Posted December 6, 2012 (edited) I can't help but wonder is for some reason Mr I doesn't make it to see the Grand Opening that it would very appropriate to name it after him..... The Illitch Centre of Entertainment Arena sounds nice.... or affectionately the The I.C.E Arena... Edited December 6, 2012 by LeftWinger 3 Hockeymom1960, 55fan and F.Michael reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vladdy16 2,154 Report post Posted December 6, 2012 I'm resigned to a new arena, but I'm not thrilled with their choice of funding by any means. It will take forever to recoup that money for the education system, which needs it far more than Mr. I does. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Carman 387 Report post Posted December 6, 2012 As a Detroit resident of 16 years of my life. f*** it spend the money, it can't get any worse and I want a new arena. Should I feel bad? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,469 Report post Posted December 6, 2012 I'm resigned to a new arena, but I'm not thrilled with their choice of funding by any means. It will take forever to recoup that money for the education system, which needs it far more than Mr. I does. I agree with this, I would rather see it called the all-state centre or something then take more money from the already desperate education fund. The education system is already in shambles. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cusimano_brothers 1,655 Report post Posted December 6, 2012 What's this...state funding for a new arena and a new bridge linking Windsor and Detroit? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,469 Report post Posted December 6, 2012 What's this...state funding for a new arena and a new bridge linking Windsor and Detroit? Don't worry just when you thought things were about to get good for Michigan, the mayans will swoop in and ruin it for you 1 55fan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cusimano_brothers 1,655 Report post Posted December 6, 2012 This explains why I couldn't find a "2013 Mayan Calendar" at calendars dot com. 2 55fan and Euro_Twins reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,469 Report post Posted December 6, 2012 This explains why I couldn't find a "2013 Mayan Calendar" at calendars dot com. That made me laugh hysterically, thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
schulzte 18 Report post Posted December 13, 2012 (edited) I know many of you have seen this before, but I've redone the Website and cleaned up the drawings. This is the last time I'm going to do it, but I wanted to get them as nice as I could. Here are a couple pics, but visit http://www.newolympia.blogspot.com to see the new web site. Edited December 14, 2012 by schulzte 1 F.Michael reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted December 17, 2012 I'm interested to see how this goes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hiei 192 Report post Posted December 17, 2012 Get it signed. Get it Designed. Get it planned. GET IT BUILT. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krayzie_Bone 58 Report post Posted December 18, 2012 I hope the name isent the little caesers center or something. Im thinking like Detroit Arena or Detroit Motor arena or something like that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chances14 227 Report post Posted December 18, 2012 if i would have to guess, it will be called amway arena Share this post Link to post Share on other sites