If they could pick it up and rotate it so that the shiny new entrance faces the street instead of the highway, it would make a world of difference to me. Most people park in Bricktown or CBD and use the "boring" side to enter and exit. I'm sure there was architectural justification to it, but seems like a missed opportunity.

It will face the new boulevard and Central Park when they're finished.

Holy crap he's responding to himself now.

No offense but you guys are nuts. I may agree with DocThunder but I certainly don't know him nor are we the same person. Same thing to the poster that said I was OKVISON4U. I really wish you would take the time you spend with the accusations to just email Pete and he could clear that up in a few seconds. You all are starting to make me mad because my posts have changed quite a bit from when I was hurting some you your estrogen laden feelings by my affinity for taller buildings and our lack of them. You all are even attacking Panda now and he is one of the best posters. I think you all are sometimes just a bunch of cry babies and like to complain. Heck I even had one guy private message me calling me names because he didn't like my posts. That is pretty sad when you are that bothered by posts on a public forum you feel the need to email someone and harass them. I mean seriously who does that unless they have some big time issues because their is some crazy stuff going on in this world. People dying form diseases, losing their jobs, country and world in chaos, and something like some posts that they don't like cause them to email and make threats. Sad deal.

Anyone else go to the Comedy Get Down tonight at CHK Arena? George Lopez, Cedric the Entertainer and others. Eddie Griffin was outrageous and funny. Raunchy as heck but a funny show overall. Some good Okla. heat jokes.:rolleyes:

I did and didn't get home until about five in the morning. It's rare that I can find something to do from almost sun down to sun up during the summer months. Hopefully we can get more quality acts like this while I'm still young enough to shake it off and make it into the office by Monday morning.

I was there I enjoyed Eddie griffin as well. And yes they were all very funny. Great night last night.

Im in AWE! Good for you!:cool:

Just announced, Dave Matthews Band at The Peake on 5/17/2016. I've only ever seen them outside either at an amphitheatre or outdoor stadium, so seeing them indoors should be interesting.

Why do they close Reno for Thunder games and concerts at CHK?

They had it closed off tonight for Jason Aldean.

Why on earth close a 4-lane road when you have tons of people trying to get to parking for the event?

Why do they close Reno for Thunder games and concerts at CHK?

They had it closed off tonight for Jason Aldean.

Why on earth close a 4-lane road when you have tons of people trying to get to parking for the event?

Because of the amount of foot traffic walking from convention center parking into the arena. They consistently close it so everyone learns to go around. Induced demand or something.

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People crossing the street from Cox only come out in two places: Along Robinson where they already have cross guards in addition to the street lights, and the middle of the block.

Why not just put another pedestrian crossing light there instead of closing the whole bloody street for hours?

Haven't they closed that part of Reno dating back to when the arena first opened and the north side was the main entrance?

If I recall right, then it doesn't even matter anymore why closing the stretch started. It's now simply: We've always done it that way.

Terrorism fears?

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People crossing the street from Cox only come out in two places: Along Robinson where they already have cross guards in addition to the street lights, and the middle of the block.

Why not just put another pedestrian crossing light there instead of closing the whole bloody street for hours?

could also be to prevent a car bomb from being parked next to arena, that's just speculation but I can see the logic.

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People crossing the street from Cox only come out in two places: Along Robinson where they already have cross guards in addition to the street lights, and the middle of the block.

Why not just put another pedestrian crossing light there instead of closing the whole bloody street for hours?

I notice that Reno between the Cox and the Peake is full of limo's and large buses after the game to pick people up. It's practically a parking lot out there for about an hour.

good point, isn't that where Thunder Alley used to be?

I've noticed other cities close streets as well, there are several that close here in Seattle for Seahawks and Mariner games (their stadiums are in close proximity) and the police are out directing traffic for hours before, during, and after games and events. .... Im not sure if every other city does it like this but at least know that OKC isn't alone.

Hot Rod, yes, but I think T Alley developed there in part because it was already being closed. My memory may be incorrect, but I think that stretch was being closed for near every event, if not every event, even before the Hornets were playing here. Concerts, revivals, just any event at all.

They won't be able to continue this practice for long, as the streetcar will be running straight through there.

They won't be able to continue this practice for long, as the streetcar will be running straight through there.

They would still let the street car pass, just not anyone else.

They won't be able to continue this practice for long, as the streetcar will be running straight through there.

After the games, they also close Robinson just west of the arena and all of Reno for 1 block west of Robinson south of the MBG. This allows the pedestrians a safer exit from the arena.

There's already a mid-block crossing...

There's already a mid-block crossing...

They've tried it a handful of times in the past, especially when Shields was closed.

OKC pedestrians are too stupid/impatient to use the crosswalk, they try and weave through the stopped traffic even when the crosswalk is enabled for pedestrians. Walking an additional 20 feet is too taxing for people here.

ya, I don't think OKC is unique with closing these corridors for events. It probably has a LOT to do with the way the entire block/area is designed (or not properly designed) for large amounts of pedestrians. We have similar problem with our 'stadium district' here in seattle which also was NOT designed for large amounts of people (but instead was designed for large amounts of cars). We MUST close it off in order for the massive crowds to enter and vacate; I suspect OKC is similar.

They've tried it a handful of times in the past, especially when Shields was closed.

OKC pedestrians are too stupid/impatient to use the crosswalk, they try and weave through the stopped traffic even when the crosswalk is enabled for pedestrians. Walking an additional 20 feet is too taxing for people here.

Oh, quit. People take their cues from the built environment. They use crosswalks when the built environment and streetscape dictate it. Pedestrians are an after thought in the planning of that street and they act accordingly. The use of crosswalks has more to do with the planners than the pedestrians.

ya, I don't think OKC is unique with closing these corridors for events. It probably has a LOT to do with the way the entire block/area is designed (or not properly designed) for large amounts of pedestrians. We have similar problem with our 'stadium district' here in Seattle which also was NOT designed for large amounts of people (but instead was designed for large amounts of cars). We MUST close it off in order for the massive crowds to enter and vacate; I suspect OKC is similar.

Went to the TobyMac concert at the BoK Center in Tulsa a few weeks ago. They close off 3rd St on the south side of the arena most of the winter as that is where their ice skating rink is. They put up some cheesy lights too. I think it's a fair comparison to closing Reno as 3rd St is one of the few exits from downtown directly west.

Oh, quit. People take their cues from the built environment. They use crosswalks when the built environment and streetscape dictate it. Pedestrians are an after thought in the planning of that street and they act accordingly. The use of crosswalks has more to do with the planners than the pedestrians.

Before an NBA game, watch the people flooding out of the CCC heading to the 'Peake. There is a mid-block large pedestrian crossing but people walk across wherever they meet the street. I am not exaggerating, the mindset here is so non-pedestrian that it is comical.

I wonder if Chesapeake or the owners will be updating the signage on the arena to reflect Chesapeakes new logo?

I wonder if Chesapeake or the owners will be updating the signage on the arena to reflect Chesapeakes new logo?

My wife works at Chesapeake and she said that the logo on the arena will be updated after the season is over.

This one is a few months old, but I know the audiophiles and geeks of OKCTalk will enjoy this one. It's about the new adaptive sound system in the arena.

http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/ac2d9f2b#/ac2d9f2b/51

These will be the new signs:



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Eewww. Yuck.

I'm no graphic designer, but I gotta say, I don't care for that Chesapeake logo. It looks like they stuck an L in it.

I'm no graphic designer, but I gotta say, I don't care for that Chesapeake logo. It looks like they stuck an L in it.

I'm assuming that's supposed to represent horizontal drilling? That's what I thought when I saw the new logo at least.

I'm no graphic designer, but I gotta say, I don't care for that Chesapeake logo. It looks like they stuck an L in it.

I read it as "Chelseapeake" at first as well...

What a waste of money, especially for a company that doesn't have money to waste.

I'm a graphic designer, and I think it's horrible as well. It's not going to stand out or show up very well on the outside of the building. I don't see what is wrong with the current logo in the first place. I understand that companies are going for a more simplistic and modern approach to their designs and marketing nowadays to keep up with trends, but I believe this has gone a couple steps too far (especially with the amount of money that was spent doing this). I also think it looks a lot cheaper too.

I'm assuming that's supposed to represent horizontal drilling? That's what I thought when I saw the new logo at least.

It is.

CHK really took a step backwards with this one. Looks very generic and bland

Looks like a big green "L."

Which, in social media terms for basketball teams, isn't a good combo haha.

hmm, not a big fan of this change

Will they bid this signage project out?

Devon's logo update 7-10 years ago was great. This, not so much...

At what point do we need to start thinking about building a new arena for the Thunder? I don't know how long these things are supposed to last. 10 more years? 15? 20?

At what point do we need to start thinking about building a new arena for the Thunder? I don't know how long these things are supposed to last. 10 more years? 15? 20?

Preferably 20 - 25 years.

The Chesapeake Energy Arena (formerly Ford Center) opened in 2002; then renovated in 2010. We probably won't need to replace the Peake for quite some time like 2025-30.

That's when the city should start plans for a new 20,000 seat arena/major 75,000 seat football stadium complex which could cost anywhere from $1.8 to $2.5 billion.

:D :D :D Put OKC in a position to lure the Seattle Seahawks... :D :D :D

At what point do we need to start thinking about building a new arena for the Thunder? I don't know how long these things are supposed to last. 10 more years? 15? 20?

The clock has not started running yet. The reason the Key Arena needed replaced wasn't because of its age, it was because it didn't have sufficient luxury boxes. Those were a new thing that became big right after the Key was renovated. And it couldn't really be refitted to hold them either.

Right now, there have been no big structural changes to the way arenas are built. The Chesapeake is as up to date as any other arena. The clock won't start ticking until somebody comes up with some new way of making money with them and it requires a new building.

I didn't like the new logo at first, but I have to admit, it has grown on me over the past couple months. With the company going through such dramatic change, it was time for something new.

Preferably 20 - 25 years.

The Chesapeake Energy Arena (formerly Ford Center) opened in 2002; then renovated in 2010. We probably won't need to replace the Peake for quite some time like 2025-30.

That's when the city should start plans for a new 20,000 seat arena/major 75,000 seat football stadium complex which could cost anywhere from $1.8 to $2.5 billion.

:D :D :D Put OKC in a position to lure the Seattle Seahawks... :D :D :D

I hope this is mostly a joke

Why?

Anybody going to monster jam tonight?

New logo going up on arena

In time for playoff TV exposure?

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CITYWIDE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION

PROPOSITION NO. 7
(DOWNTOWN CITY ARENA)


PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
COSTS
Repair, renovation, remodeling and improvement of the City’s Downtown Arena at 100 W Reno, now called the Chesapeake Energy Arena, which may include related design, engineering, real property acquisition, infrastructure, drainage, utilities, roadways, parking, exterior site improvements, equipment, furnishings, landscaping, irrigation, fencing and technology improvements; and, expenses of the bond issue.
$8,865,000

We need to keep our arena up-to-date with the latest technology & repair necessary to keep our anchor (NBA Thunder) tenant; continue to be in a position to bid for future events. The nearby new convention center & hotel complex could play a key role in what we attract.

http://www.abetterlifeokc.com/images/331_orig.jpg

CITYWIDE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION

PROPOSITION NO. 7
(DOWNTOWN CITY ARENA)


PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
COSTS
Repair, renovation, remodeling and improvement of the City’s Downtown Arena at 100 W Reno, now called the Chesapeake Energy Arena, which may include related design, engineering, real property acquisition, infrastructure, drainage, utilities, roadways, parking, exterior site improvements, equipment, furnishings, landscaping, irrigation, fencing and technology improvements; and, expenses of the bond issue.
$8,865,000

We need to keep our arena up-to-date with the latest technology & repair necessary to keep our anchor (NBA Thunder) tenant; continue to be in a position to bid for future events. The nearby new convention center & hotel complex could play a key role in what we attract.

I wonder if these improvements will allow the Thunder Alley watch party to return?

I wonder if these improvements will allow the Thunder Alley watch party to return?

Thunder Alley prob won't return...being the streetcar will be running right through there. They could set it up on a closed (and median divided) northbound Robinson.

They just recently (couple years ago) finished upgrading the arena. What on earth could it need now? I am not against upgrades just trying to figure out what the arena needs.

a huge widescreen video/scoreboard like at the Toyota Center in Houston would be nice

a huge widescreen video/scoreboard like at the Toyota Center in Houston would be nice

New video board. A new first level bar restaurant on the opisite side from the jack daniels bar. A few 3rd level sit down bars are on the list in needs As well as a thunder locker room renovation.

The Chesapeake arena needs to be more accessible to big name concerts and other events than currently. While they have got a little better this year, a look at the future has 2 acts (one on successive nights) in July. 1 act in Aug. 0 in Sept. and 1 in Oct.
Additionally when the Thunder get into the playoffs they need to open the arena for away games like they do in other markets. If they want taxpayers to fund these improvements, than the improvements should benefit the taxpayers, not just the primary tenant.

It's a city owned facility, who else is going to pay for improvements? The beauty of MAPS is there's no debt on the facility when we start using it. The beast of MAPS is now it's on us to not let it crumble. I'm not saying if we don't pour money into it constantly it's going to crumble, but we shouldn't let a thousand cuts (maintenance/improvement issues) lead to death. The reality is, like it or not, we've got to stay competitive with our arena or we lose the team. It's the plight of any big league city.

In the grand scheme of things, I feel like $8M every few years to keep the CHK competitive with other big city arenas is a pretty minor investment.