Press Release: Commissioners unveil the newest arena design
This in via email from the office Lucas County Commissioners:
Toledo, OH – The Board of Lucas County Commissioners and its downtown Toledo partners today unveiled the newest arena design, as well as an arena website for the public, at a news conference at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo.
After spending the summer listening to public input about their arena, Commissioners outlined a number of new features that will enhance the quality of the arena experience and make the facility a world-class anchor for the downtown.
“The next two years of arena construction will be a great boost to our local economy,” said Commissioner Pete Gerken. “Recognizing the skills of our local labor force, we’ve designed this arena with brick and glass that can be made right here in Lucas County.”
“I’m especially excited about the public art that will be displayed at both entrances of the facility,” said Commissioner Ben Konop. “The breathtaking main entrance is complemented by an outdoor terrace that will offer great views of the downtown skyline.”
“In addition to all its impressive amenities, this arena is designed with a number of key ‘green’ features, including a cool roof and cutting-edge indoor fixtures that will look great and save money,” said Commissioner Tina Skeldon Wozniak.
The arena design process is modeled after the successful design process for Fifth Third Field. Commissioners were joined today by Joe Napoli, General Manager of the Toledo Mud Hens, who spoke about the need to build on public input, because the public is the audience for this facility long-term.
At the same time, Commissioners announced a new public arena website that will feature two live web-cams of the arena site, sponsored by Buckeye CableSystem, and allow the public to learn more about ongoing construction.
The website can be viewed by visiting www.LucasCountyArena.com
The design looks really nice, but I still think that the building will have trouble booking enough dates to come anywhere near not hemmoraging money.
September 11th, 2007 at 3:50 pmyou are correct….. but they won’t tell you that, way over priced, at the acts they do get they will have to charge an ungodly amount of money to go…. Family entertainment….at a unrealistic price
September 11th, 2007 at 3:53 pmTypical negative thinking of people who live in this town.
September 11th, 2007 at 8:35 pmI am not being negative when I state if there is a concert by a group or performer that I enjoy and the ticket prices are 40$ and up, I will not go.
I simply cannot afford it.
I do think that the arena is a good idea and will bring something to the city.
I also do not pay 10$ to see a movie or 4.50 for a diet coke at the theaters either.
September 11th, 2007 at 9:57 pmhey toledo jim….
when they run out of money half way through the project, and they come at you with more taxes, let see how negative you are then.
September 11th, 2007 at 11:30 pmThis “ungodly” amount of money is the same they charge in every town. If it’s a big act, ticket prices are the same nationwide. We may have a lower standard of living here, which is one of the great reasons to live here, but if you don’t want to pay to see your favorite act here locally, don’t go. Not only will you have to pay the same price to see them in Detroit or Cleveland, you’ll have to pay extra for gas. So what are you saying? Is toledo not worthy of good acts because you’re too cheap to go? If I really want to go, I’ll go. This is by and far the weakest and most ridiculous argument I’ve seen pretty much anywhere (the argument being the arena will fail because toledoans won’t pay to see the acts). Given the intersection of Interstates 75 and 80/90, I’d think this would be a great place to create a concert venue, though I think under 10,000 seats is too small. I often travel over 150 miles for concerts. I love a good concert. In fact it is my passion. There are a lot of people like me in this regard. If we create a great concert venue, the people will come.
September 12th, 2007 at 3:01 amAnd frankly NC, I don’t care if you can’t afford it. Many people can, including many outsiders who will poor money into our economy. Think big picture. You’ve once again proven your close mindedness
September 12th, 2007 at 3:07 am“And frankly NC, I don’t care if you can’t afford it.”
And frankly, Kurt, I don’t care that you don’t care.
And by the way, I did say this, Kurt.
“I do think that the arena is a good idea and will bring something to the city.”
September 12th, 2007 at 6:43 amHey Kurt, just wanted to point out a spelling error not that I am editor or anything of the sort.
“who will poor money into our economy”
Poor is kinda apropos,
Ms. Renee-Ward will apply the hug as I am not a hugger.
Will the proceeds from events and so on help lift the people of the city up and help the city prosper, which is a hope we all share.
September 12th, 2007 at 6:55 am