First National Center

[zefferoni]

Is Golden Dragon still there? Does anyone know if he'll relocate? I don't know what I'd do without those delicious breakfast bagels.

[Laramie]

Is Golden Dragon still there? Does anyone know if he'll relocate? I don't know what I'd do without those delicious breakfast bagels.

As far as I now they are still open.

Last time we had our monthly (brothers) gathering was on March 30, 2016. Just don't know what will become of the Golden Dragon; they just smile whenever we ask about possible relocation; maybe they know something we don't know.

[Urbanized]

I eat there every couple of weeks and have been going in for decades, going back to when they were in their previous space. I talk to Ken every time I go in, and he has no plan. He is looking for space, but is probably going to end up being priced out of the CBD, which would be a big shame.

[Laramie]

I eat there every couple of weeks and have been going in for decades, going back to when they were in their previous space. I talk to Ken every time I go in, and he has no plan. He is looking for space, but is probably going to end up being priced out of the CBD, which would be a big shame.

Yes, Ken is an individual you value as an owner. Wish there was any way we as customers can help.

[Teo9969]

If they were to back out (and I'm not saying that I think they are), I'd be glad they were admitting that the project is too much for them to handle rather than trying to fit a square peg into a round hole.

[Canoe]

The tinder box owners told me the building is down to 5 tenants. Maybe they can renegotiate a better deal.

[Anonymous.]

The underground @ First National is closing 07/31/2016. So basically the tunnels are split @ that point.

[Of Sound Mind]

The underground @ First National is closing 07/31/2016. So basically the tunnels are split @ that point.

Just received this notice: "We have just been notified that First National Center is closing its doors on Sunday, July 31st. This will mean there will be no skywalk access to or through that building."

[Pete]

The decision to close the building was made by the receiver, not the potential buyers / developers.

Although the buyers and developers are quite optimistic everything is going to move forward, they are just being methodical in their process.

[Kemotblue]

Wow July 31st I need to get there this week and take pictures and look at that lobby ones last time and hope it reopens soon with much more grandeur.

[Anonymous.]

I was up there checking it out about a month ago. Such a cool area. Updated facilities with the old charm can really be something special.

[UnFrSaKn]

http://newsok.com/feed-the-children-...rticle/5513064

[shawnw]

Ffs

[Pete]

I believe all this means and there will be yet another claim to be paid (to Feed the Children) out of the proceeds of the sale and it shouldn't make any difference to those in the process of buying the complex.

[HangryHippo]

I believe all this means and there will be yet another claim to be paid (to Feed the Children) out of the proceeds of the sale and it shouldn't make any difference to those in the process of buying the complex.

Any word on when the sale is supposed to close (assuming this latest claim gets lumped in with the others and paid out of the escrow)?

[Pete]

I talked to Gary Brooks a couple of weeks ago and he said he is "absolutely" optimistic about being able to close and go forward, just lots of details to work out.

[HangryHippo]

I talked to Gary Brooks a couple of weeks ago and he said he is "absolutely" optimistic about being able to close and go forward, just lots of details to work out.

Excellent news.

[ljbab728]

As per Steve:

http://m.newsok.com/article/5517076

Feed the Children is agreeing to release claims blocking the sale of First National Center and will instead join the fight over proceeds that will be placed in a court-ordered escrow account.

This is as expected but it's good to have one more possible obstacle eliminated.

[Pete]

Happy to report things still moving forward here, slowly but surely.

Everyone involved -- the future buyers/developers, the judge, the City, the receiver -- are all pulling on the same rope and very committed to getting this done.

It seems everyone has the 'failure is not an option' mindset and are busy sledding through the various obstacles.

[baralheia]

Excellent news! I can't wait to see the FNC come back to life! Is there a rough estimate on when the sale is expected to close, and also for redevelopment to begin?

[Celebrator]

Happy to report things still moving forward here, slowly but surely.

Everyone involved -- the future buyers/developers, the judge, the City, the receiver -- are all pulling on the same rope and very committed to getting this done.

It seems everyone has the 'failure is not an option' mindset and are busy sledding through the various obstacles.

Great to hear. Love how this town bands together like this.

[Pete]

Great to hear. Love how this town bands together like this.

There honestly seems to be a now-or-never attitude and absolutely no one wants the never option.

Like the Skirvin, this is all very complicated with lots of different moving parts. But there doesn't seem to be any thought that they won't find a way to make this happen.

[edcrunk]

I was told a month or two ago that the Hotel would be managed by The Ambassador / Paul Coury. Anybody else heard this?

[Pete]

I was told a month or two ago that the Hotel would be managed by The Ambassador / Paul Coury. Anybody else heard this?

Yes, I can confirm. They will operate several food and beverage locations within the complex as well.

Also, in the Developer's Forum hosted last night by the Oklahoman, Gary Brooks said they hope to close on Jan. 11th.


So, we are getting very close to seeing things start to move forward there. Exciting stuff and will be the biggest downtown story for a while.

[Pete]

I was told a month or two ago that the Hotel would be managed by The Ambassador / Paul Coury. Anybody else heard this?

Yes, I can confirm. They will operate several food and beverage locations within the complex as well.

Also, in the Downtown Year in Review hosted last night by the Oklahoman, Gary Brooks said they hope to close by Jan. 11th.


So, we are getting very close to seeing things start to move forward there. Exciting stuff and will be the biggest downtown story for a while.