EMvette Posted June 2, 2011 Report Share Posted June 2, 2011 Hey Guys, I hope you have been trying to follow the approval process for the new Cooper Park Complex at the old Cooper Stadium. If not, go to this website: http://www.coopertalk.com There is a very important Columbus City Council meeting coming up on Tuesday, June 21st, where they are going to hear input from the community before they make their final decision the next week. If we get enough supporters to show up, it is almost guaranteed to get the 'thumbs up'. If you are a fan (or participant) of Drifting, AutoX, Circle Track, or car shows, Cooper Park Complex will have a direct positive impact on your activities. If you want to help make CPC a reality, we can really use your support now. Please look at the information on the above website. If you can attend the public meeting, it will be greatly appreciated. If not, please take the time to call Mayor Coleman's office: 614-645-7671 and City Council: 614-645-7830 to voice your support. We are told that council will be keeping a close eye on calls of support that come from the community prior to their meeting. Thanks, BeerMan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted June 2, 2011 Report Share Posted June 2, 2011 (edited) I had an off-the-record convo with City Council...they would love to see people from outside of Columbus talk about how this would bring activity/business to Franklinton/Columbus. Any help there would be greatly appreciated...can you guys mention something to Cleveland, Cinci, Dayton racing forums, car forums? Left a VM with Greg at Mayor Coleman's office, BTW. Edited June 2, 2011 by zeitgeist57 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jizzle Juice Posted June 2, 2011 Report Share Posted June 2, 2011 Hmmm....This would be sweet. I havent been following tho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codyh Posted June 3, 2011 Report Share Posted June 3, 2011 Im almost for sure gonna call and maybe show up. I have known of this plan prolly since last june when my boss at the golf course was saying how we need this track... I cant wait for it! Hopefully it passes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franchi Posted June 3, 2011 Report Share Posted June 3, 2011 Hell I'll give em a ring in the morning. That would be sweet to have a facility like that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs.cos Posted June 3, 2011 Report Share Posted June 3, 2011 We really need a strong showing at this June 21st meeting. Seriously. The village idiots fighting this will be there. A positive automotive community showing would be aces for our side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codyh Posted June 3, 2011 Report Share Posted June 3, 2011 No burnouts... -.- please.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EMvette Posted June 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 The new Cooper Park website just went online. Go to: http://www.cooperparkcomplex.com There is a place to click where you can have a letter automatically generated & sent to the Mayor and City Council voicing your support. It only takes a few seconds. Please do it today. Tell your friends. Shoot a note out on you facebook. Time is very short. Thanks, BeerMan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted June 7, 2011 Report Share Posted June 7, 2011 I called in to All Sides with Ann Fisher this morning...they were talking about CPX again, and the meeting on June 21st. Keep up the support, people! :thumbup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs.cos Posted June 7, 2011 Report Share Posted June 7, 2011 Dont forget to like the Facebook page as well! http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cooper-Park/149614291729096 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Posted June 7, 2011 Report Share Posted June 7, 2011 Signed. I may come to the meeting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franchi Posted June 7, 2011 Report Share Posted June 7, 2011 I just linked that to the Ohio car shows group I help run on FB, that should get few folks in on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pontiacfreak142 Posted June 7, 2011 Report Share Posted June 7, 2011 im gonna try to show up to the meeting, but sent that letter already Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EMvette Posted June 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 Tomorrow's the big day for the big city council meeting to discuss approving the Cooper Park project. I was confronted by one of the opponents yesterday who claimed their side is going to show up in force tomorrow. He did everything except claim they were going to give us the beatdown of the century. (Pretty bold for a 65 year old man from German Village) Listen guys, this meeting is a BIG deal. City council wants to see if there is support for the project. Do whatever you can to be there, and show the city that local auto enthuiasts support this project. Better yet, grab a neighbor and/or friend & bring them with you. If you don't know where to go or how to get there give me a call at 614-578-1215. If you can't make it for the 5:30 beginning, come down late anyway. We can't let our dream of a fun new racing facility get defeated by a bunch of tree huggers from GV. Special meeting - 5:30pm Columbus City Council 90 W. Broad Street - 2nd floor Columbus, OH 43215 Free parking available after 5pm. See you there. BeerMan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trouble Maker Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 How late does it go? I can't get there until at least 6. How do we show that we are there in support of this project and not there against? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 I'll be there. Celebrations are on me for everyone in attendance. (if everything passes, of course!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckeye1647545503 Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 Ill keep it in mind if I get off in time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EMvette Posted June 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 How late does it go? I can't get there until at least 6. How do we show that we are there in support of this project and not there against? I just got out of a meeting that covered this stuff. The best guess is that the meeting will go 3+ hours. So if you can't make it at 5:30, please come late. We will have free "For Cooper Park" shirts for supporters that show up. One of our people should be at city hall to greet you when you get there & show you how to get to council chambers. I just found out that the "free" parking lot only holds about 30 cars, so here are a few options: 1/ We will have a bus (of the school variety) running a route through Franklinton picking up people from 4pm-6pm. The best way to catch this bus is to park at either Tommy's Diner on Broad St. or Franklin Plaza at Broad & I-70. (Look for the person with the Cooper Park sign.) 2/ Use carpools to save space. 3/ You can park in the LeVeque Tower parking garage. You would have to pay for parking, but I'm told it's the best option. If you get on the bus, we will have free refreshments & possibly some sandwiches. Please use this service if you can. Let's do it guys. BeerMan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jizzle Juice Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 I'll try and shoot over after work. Rocking my honda gear haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Apex Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 I should be back just in time for this, the bus option will be perfect as I will be on the west side. Count me in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rally Pat Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 BTW, anyone who cannot make it, the number listed in the first post is incorrect, its 614-645-7380 I called and voiced support for the complex. I suggest anyone that cant attend the meeting do so as well, since apparently they are paying close attention to the phone support. It literally takes just a second. The person asks you your name, your zip code, and if you are in favor or not. Also called the Mayor's office, as well. Same deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs.cos Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 I just got out of a meeting that covered this stuff. The best guess is that the meeting will go 3+ hours. So if you can't make it at 5:30, please come late. We will have free "For Cooper Park" shirts for supporters that show up. One of our people should be at city hall to greet you when you get there & show you how to get to council chambers. I just found out that the "free" parking lot only holds about 30 cars, so here are a few options: 1/ We will have a bus (of the school variety) running a route through Franklinton picking up people from 4pm-6pm. The best way to catch this bus is to park at either Tommy's Diner on Broad St. or Franklin Plaza at Broad & I-70. (Look for the person with the Cooper Park sign.) 2/ Use carpools to save space. 3/ You can park in the LeVeque Tower parking garage. You would have to pay for parking, but I'm told it's the best option. If you get on the bus, we will have free refreshments & possibly some sandwiches. Please use this service if you can. Let's do it guys. BeerMan Excellent, ill be there for the bus! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frenchy chan Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 i think i might come out, but i'll have my kids in tow.... is it ok to bring my kids?? i promise they will be good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franchi Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 Just called and talked to the guy who is taking all the info, it literally does only take few seconds. Name, zip, in favor and done. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs.cos Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 i think i might come out, but i'll have my kids in tow.... is it ok to bring my kids?? i promise they will be good! I cant see it being a bad thign, as long as they are pretty good.. Crayons and Coloring book for entertainment? (or something like that?) Hell, im bringing my kitting so i can keep from fidgeting.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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