CITIZENS ADVISORY GROUP- MARCH 2, 2015 6PM AT THE "Q" ...

CITIZENS ADVISORY GROUP -MARCH 2, 2015 6PM AT THE " Q"
   What to expect ?
   Well LT, the man who brought the chargers back from losing to winning football. Thats gonna be nice to see him there if anything ..Moral, spiritual support. Now expect alot of people to show up and speak up... 

   My take: enough is enough.. 13 years and counting , we need to find a location!! 
For me.. whats wrong with THE "Q"
 Why I love that spot..
1) Its free way friendly .. to the 15 , 5 , 805 , 8,, etc.. 
2) Trolleys go right there for people who don't want to drive or risk their cars getting egged on or whatever.. or those that love to drink and let others drive you home.. 
3) Its central to the San Diego area.. Anyone and everyone has a good idea how to get there,, any other location , will mean a relearning of location directions.. In other words,, its known to everyone in the community.

Now if I had to think of other sites,,

1) I love the Chula Vista area,, I mean there is 200,000 plus people living in that area of San Diego.. so that would be nice spot .. There are plenty of freeways access , so to speak, but it would be terrible on game days for residents there,, but one day out of the week, its not bad,, but the again,, I don't live there and we all know when someone lives at their place,, they all love or we all love our peace and quiet.. 

2) Chula Vista is a growing city with vibrancy and plenty of things to do,, You have malls, you have theatre's, nice eating places,, and of course its a city of the wealthy inclined.. They could probably seel quite a few of those luxury box seats that the NFL wants,, and the city wants to grow and expand.. I mean.. The Chargers, Aztecs, High school football, soccer ,, rock concerts, etc.. It will make Chula Vista a even more happening place to be.. if not already!?!

Any other sites?
 1) Oceanside,, too far and not really San Diego,, but if they can find a feasible location why not.? But don't count on it..

2) Downtown,. the old bus /trolley storage lots.. ?? Nice, but it would be a tight fit,, and to be honest,,, it would cost too much to make it stadium feasible.. I mean.. Taking out those trolleys and buses , now where do you place them.. and parking would be a mess , unless you created parking garages with 3 - 4 floors like what we see at casinos.. It would end the  tailgate scene,, that I'm not really into , but I know there is die hards that like that.. 

But the main topic,, is finacials,,, ?
!) who is going to pay for it? The NFL will pitch in ?, The Owners.. The San Diego tax payers.. that's the biggest question or forseen  issues are
  The San Diego tax payers are usually the older , retired from the navy conservative thinking that.. W would rather have better infrastructure, a larger Airport ,, etc.. are more needed, than a football team that has done some great things.. but?? Have never won a championship,, I'm sorry the 1963 AFL Championship with 8 teams doesn't mean a World Championship.. Because ,, when they merged into the NFL.. That team was average at best,, so the logic they could of , would of beaten the NFL champs of that year,, I wouldn't bet on it., But its an argument,, but an argument your [probably going to lose.. 
   Tonight we need : 
To decide on a location or locations,, 
2) The money guys need to come up with a financial plan.. what it will cost? 
     Who is going to pay?
     How much does it cost for each tax payer in San Diego? 100 dollars a year, for the 2 million plus , for how many years> etc.. At least as a tax payer you have an idea ,, if  its worth it.. Despite the highest taxes in the nation,, The San Diegans pay high prices for the dining , for the entertainment , the scenery , the gas, the electric the everything.. San Diego is called the Americas finest city,, but it is also one of the most expensive places,, to live in,, but its does cost each of us,, money from our pockets when we pay for gas, food, electric,, etc.. But paradise costs , just like anything else in life.. that's worth having.. 
Bottom line:
 Lets stop messing around,,,, !!
1) decide on location
2) Show me the money.. How much will it cost , and who is going to pay for it? and how much ?4
3) Check your ego's and lets get together and make it happen.. If the bolts mean so much for the city,, the mayor and council members and the  the citizens,, need to decide and make it happen,, Because LA wants a team.. Be it the rams, the raiders , or the chargers..I know, alot of people think its a bluff, perhaps,, but business is business,,, anyone that sees a opportunity,, a great businessman , takes advantage.. of any chances available.. and the chargers are like no other team.. if they can work a deal,, they are going to make it happen.. Loyalty is one thing, but the color of money is another.. I mean,, The Spanos family would love to see their team estimated at a higher level.. For example,, The Clippers , were sold for 2 billion dollars,, do the math.. the chargers could be sold for that and then some,, who wouldn;t want to make that leap? But lets hope,, this meeting tonight, gets the wheels turning,, but don't be surprised, behind close doors ,, the chargers are working or trying to work out a deal with others.. Its just makes good business sense,, something alot of San Diegans  don't think about, or prepare for.. THE NFL is money machine,, and the SAN DIEGO citizens need to think big picture,,!! and make San Diego,, grow leaps and bounds,, I mean,, La Jolla Shores, Torrey Pines, Chula Vista, Mira Mesa,, Mission Valley, we have places to see and enjoy,, but without a Football team and a place people want to see and attend.. Don't expect anything.. San Diego is a tourist driven city ,, and with the Chargers, they have that entity people will recognize,, But we will see.. ? Tonight,, Lets hope cooler heads prevail, because,, the San Diego Padres,, are making strides in making them a San Diego friendly team.. They have made moves.. and making moves to relevant.. Do the chargers have the same resolve,,, we will find out tonight and the days going forward.. Lets see what happens,, but 13- 14 years and counting.. and now true plan ... I can understand the Spanos,, frustration.. But don't be angry if they do what good business men do.. they are looking for bigger and better things for themselves and their future's,,, Are the chargers worth it,,? We will find out very soon..But if anything,, Lets have a productive night and finally have something with substance,,, in order to Save your bolts,, Forget the past ,, and lets live for the future and sometimes,, you have to take a chance, a risk,, in order to gain... But talking needs to stop,, and lets get this done.,.. Enough is enough and lets the powers to be,, Work together and make it happen.!!, and Lets hope tonight.. is the start of a new beginning for SAN DIEGO ECONOMY .. and its place in the USA , as the true Americas Finest City.. Put up or shut up ,, !!!Until my next sports blog,,, Have a great time,,
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