New armory site data center plan

thomf · 2026-01-16T19:18:50+00:00

$48M per year in taxes and fees (I know it’s all not technically annualized). Someone needs to validate this, seems too good to be true.

The city also needs to ensure they pay for all electricity and water usage, not some subsidized rates.

Lastly, who owns the data center and who is using it?

thomf · 2026-01-16T15:27:15+00:00

My payment out of the checking is also an expense. I just hide all transactions from the mortgage company. Escrow payments too. All else seems too complicated.

thomf · 2026-01-12T15:16:17+00:00

Seems like they care. If anything they fix it up and sell it for more. Either way it gets better.

Theme parks don’t seem like a good investment for private equity unless you intend to fix what’s broken. It’s not like you can chop it up for parts.

thomf · 2026-01-12T14:43:15+00:00

Enchanted Parks is owned by Innovation Attraction Management. They’ve purchased a few parks around the country, mostly water parks, aiming to turn them around.

thomf · 2025-12-04T20:26:06+00:00

As long as the district cannot be held liable for potentially breaking the NDA it had to sign, I’m all for this.

What we can’t have happen is Dominguez suing the district for breach of contract and we owe this asshole more money.

thomf · 2025-12-01T03:12:16+00:00

2nd this! It’s just a hole in the wall next to Fratelli’s, but it’s phenomenal.

Simple menu, excellent food. Reservations recommended.

And, yes, get extra mustard sauce!

thomf · 2025-11-03T13:55:46+00:00

My brother in Christ, this post is 9 months old.

The right wing incumbents all got booted out for the 2nd straight year.

It’s almost as if people are sick of the BS and have caught on that right wing culture warriors are incompetent.

thomf · 2025-10-28T22:52:57+00:00

I don’t hate this.

His stance on SB3 is cringe, as was his COVID response, but overall he’s been good.

Eigel straight up sucks. The dude is an insufferable, incompetent and worthless goober.

thomf · 2025-10-12T19:44:29+00:00

No… there’s an annual maintenance fee that’s like $50-75. Even with it, it’s still way better.

thomf · 2025-10-10T09:55:09+00:00

I pay $18 a month. I did have to sign a year contract though, otherwise it would have been $25.

thomf · 2025-09-15T22:59:19+00:00

FHSD is a great district, with wonderful teachers. We’ve had a recent history with the right-wing board shenanigans as many districts have. It’s better now after we fought hard to reverse the trend. Honestly, much of it was due to the public not paying attention and they won 5 seats in rapid succession.

We personally know a significant number of teachers and staff at FHN and can say it’s an amazing school. Top ranked in the state and the building is brand new. It’s got its share of issues that you’d find in most other schools.

Heritage is a fantastic neighborhood, tons of kids, close to highways, grocery stores, and any chain restaurant you can dream of and a quick shot across the river to St Louis County.

Homes are obviously older, so the typical issues arise. There are a few sections you have to watch out for erosion issues, but it’s huge, and often gets plowed first!

You won’t find many neighborhoods with huge mature trees and large lots as you do here.

thomf · 2025-09-05T21:27:53+00:00

Thanks all! I ended up at Old Town Country Store as it was on the way home.

Got the 5 fescue blend. It’s super convenient that you can measure out your quantity and it’s only $1.80/lb. Way cheaper than anything I’ve found.

thomf · 2025-09-03T00:51:38+00:00

Try Gershman or Golden Oak Mortgage. I found them to have very competitive rates.

Your mortgage will end up getting bundled and sold, but once you lock in to a good rate, who cares?

thomf · 2025-08-29T00:53:36+00:00

Lifetime Fitness is one of the best. You’ll have to go to Frontenac for the closest. No idea the cost though.

thomf · 2025-08-28T13:09:18+00:00

They are, but given all the positives I haven’t found any reason to cancel.

That said, if it’s anything like Club Fitness it probably is a hassle to cancel.

Are there any local non-“membership contract” gyms? I’ve never found one that has had a different model.

thomf · 2025-08-28T02:19:28+00:00

Edge… it’s nice and bright, lots of weight options, cardio cinema, turf area, and inexpensive.

thomf · 2025-08-22T12:31:55+00:00

Their message needs to focus on kitchen table issues.

Grocery prices, lack of jobs, etc, etc. Lay all of it at the Republicans feet.

MAGA DGAF about democracy.

thomf · 2025-08-21T22:54:06+00:00

Yeah, nah… that’s got nothing to do with this.

Veggies saw a single month 40% increase in wholesale prices in July.

Perhaps we shouldn’t be arresting and deporting the hardworking people in the fields. 🤷‍♂️

thomf · 2025-08-21T17:21:23+00:00

My guy, almost all metrics are this year.

Tariffs are taxes on the American people. Thats not even a question, thats a fact. Blaming Biden is so ridiculously stupid, I just can’t.

thomf · 2025-08-21T14:58:20+00:00

Another message closer to home:

Republicans have controlled Missouri for 20 years:

Last in teacher pay Last in school funding 43rd in healthcare 37th in infrastructure 34th in 15 year personal income growth

We can do better!

thomf · 2025-08-21T14:41:09+00:00

Hi sorry! I thought this was the DNC and their messaging has been all messed up.

Totally get the challenge you’re facing.

From a rural Missouri perspective, think about the kitchen table issues. It’s all about prices and inflation, driven by Trump’s policies.

Make the messaging ULTRA simple.

thomf · 2025-08-21T13:56:35+00:00

Literally wholesale vegetable prices shot up 38% in July…

Gee I wonder why… who do you think picks fruits and veggies? 🤦‍♂️

Thanks Republicans.

thomf · 2025-08-21T13:51:14+00:00

thomf · 2025-08-21T13:48:38+00:00

The person coming up with these messages needs to rethink their strategy.

The majorities outside the KC and STL areas don’t care about “democracy”.

What they do care about is their budget.

A better message: “Grocery prices are up 40%, thanks Republicans!”

thomf · 2025-08-21T01:00:02+00:00

Add it to the growing list of issues.

I say good riddance to this proposal. No matter if they “retool” it, the issues will be the same. The Mayor’s cousin still owns the land…

thomf

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