On Item 2, I prefer the Firehouse Commons proposal. It best preserves the history of the location. I do not believe downtown needs another Mexican or BBQ restaurant.
I like the speakeasy / restaurant combo most for the firehouse location but agree that we don’t need more bbq or Mex food. What seems missing downtown is Italian or maybe a test kitchen/upscale food court format with the speakeasy. I’m opposed to the gym (sweaty people not hanging on square) and the event center (design).
Regarding the City/Church swap, I understand the church plans to sell this property and invest the proceeds in local charities. The hard corner will be taxable eventually. So I’m in favor of this.
I remember meeting you at some kind of social event in downtown Garland. You were getting signatures on a petition for bringing in an actual liquor store here in Garland. I thought that this would've been a great idea - not because I would hit that store up on the daily, lol, but because it would be convenient. Also, why are we giving our money to Rowlett?
Another potential worry is parking downtown. I think the area is booming faster than available parking - Lockwood Distillery, The Owl Icehouse - these are large places that will attract a lot of customers. We hit up a favorite Tex-Mex restaurant downtown when we can and parking is getting a little dicey. We're healthy and we don't mind walking but what about people that may have some challenges?
We attempted to get the State Legislature to pass a bill allowing for liquor sales in Garland. The liquor lobby came out against it as it would cost them more to expand their distribution network and the bill was modified to allow for bars in Garland if is put to a vote. The Council has not decided to move forward on that due to some negative externalities.
The parking limitations of downtown are certainly a concern, and I hope that this will provide a market signal to a developer to build a structured parking garage as part of a future development. Meanwhile, we have the garage behind City Hall and the Oaks 5th Street Crossing garage that is available to the public. I use the garage all the time and seldomly see the ADA spaces in use so I hope people with mobility challenges can utilize those spaces.
The liquor lobby? What? If they are a liquor lobby why is it it costing more? I don't get it, who are they lobbying for - Rowlett? Why is the Council just giving up without a fight? Keep it going, this is actual dollars. Garland is huge, we should have our own structure.
Don't give up. Not because I want a drink, people are going to drink no matter what.
As far as parking - you're hoping? I don't know man, it's not going to be user friendly for some.
I would like the City to please consider the elderly more. Which try to be self sufficient,but can not afford to work on big projects in our homes. Be it age or disability . We still take pride in our surroundings especially the looks of the homes and property.
On Item 2, I prefer the Firehouse Commons proposal. It best preserves the history of the location. I do not believe downtown needs another Mexican or BBQ restaurant.
Thank you for sharing your opinion.
I like the speakeasy / restaurant combo most for the firehouse location but agree that we don’t need more bbq or Mex food. What seems missing downtown is Italian or maybe a test kitchen/upscale food court format with the speakeasy. I’m opposed to the gym (sweaty people not hanging on square) and the event center (design).
Regarding the City/Church swap, I understand the church plans to sell this property and invest the proceeds in local charities. The hard corner will be taxable eventually. So I’m in favor of this.
Hi Dylan,
I remember meeting you at some kind of social event in downtown Garland. You were getting signatures on a petition for bringing in an actual liquor store here in Garland. I thought that this would've been a great idea - not because I would hit that store up on the daily, lol, but because it would be convenient. Also, why are we giving our money to Rowlett?
Another potential worry is parking downtown. I think the area is booming faster than available parking - Lockwood Distillery, The Owl Icehouse - these are large places that will attract a lot of customers. We hit up a favorite Tex-Mex restaurant downtown when we can and parking is getting a little dicey. We're healthy and we don't mind walking but what about people that may have some challenges?
We attempted to get the State Legislature to pass a bill allowing for liquor sales in Garland. The liquor lobby came out against it as it would cost them more to expand their distribution network and the bill was modified to allow for bars in Garland if is put to a vote. The Council has not decided to move forward on that due to some negative externalities.
The parking limitations of downtown are certainly a concern, and I hope that this will provide a market signal to a developer to build a structured parking garage as part of a future development. Meanwhile, we have the garage behind City Hall and the Oaks 5th Street Crossing garage that is available to the public. I use the garage all the time and seldomly see the ADA spaces in use so I hope people with mobility challenges can utilize those spaces.
The liquor lobby? What? If they are a liquor lobby why is it it costing more? I don't get it, who are they lobbying for - Rowlett? Why is the Council just giving up without a fight? Keep it going, this is actual dollars. Garland is huge, we should have our own structure.
Don't give up. Not because I want a drink, people are going to drink no matter what.
As far as parking - you're hoping? I don't know man, it's not going to be user friendly for some.
Gail Barrett
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I would like the City to please consider the elderly more. Which try to be self sufficient,but can not afford to work on big projects in our homes. Be it age or disability . We still take pride in our surroundings especially the looks of the homes and property.
I encourage you to sign up for our Garland Cares program https://www.garlandtx.gov/4552/Garland-Cares-Compliance-Assistance-Prog if you have issues maintaining your home. We just rolled out this program today and are trying to spread the word.