Canton's Hall of Fame Resort in Financial Crisis - Bankruptcy Looming?

[Mackinbiner]

Canton is in the title of the thread, how about telling us the positives about the city and/or project instead of pulling the thread in a different, combative direction.

Then don't take it down a negative path.

 

[John Lee Pettimore]

Just a couple of points:

I think it is telling that the NFL and the Hall of Fame don't seem financially committed to the project. The NFL is all about making money. If they saw this as a money maker, they'd be supporting the cause with an eye towards it benefiting them down the line.

I've never felt unsafe in or around Fawcett or Benson. Maybe that's because I have been there at busy times, but it has always seemed to me to be one of the nicer and safer parts of Canton.

During busy times at the stadium it's hard to walk 10 feet inside and outside, without seeing security. Thankfully. I'd like to see a little more security in the parking areas though.

 

[John Lee Pettimore]

Then don't take it down a negative path.

When did I do that, I'm speaking the truth.

 

[bootleg]

When did I do that, I'm speaking the truth.

as am I

 

[John Lee Pettimore]

as am I

But Massillon has nothing to do with this thread, please keep that in mind when moving forward. Thank you.

 

[clarkgriswold]

During busy times at the stadium it's hard to walk 10 feet inside and outside, without seeing security. Thankfully. I'd like to see a little more security in the parking areas though.

I usually park in the neighborhoods, though they've cut down some of that. I even park west of Broad sometimes. I stay out of the parking so that I can get in and out fast. The biggest problem with that is the lack of sidewalks and lighting.

 

[John Lee Pettimore]

I usually park in the neighborhoods, though they've cut down some of that. I even park west of Broad sometimes. I stay out of the parking so that I can get in and out fast. The biggest problem with that is the lack of sidewalks and lighting.

So, no sidewalks or lighting in a high crime area where there's expected to be big events? Doesn't do a lot to counter my argument.

 

[Mackinbiner]

When did I do that, I'm speaking the truth.

Just like me.

 

[John Lee Pettimore]

Just like me.

Like you? What did you even say?

 

[Maxie]

as am I

No, you are not. Not even close.

 

[bootleg]

ok how bout this

while some think Canton is a dangerous and dirty place, it could be worse which is a place called Massillon.

lol have fun boys lol

 

[John Lee Pettimore]

ok how bout this

while some think Canton is a dangerous and dirty place, it could be worse which is a place called Massillon.

lol have fun boys lol

Still can't think of anything positive about Canton or the project huh?

Let me put it in layman's terms for you. I'm an investor who is considering putting some of my money into this project but I'm leaning towards not doing it....what would you tell me to change my mind?

 

[clarkgriswold]

So, no sidewalks or lighting in a high crime area where there's expected to be big events? Doesn't do a lot to counter my argument.

On game night, I'm more concerned with getting struck with a car in those conditions, not crime. I can't speak for the other nights. Heck, I'm used to going to games at Hoban and SVSM so maybe I am not an easy scare.

If the project was successful, I'd think the increased traffic would help curtail some crime.

 

[Maxie]

ok how bout this

while some think Canton is a dangerous and dirty place, it could be worse which is a place called Massillon.

lol have fun boys lol

You don’t even believe that.

 

[ghostoflennyd]

Th

So, no sidewalks or lighting in a high crime area where there's expected to be big events? Doesn't do a lot to counter my argument.

The area you are questioning is actually plain township not canton FYI. And that is far from a high crime area . You act like you’re walking down shorb block or something.

 

[John Lee Pettimore]

Th

The area you are questioning is actually plain township not canton FYI. And that is far from a high crime area . You act like you’re walking down shorb block or something.

The area around the stadium has its fair share of crime but I'm talking the city as a whole.

 

[ghostoflennyd]

The area around the stadium has its fair share of crime but I'm talking the city as a whole.

You must count crime like you do state titles.

 

[Maxie]

The area you are questioning is actually plain township not canton FYI. And that is far from a high crime area . You act like you’re walking down shorb block or something.

Some of the land has been annexed to Canton.

 

[ghostoflennyd]

Some of the land has been annexed to Canton.

True and they tore all the houses down, you know how crime just festers on barren vacant land.

 

[Maxie]

True and they tore all the houses down, you know how crime just festers on barren vacant land.

Don’t kill the messenger here. Just stating the facts,??‍

 

[bootleg]

Here are some facts.... the HOF continues to push forward, construction continues....and loons gunna hate. All facts.

 

[my2sense]

Not to confuse the jealous haters, but The HOF, NFL, Johnson Controls, and other partners you prob don't even know are banking tens of millions of dollars on this. I wonder if any of them might have considered the safety of the area around their investment? In other words, are they as knowledgeable about their investment risk as Janet Leigh Pitymore? lol

 

[THE OWNER]

ok how bout this

while some think Canton is a dangerous and dirty place, it could be worse which is a place called Massillon.

lol have fun boys lol

You list Philo as your team is that were your cave is? The armpit of south Zanesville.

 

[bootleg]

Never heard it described as such before, that is grand!!!!!
lol that makes you a creeper

 

[John Lee Pettimore]

Here are some facts.... the HOF continues to push forward, construction continues....and loons gunna hate. All facts.

We've heard this since the last time they shut er down and we'll hear it again in the spring when they shut er down again. Glad that $38,000 electric bill got paid though.

 

[clarkgriswold]

Not to confuse the jealous haters, but The HOF, NFL, Johnson Controls, and other partners you prob don't even know are banking tens of millions of dollars on this. I wonder if any of them might have considered the safety of the area around their investment? In other words, are they as knowledgeable about their investment risk as Janet Leigh Pitymore? lol

I suspect the HOF and NFL's contributions are in lending their names, as opposed to their money, to the project. Otherwise I don't think we'd be seeing this little financing dance.

 

[John Lee Pettimore]

I suspect the HOF and NFL's contributions are in lending their names, as opposed to their money, to the project. Otherwise I don't think we'd be seeing this little financing dance.

Correct, cautiously....the NFL has been in and around Canton enough to be cautious with their money.

 

[John Lee Pettimore]

You list Philo as your team is that were your cave is? The armpit of south Zanesville.

Look at his posting history, for a boy from Philo he sure posts and knows a lot about Massillon, McKinley and the federal league.

 

[John Lee Pettimore]

How many buildings went up today?

 

[wack7]

went by site on 77 and there was construction going on today