Quote:I think a single stand alone casino (not a Vegas style destination resort) would be an absolute home run for the shipyards. Combine it with shops, pubs/clubs, high rise condos/apartments and something like an observation wheel.  

 

I still think relocating the baseball park there could also be a good idea. Angle it towards the skyline.

 

Across the river on the huge amount of vacant property put an aquarium or if you really want to go big a Six flags with a singular focus on coaster/thrill rides.

 

 

 

But wait, we’re talking about Jacksonville (which I love btw), so nothing is going to happen. We’re dreaming too big.  

 

You're not thinking too big - if you can come up with the funding. And I thought casinos aren't allowed in Florida, unless you're affiliated with the Seminole tribe (the real ones.)

 

I know people like to make fun of the taxpayers as uneducated rubes, but they (we) have been burned more than once regarding the Shipyards, so cut them some slack when they roll their eyes when they hear some politician asking for tax money to help a billionaire "improve" the city.

 

Some people are still waiting for their dividend check from Wayne Weaver for the profit he made from the sale of the Jaguars. 

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