Pho Lien Hoa .... take cash... they don't take plastic

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This was her post about it.

That's really cool.

Oh nice! Good for Zitta she's a cool gal

Oh nice! Good for Zitta she's a cool gal

Agreed. She worked for me years ago. Funny, smart, a little bit saucy, hardworking and full of good ideas. Glad to see someone who cares about that building get a chance to activate it.

Press release:

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Business Leaders Launch the New Greater Oklahoma City Asian Chamber of Commerce

OKLAHOMA CITY (January 25, 2023) - The Greater Oklahoma City Asian Chamber of Commerce board of directors announced today the official kick off for the new organization and its inaugural year during Lunar New Year. Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt joined the celebration by serving as the guest speaker at a media event at the Grand House Asian Bistro in Oklahoma City.

With a growing Asian population and an increasing number of Asian-owned businesses in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area, a group of community leaders and entrepreneurs created the new Asian Chamber with a mission to support the economic growth of the Asian community in the Greater Oklahoma City area.

In addition to Mayor Holt, Gov. Kevin Stitt and Congresswoman Stephanie Bice’s staff shared remarks honoring the contributions of the Asian American and Pacific Islander members who have made Oklahoma and the United States their home.

“Asian American and Pacific Islander residents have made a tremendous impact in the State of Oklahoma and across the nation, serving in vital leadership roles at the local, state, and national level, leading businesses, making breakthroughs in science and technology, building businesses, serving in our military, serving in public office, excelling in sports, arts, education and more,” said Governor Stitt.

“The Asian American and Pacific Islander community is rapidly expanding and has already had positive effects throughout Oklahoma City. The Greater Oklahoma City Asian Chamber of Commerce will empower businesses and allow new growth opportunities throughout Oklahoma’s Fifth Congressional District,” said Congresswoman Stephanie Bice.

ECONOMIC IMPACT
The Asian community is one of the fastest growing populations in the nation, state and city. Locally, the meaningful contributions to the economy have also increased. The 2020 Census data shows that nearly 50,000 Asian residents live in the greater OKC metropolitan area. Surveys show there are more than 5,300 businesses resulting in $203 million in payroll and $1.25 billion in sales.

“We started out with a small group of entrepreneurs from different businesses and backgrounds in early 2022 and quickly grew into a strong and passionate team of prominent business leaders serving as board of directors and committee members,” said Scarlet Le-Cao, the inaugural president of the Greater Oklahoma City Asian Chamber of Commerce. “The Asian population is incredibly diverse, and we want to preserve our cultural heritage and support economic development for Asian communities in the greater Oklahoma City metropolitan area. It is critically important to advocate, represent and provide our communities with valuable tools for their businesses and professions.”

The Asian Chamber will work closely in partnership with other chambers of commerce, the city and state to strengthen the minority business enterprise and workforce. The goal is to establish long-term relationships to build foundational growth for Oklahoma City’s economy.

“For decades, Oklahoma City has been the proud home of a vibrant Vietnamese American community. The Asian community has grown significantly and made a remarkable impact on our neighborhoods and local economy,” said Mayor David Holt of the City of Oklahoma City. “This special Lunar New Year celebration not only marks a new beginning for the chamber and for our city but also promotes unity, spurs innovation and fosters economic growth.”

FOUNDING BOARD OF DIRECTORS
A group of prominent business leaders and professionals make up the founding board of directors including officers Scarlet Le-Cao, president; Mary Nhin, vice president; Victoria Tran, vice president; Chante Sourignavong, treasurer; and Ernest Abrogar, Secretary.

Other board of directors include Cassandra Kalancha, education programs committee chair; Mydazjah Petties, events committee chair; Thao Nguyen-Pham, membership committee chair; Thuan Hieu Nguyen, advocacy committee chair; Valorie J Filippo, board member; Tasneem Ahmad Al-Michael, board member; Mike Hoang, board member; Jacqueline Sit, marketing committee chair; Justin Le, board member; and Victor Flores, fundraising committee chair.

The advisory board includes Roy Williams, Meg Salyer, Ban Nguyen, Nathan Cao and Robert Palmer.

“Our values treasure diversity, innovation, integrity, teamwork and communication, and we are excited as an organization to grow, serve and support our Asian community,” Le-Cao said.

The chamber’s vision statements are:
o To connect, strengthen and advocate for Asian businesses and professionals in the greater Oklahoma City metro by supporting pro-business policies.
o To recruit Asian-owned businesses and Asian talents to areas we serve.
o To facilitate fair and equitable access to opportunities for Asian businesses and professionals.
o To pursue educational and cultural initiatives for the greater Oklahoma City Asian communities.

The chamber’s founding sponsors were officially announced at the event. The sponsors include: Paycom, Chesapeake, Jimmy’s Egg, OKC Thunder, Super Cao Nguyen Market, OG&E, First National Bank, Gooden Group, Full Sail Capital, Nhinja Sushi & Wok, Ninja Life Hacks, True Sky Federal Credit Union, Tinker Federal Credit Union, Stride Bank, Practical Preparedness, THN Insurance, CMM Financial, Navaid Health, and Neuroradiology & Pain Solutions of Oklahoma.

To join The Greater Oklahoma City Asian Chamber of Commerce, to become a sponsor or to learn more, visit asianchamberokc.com.

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I don't see Cyndi Munson in the photo. Was she in attendance?

Sorry I don't know where else to put this but just a couple of days ago bulldozers were working on the NE corner of NW 13th and Classen Blvd. I drove by there today and there are wooden stakes in the ground. Anyone know what's being developed in this small lot?

Sorry I don't know where else to put this but just a couple of days ago bulldozers were working on the NE corner of NW 13th and Classen Blvd. I drove by there today and there are wooden stakes in the ground. Anyone know what's being developed in this small lot?

Believe it’s Primrose School. There’s a thread - I’ll try to link it.

Believe it’s Primrose School. There’s a thread - I’ll try to link it.

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Jenny Nguyen, the owner of BunBox, looks to be adding a Classen Blvd. mural to the long-vacant building just south of Bun Box. It has been called the pink building for a while now, but it is now entirely pink.

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Looks like they’re finally fixing up the water fountain on NW36th and Classen at Memorial Park. New paint on the interior
Of the base.

Looks like they’re finally fixing up the water fountain on NW36th and Classen at Memorial Park. New paint on the interior
Of the base.

Yes, I live right by the fountain. There were several issues that they had to address. For one, the fountain was seeping water. they tried to seal it and it didn't work. they are doing other upgrades along with getting it sealed up.

One of my favorite uses of that fountain:


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One of my favorite uses of that fountain:


https://youtu.be/o0AOG7ciuJo?si=8m7o8wP0YEJ9nh3F

I wish that Wayne Coyne wasn't entirely up his own ass. I genuinely like a lot of his music. Sometime in the late 00's early 10's he really crossed the rubicon from eclectic and artsy to drug addled douchebag. Coincidentally, the Flaming Lips have not put out a strong album since the 00's.

Drove by the Fountain today and it's working! So pretty!

Drove by the Fountain today and it's working! So pretty!

It has been flowing for about three days now and it looks great. So far so good!

I wish that Wayne Coyne wasn't entirely up his own ass. I genuinely like a lot of his music. Sometime in the late 00's early 10's he really crossed the rubicon from eclectic and artsy to drug addled douchebag. Coincidentally, the Flaming Lips have not put out a strong album since the 00's.

But they just keep drawing the crowds and touring heavily, including overseas. They have a strong following. Sorry you don't like Wayne.

I wish that Wayne Coyne wasn't entirely up his own ass. I genuinely like a lot of his music. Sometime in the late 00's early 10's he really crossed the rubicon from eclectic and artsy to drug addled douchebag. Coincidentally, the Flaming Lips have not put out a strong album since the 00's.

Majority of critics also disagree with your last sentence. Lol. Like, look at the metacritic scores, which are a conglomeration of scores from critics.

Not sure what your comment had to do with the Asian District, but it being a wrong one needs to be called out.

Fyi, today and tomorrow in the Asian District.

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meaning Classen is closed between 23rd and 26th... They started closing it down yesterday and was fully closed this morning.

Majority of critics also disagree with your last sentence. Lol. Like, look at the metacritic scores, which are a conglomeration of scores from critics.

Not sure what your comment had to do with the Asian District, but it being a wrong one needs to be called out.

Oh, the Metacritic scores? The sacred, unquestionable gospel of human opinion. I must’ve forgotten that I was supposed to cater to the almighty critic consensus. And you're right, because clearly, nothing says "Asian District" quite like an irrelevant, nit-picky tangent about my wrong comment. Thank you for bringing this crucial oversight to light. I didn't enjoy My Fwends, Oczy Mlody, or King's Mouth and I think they are easily their worst albums. If you ran into a drunk Wayne Coyne and co. as many times as I have you may not like him all that much either.

Chinatown Market has filed plans to expand. Don't know if this would be an addition or replacement for the current market which would then be repurposed. They would build in the dirt lot (where there is tons of illegal parking) to the south.

This is no less than the third big project proposed for this site, so we'll see if it actually happens.


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The definately need a major improvement in their parking situation.

I hope this happens. Super Cao Nguyen is showing it's age and lack of upkeep, although they recently installed all new freezers and coolers. It's only "nice, clean and modern" compared to Chinatown. I wonder if Golden Phoenix will maintain the space they have. Hopefully they don't go anywhere. They are one of the better Chinese restaurants in town and right now, the best Dim Sum.

It is against city ordinance to park on unpaved surfaces, yet they tore down what was there, left the broken sign, and started parking on the dirt several years ago.

If anyone reported this, they would have to stop or properly pave and build according to design review.

They have put up some ugly fencing and plastic screens (also not approved) around the perimeter to try and mask what they've been doing and to hide the weeds and piles of rubble. There is also a container sitting in the dirt and covered in graffiti.

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