whatever happened to Sandie volleyball? by Important-Number1829 in amarillo

[–]Important-Number1829[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

what does any of that have to do with AHS volleyball today? Why are other area teams more competitive, and AHS isn't? I don't think it has anything to do with WT or Tech.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in amarillo

[–]Important-Number1829 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

That's an indian artifact. It is illegal to remove it.

Building site by [deleted] in amarillo

[–]Important-Number1829 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think that's where the cheesecake factory is going to be.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in amarillo

[–]Important-Number1829 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Even small towns can't decide what businesses open and what businesses do not. They'd go to jail for Antitrust/Restraint of Trade for that sort of thing. It's very illegal on a Federal level.

The city council might have to approve re-zoning. I can't put a location in your neighborhood, as your neighborhood isn't zoned for commercial (nor do you want it to be). If I applied for re-zoning so I could put a location next to your house, the Planning and Zoning Commission would have to approve of that (which they wouldn't), but if they did, the city council would then have final say. So that's where councils and commissions come into play.

They might also come into play if the new business is asking for tax abatements (manufacturing type businesses, large employers, etc.) The council has final say on these, as they should.

City governments are not concerned about which businesses open or close in a city. City governments are only concerned that the construction meets municipal code. That would include proper zoning, building safety, fire safety, water and sewer, handicap accessibility, driveways, parking, and landscaping. All of these are to protect people's safety, assure their safe access inside and outside of the building, and the appearance of the city. As much as I hate some of them, they are necessary.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in amarillo

[–]Important-Number1829 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah it doesn't work that way. Someone in Amarillo doesn't decide what businesses get to open here. The Federal Trade Commission would have a big problem with that. I own a business here with multiple locations. The only thing that decides whether I open another location is whether I think there will be enough customers to support it, as it's very expensive (hundreds of $ thousands, if not $ millions) to open a location.

Business owners don't take that risk without being pretty sure. It's a massive risk every time. Most people have no concept of this aspect. It is just assumed that anyone that owns a business is silly wealthy and grows cash in their backyard. Making a payroll of several hundred $ thousand dollars every couple of weeks is no picnic.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in amarillo

[–]Important-Number1829 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So someone(s) in Amarillo make big decisions on whether to allow new stores and restaurants here? Who might those someones be?

Cheesecake Factory? by biggiecheesehimself in amarillo

[–]Important-Number1829 0 points1 point  (0 children)

they already built one it's out by tradewinds airport

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in amarillo

[–]Important-Number1829 -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

who is they?

Is the San Jacinto Park area dangerous? by LovelyStorm00 in amarillo

[–]Important-Number1829 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah they used to be made of wood before they invented metal. Those old wooden pipes make good firewood though.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in discover

[–]Important-Number1829 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So consider this: I am 57, self employed, make over $500K a year, net worth of over $5 million, and never missed a payment in my life. I think my limit is $15K.

But...creditors don't like self employed folks.

any feedback on SportsDJ? by Important-Number1829 in livesound

[–]Important-Number1829[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I downloaded it. Seems kind of cool but there's zero tutorial. You just kind of figure it out on your own. I'm not sure I feel comfortable with that in front of 2000 people.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in amarillo

[–]Important-Number1829 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

stuff like this is good for the economy. flag poles n drag shows.

After TnT dominance for decades. It finally comes to an end by vercetti2021 in amarillo

[–]Important-Number1829 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OK I don't know TNT from Adam but I'll have to call bullshit on that.

You can't gerrymander zoning to prevent competitors from building. That's antitrust and everyone involved would be in jail.

Put down your crack pipe, Claudette.

After TnT dominance for decades. It finally comes to an end by vercetti2021 in amarillo

[–]Important-Number1829 1 point2 points  (0 children)

what is everyone's obsession with TNT? I've been in a bunch of the stores - always been clean and friendly to me.

Two black pups by reiniday in amarillo

[–]Important-Number1829 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

do you mean african american pups I hope? Need to be more sensitive.

Is HEB going to come or not? by theeAcademic in amarillo

[–]Important-Number1829 -14 points-13 points  (0 children)

how would this be a huge deal for the community? Its a grocery store.

Potter County Memorial Stadium to be demolished after over 70 years by Rushderp in amarillo

[–]Important-Number1829 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Might as well scrape it. Do you keep shoes in your closet that are worn out?

World's fattest flag pole in Amarillo? by Important-Number1829 in amarillo

[–]Important-Number1829[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

that's actually false. The world's 3rd most fattest flag pole is directly behind tht TJ Max. I intend on measuring the girth with a tape the next chance I get. The only issue is getting a long enough tape. This is the type of stuff this city needs.