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by muncien
14 Oct 2019 10:08
Forum: Rail + Guided Transit
Topic: TexRail
Replies: 178
Views: 173961

Re: TexRail

A commuter rail network managed by NCTCOG makes perfect sense and would be great to see one day. I've always said that having a commuter network for the area is hugely important for creating a viable transit system, and having it operated by NCTCOG will allow DART to focus more specifically on impro...
by muncien
08 Oct 2019 09:40
Forum: Suburban + Exurban Development
Topic: Las Colinas/North Irving Development
Replies: 1515
Views: 1313950

Re: Las Colinas/North Irving Development

TMF Updates... Pacheco's Taco Bar is now in the middle of their soft opening... Place looks cool enough. Small inside / outside bar, several tv's with the games on etc... If the tacos are good people will come! Mama Tried is having a Grand Opening this Thursday & Friday. They have 9 bands playi...
by muncien
08 Oct 2019 09:12
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: DTD: Farmer's Market 1.0
Replies: 283
Views: 245941

Re: DTD: Farmer's Market 1.0

R1070 wrote:Glad to see this lot developed!
I’m excited about future infill in the East Quarter and Farmers Market areas.


No doubt! This also almost guarantees that a decent sidewalk will FINALLY go in along COMMERCE! Rejoice!
by muncien
03 Oct 2019 09:09
Forum: The Bus + Roads/Highways/Bridges
Topic: DART: Bus system
Replies: 105
Views: 115386

Re: DART: Bus system

Another D-Town doing a transit study. Sound familiar? https://www.denverpost.com/2019/10/02/rtd-ridership-transit-reimagine-genova/ Seems their issues are very similar to DART’s. Build out a rail network and let the bus system languish. Has anyone here ever ridden Denver's rail network? Wow... you ...
by muncien
02 Oct 2019 16:25
Forum: Suburban + Exurban Development
Topic: Las Colinas/North Irving Development
Replies: 1515
Views: 1313950

Re: Las Colinas/North Irving Development

I didn’t see this reported. They tore down the three townhomes that were started by the convention center DART station. Additionally, they are adding one AT&T 5G small cell in front of Water Street and I believe a Verizon one across the street from the music factory. Such a waste... but shouldn...
by muncien
02 Oct 2019 10:06
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Uptown Dallas: 1899 McKinney (McKinney/Akard/St. Paul Triangle)
Replies: 75
Views: 67795

Re: Uptown Dallas: 1899 McKinney (McKinney/Akard/St. Paul Triangle)

Based on the property footprint here, I think the hight makes perfect sense. Can't say the same for it's neighbors though. :)
by muncien
26 Sep 2019 12:55
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Design District 1.0
Replies: 115
Views: 82296

Re: Design District 1.0

The DD has an oppertunity like few other to create an awesome little network of pedestrian alley ways that link various business/resturaunts/lofts etc., if they repurpose their network of former rail right of ways. There are tons of them, and they all conveniently link to existing or prosed trails, ...
by muncien
25 Sep 2019 09:55
Forum: Rail + Guided Transit
Topic: Silver Line
Replies: 401
Views: 423531

Re: Silver Line

Do you really think cities will just leave people out to dry without any public transit? I hope not. First Uber/Lyft are way more expensive than the bus.Until autonomous technology can FULLY supplement drivers; it's not even a viable option. Secondly, even if autonomous vehicles become the norm. Do...
by muncien
25 Sep 2019 09:09
Forum: Rail + Guided Transit
Topic: Silver Line
Replies: 401
Views: 423531

Re: Silver Line

Why don't you go tell the UTD student/staff population that you don't think they deserve rail service because they live in the middle of "nowhere?". Never mind that DART has TWICE had to buy more buses and expand the scope of Route 883 (the UTD shuttle to Cityline) because of exploding ri...
by muncien
24 Sep 2019 09:37
Forum: Rail + Guided Transit
Topic: TexRail
Replies: 178
Views: 173961

Re: TexRail

The DART train to DFW was scary af when I used it... a lot of people arguing and fighting with each other and the smell of urine was noticeable... When the train stopped at DFW, no one got off... they were just using it as a mobile shelter. It may have been because it was early morning and cold out...
by muncien
20 Sep 2019 08:52
Forum: Rail + Guided Transit
Topic: Silver Line
Replies: 401
Views: 423531

Re: Silver Line

DART breaks ground on Silver Line along the old Cotton Belt corridor The plan is to have the Silver Line operating in three years. https://www.fox4news.com/news/dart-breaks-ground-on-silver-line-along-the-old-cotton-belt-corridor I had no idea we were so close to ground breaking on this project. Tr...
by muncien
17 Sep 2019 15:09
Forum: Rail + Guided Transit
Topic: Autonomous Vehicle Thread
Replies: 75
Views: 77418

Re: Autonomous Vehicle Thread

https://www.forbes.com/sites/greggardner/2019/09/17/uber-to-collect-mapping-other-data-for-possible-autonomous-service-in-dallas/#305112e2aa4e Uber To Collect Mapping, Other Data For Possible Autonomous Service In Dallas Uber will expand data collection for potential autonomous vehicles in Dallas, ...
by muncien
17 Sep 2019 09:03
Forum: Suburban + Exurban Development
Topic: Las Colinas/North Irving Development
Replies: 1515
Views: 1313950

Re: Las Colinas/North Irving Development

I've been watching the work here too. Is it crazy that I've always really thought this was a really cool building? I'm very interested to see how the makeover turns out. Not crazy... haha. It may not be tall or shiny, but it is unique (in a good way), and a welcome sight in the sea of bland, 80's o...
by muncien
13 Sep 2019 13:13
Forum: Suburban + Exurban Development
Topic: Las Colinas/North Irving Development
Replies: 1515
Views: 1313950

Re: Las Colinas/North Irving Development

DBJ reporting that a Fortune 20 company has signed a lease for 200,000 sq ft in Las Colinas... That's a pretty significant chunk! I have a few guesses- could just be that McKesson or ExxonMobil is looking for more space in the area, or possibly Verizon is needing more space. I don't think this is a...
by muncien
06 Sep 2019 14:51
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas: AMLI Fountain Place (562 FT / 46 ST)
Replies: 789
Views: 804350

Re: Downtown Dallas: AMLI Fountain Place (562 FT / 46 ST)

My favorite aspect about this is that it locked in a permanent structure that compliments and continues the vision for this development. Imagine if something had been built next to the original tower that had nothing to do with that architecture and style. No kidding... Remember when they announced...
by muncien
06 Sep 2019 13:32
Forum: Suburban + Exurban Development
Topic: Las Colinas/North Irving Development
Replies: 1515
Views: 1313950

Re: Las Colinas/North Irving Development

Sambuca should have permits in-hand any day now for their Music Factory concepts. Should see work started in the next week or so. It's basically 3 concepts. Kitchen 101- Grilled meats and prepared foods for quick grab-n-go or dine-in.. They'll have an open kitchen in the middle where they'll grill ...
by muncien
05 Sep 2019 15:58
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: DTD: Farmer's Market 1.0
Replies: 283
Views: 245941

Re: DTD: Farmer's Market 1.0

Oh man... Great pics Matt. Those were the days I remember... Miss that.

I dig all the new stuff too... But, there is more than enough room to get an actual veggie shed in play (minus the drive-thru of course).
by muncien
05 Sep 2019 13:33
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: DTD: Farmer's Market 1.0
Replies: 283
Views: 245941

Re: DTD: Farmer's Market 1.0

I do love what the 'Farmers' Market has become. What was once a nasty little corner of downtown that you happened to be able to find a massive assortment of veggies a basement prices, is now an awesome little area with half million dollar townhomes, fancy little vendors, a place to grab a beer and s...
by muncien
03 Sep 2019 13:12
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: DTD: Farmer's Market 1.0
Replies: 283
Views: 245941

Re: DTD: Farmer's Market 1.0

I will have to check out the Farmers Market again. I used to go every two weeks or so. But with the transition, there were days when there wasn't a single produce vendor available. After about six months of extremely limited produce, I finally gave up. I did enjoy the shed and other vendors, but a h...
by muncien
03 Sep 2019 12:26
Forum: Suburban + Exurban Development
Topic: Las Colinas/North Irving Development
Replies: 1515
Views: 1313950

Re: Las Colinas/North Irving Development

Nothing earthshattering here by any means, but I do like how this apartment complex will make use of it's location on the water by providing paddle boards and kayaks to residents... The Legacy at Lake Carolyn: Urban Living with Lakeside Flair https://www.rees.com/about/news/05312018-0943 DMN version...
by muncien
03 Sep 2019 09:21
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: DTD: Farmer's Market 1.0
Replies: 283
Views: 245941

Re: DTD: Farmer's Market 1.0

tamtagon wrote:Correct me if I'm wrong... but isn't the point of a farmer's market to be a place where people buy stuff and prepare it at home?


There was once a time when a plethora of vegetables could be aquired at the 'Farmers' Market. :?
by muncien
28 Aug 2019 14:55
Forum: Suburban + Exurban Development
Topic: Las Colinas/North Irving Development
Replies: 1515
Views: 1313950

Re: Las Colinas/North Irving Development

I noticed that David Weekly has all but abandoned the townhomes they started building on Promenade Pkwy in the Urban Center (right by Dart Station and Texican Court Hotel). They started 5 or so units within 1 building and then abruptly quit. The property has been dead for at least 2 months and the ...
by muncien
27 Aug 2019 13:30
Forum: Suburban + Exurban Development
Topic: Las Colinas/North Irving Development
Replies: 1515
Views: 1313950

Re: Las Colinas/North Irving Development

The city would be smart to keep the zoning as retail... It's basically the last available parcel for a significant retail development in Las Colinas. I think we need new updated inventory as the area continues to grow. Before the project was cancelled you already had restaurants like Chuy's, Lazy D...
by muncien
27 Aug 2019 10:31
Forum: Suburban + Exurban Development
Topic: Las Colinas/North Irving Development
Replies: 1515
Views: 1313950

Re: Las Colinas/North Irving Development

It's like Las colinas needs a new marketing plan or something I always felt that this intersection was poor for retail. There are so many options along the busy Macarther corridor and I635, while this little section of 161/Las Colinas gets hardly any. The sprawling corporate campuses just south of ...
by muncien
27 Aug 2019 10:25
Forum: Rail + Guided Transit
Topic: DART D2 Subway
Replies: 508
Views: 404763

Re: DART D2 Subway

Would the Orange line run down through Union and Convention Center before heading north to Cityplace? The junction east of Pearl is already busy enough, without needing however many new switches and crossings to be added. My feelings are that if a north-south line happens through downtown, it'd be ...
by muncien
23 Aug 2019 13:18
Forum: Rail + Guided Transit
Topic: DART D2 Subway
Replies: 508
Views: 404763

Re: DART D2 Subway

So as not to divert the EPIC thread any further, I figued I'll just put this here. Both D1 and D2 are a mess because each tried to be all things to all people, which in turn led to bloated designs that fail the common sense test in the end, and would cost a fortune. IMO, it seems both routes spend w...
by muncien
23 Aug 2019 10:15
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Deep Ellum: Epic ~ Knights of Pythias Temple
Replies: 670
Views: 569425

Re: Deep Ellum: Epic ~ Knights of Pythias Temple

Deep Ellum also never got any attention from City Hall on new transportation initiatives like the modern streetcar. This could cause them to rethink that as well. A line that goes East to West isn't a bad idea. If you plan a new line you could connect where MATA ends downtown head East and loop up ...
by muncien
23 Aug 2019 08:57
Forum: The Parks, Trails, + Miscellaneous Infrastructure
Topic: Southern Gateway Public Green
Replies: 50
Views: 44295

Re: Southern Gateway Public Green

One question that came up at the meeting was whether there would be a dog park, and the answer was “most likely not” as dogs are both a sign of gentrification and also a threat to people in neglected parts of southern Dallas, which has a loose dog problem. Uh... what? That is the dumbest excuse. In...
by muncien
23 Aug 2019 08:50
Forum: Rail + Guided Transit
Topic: Dallas Area Rapid Transit
Replies: 519
Views: 425992

Re: Dallas Area Rapid Transit

^^^ Not to mention the aesthetics of a closed system... Gates and turnstyles are UUUUUGGGLY. I would like to see a better use of technology to manage this problem. Maybe we are already on our way to this, but I'm talking scanners at the doors that are required to scan your ticket with motion sensors...
by muncien
21 Aug 2019 09:07
Forum: Rail + Guided Transit
Topic: Dallas Area Rapid Transit
Replies: 519
Views: 425992

Re: Dallas Area Rapid Transit

Of the other open systems I wonder how they enforce fare payment and freeloaders on their systems. Seems like if we increased our policing DART and enforced and removed people then the perception of safety and cleanliness would go up and increase ridership. I personally am not turned off or scared ...
by muncien
20 Aug 2019 15:54
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Deep Ellum: Epic ~ Knights of Pythias Temple
Replies: 670
Views: 569425

Re: Deep Ellum: Epic ~ Knights of Pythias Temple

Heck... One could even argue that this space under the freeways is more useful covered with the freeway than without. No doubt it is for two months out of the summer... Let's get rid of that Live Oak offramp and integrate all of this area. The only parking should be for food trucks.
by muncien
20 Aug 2019 15:50
Forum: Rail + Guided Transit
Topic: Dallas Area Rapid Transit
Replies: 519
Views: 425992

Re: Dallas Area Rapid Transit

Would love to know of the other large cities in the US that use open pay open access like DART or those that use a closed pay to enter system. Pros and Cons of both. Of the cities I've been to, I believe only Seattle is the one I have seen open pay open access. Closed pay cities: NYC Chicago SF/Bay...
by muncien
20 Aug 2019 10:08
Forum: Suburban + Exurban Development
Topic: Las Colinas/North Irving Development
Replies: 1515
Views: 1313950

Re: Las Colinas/North Irving Development

Also, did a little bit more digging on the new Blue Star Project at 114 and 161. Looks like both Starbucks and Firebird restaurant Group have signed LOI's. Firebird is the company that owns Meso Maya, La Ventana, Snuffer's and Village Burger Bar. My hunch is we'll see a Meso Maya, but could possibl...
by muncien
16 Aug 2019 10:13
Forum: City Issues/News
Topic: DFW Economy
Replies: 462
Views: 427468

Re: DFW Economy

and we only needs 230k 11 years out, it seems like we're slightly over building at the moment. 40k units also seems incredibly high, last I remember the average (high) numbers were like 25k/year. I think the distinction is 'under construction' vs 'permitted'. We permit about 25k a year, but more ar...
by muncien
02 Aug 2019 09:59
Forum: Rail + Guided Transit
Topic: DART D2 Subway
Replies: 508
Views: 404763

Re: DART D2 Subway

I wonder how many millions of $ it will cost to move it that 100 yards. Knowing DART, it'll cost a lot more than it should, lol. That said, the previous plan to simply remove the station was always one of the many issues I had with the new D2 proposal. While this bloated mess gets even more bloated...
by muncien
30 Jul 2019 12:30
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Deep Ellum 1.0
Replies: 1020
Views: 776870

Re: Deep Ellum 1.0

One of the best deterrents of crime is getting more places for the common folk to gather and make their presence known in their community. "Common folk" won't gather where they're harassed for money every 20 feet. Common folk won't sit and relax in a seat soaked in urine because the last ...
by muncien
30 Jul 2019 10:32
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Deep Ellum 1.0
Replies: 1020
Views: 776870

Re: Deep Ellum 1.0

Great to hear... There are at least a handful of other similar streets that could do the same today, and a dozen that should get it in the next decade. One of the best deterrents of crime is getting more places for the common folk to gather and make their presence known in their community. That said...
by muncien
26 Jul 2019 15:29
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas Retail
Replies: 445
Views: 379522

Re: Downtown Dallas Retail

Wow... That is awesome... I kinda wish they would take ALL the retail space in that building and make it their core location... But, I know that's a bit ambitious and limiting at the same time. Very cool though. Can't wait to visit!
by muncien
26 Jul 2019 15:07
Forum: The Bus + Roads/Highways/Bridges
Topic: DART: Bus system
Replies: 105
Views: 115386

Re: DART: Bus system

Our million-dollar bus doesn't add up. We did the math https://www.dallasnews.com/opinion/editorials/2019/07/22/million-dollar-bus-doesnt-add-math The busses are overpriced and we should have done better... but this article is very poorly researched and written. It goes on to factor 'upkeep' of the...
by muncien
24 Jul 2019 13:57
Forum: The Parks, Trails, + Miscellaneous Infrastructure
Topic: Katy Trail 1.0
Replies: 37
Views: 31618

Re: Katy Trail 1.0

The bridge over Oak Lawn is totally unnecessary. I understand the idea of using the Hi Line median as a bikeway as it's safer to give high speed bikes some separation from pedestrians walking through here, but where it intersects with Oak Lawn should be a place where the trail interacts with the com...
by muncien
24 Jul 2019 08:50
Forum: The Parks, Trails, + Miscellaneous Infrastructure
Topic: Katy Trail 1.0
Replies: 37
Views: 31618

Re: Katy Trail 1.0

With some clean up, lighting, a decent sponsor, and some security cameras, the existing creek bed below grade could make an excellent connector from Trinity Strand to Katy Trail. It really boggles me why we continue to avoid the obvious.
by muncien
23 Jul 2019 14:25
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Shraman South Asian Museum
Replies: 144
Views: 117783

Re: Shraman South Asian Museum

Field and Griffin are so terrible... Many of these thoroughfares were built when there wasn't much north of Woodall Rogers and they were essentially vast off-ramps. While large scale developments such as this have the 'potential' to change the current structure, its rare a developer sees such opport...
by muncien
28 Jun 2019 10:04
Forum: The Bus + Roads/Highways/Bridges
Topic: I-345
Replies: 431
Views: 309012

Re: I-345

^^
Love it!
by muncien
28 Jun 2019 08:55
Forum: The Bus + Roads/Highways/Bridges
Topic: I-345
Replies: 431
Views: 309012

Re: I-345

I never quite understand the obsession with I345. Should it eventually be torn down and have some limited access lanes buried? Sure, but of the entire loop around the CBD, it is one of the least obstructive. I35E to the West and I30 to the south are absolutely dreadful. Heck, even sections of Woodal...
by muncien
27 Jun 2019 10:27
Forum: Suburban + Exurban Development
Topic: Las Colinas/North Irving Development
Replies: 1515
Views: 1313950

Re: Las Colinas/North Irving Development

^^^^ I saw that on the agenda, but I didn't bother looking closer as the area doesn't really grab your attention. It is interesting how many new hotels are coming online in the area. There are already a TON of hotels along 114 between the airport and the Urban Center, but being that most of it is da...
by muncien
25 Jun 2019 12:46
Forum: Suburban + Exurban Development
Topic: Las Colinas/North Irving Development
Replies: 1515
Views: 1313950

Re: Las Colinas/North Irving Development

Had to dig to find this, but finally found some info on the 114 and 161 Blue Star Project. It's pretty meh, but assuming it's a work in progress and does have some potential. https://www.lpcretail.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Las-Colinas-Flyer-05.2019.pdf Well, that is certainly disappointing. Is...
by muncien
18 Jun 2019 10:34
Forum: City Issues/News
Topic: Uptown Dallas: Business Openings and Closings
Replies: 636
Views: 629198

Re: Uptown Dallas: Business Openings and Closings

Doesn't it seem obvious that the Gingerman closing might have something to do with the property it sits on being redeveloped for high rise, and not necessarily them doing well or not? It looks like a perfectly sized parcel for a highrise apartment building. It will be sad to see them go. That would...
by muncien
12 Jun 2019 09:12
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas: City Lights
Replies: 135
Views: 156291

Re: Downtown Dallas: City Lights

The real question is why tis crane fell, when others around town did okay. They're supposed to withstand 140 mph winds. Totally... That 140mph rating is when you have the butt end of the boom pointed toward the direction the wind is coming from. In the videos I have seen, it doesn't appear to have ...
by muncien
11 Jun 2019 09:26
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas: City Lights
Replies: 135
Views: 156291

Re: Downtown Dallas: City Lights

I haven't really seen detailed pics of the garage, but from what I have seen, it appears to be cast-in-place, meaning it wasn't built from prefab panels. If that's true, it is feasible to cut away the damaged sections and re pour it in place. That also speaks volumes to how heavy that crane was. It ...
by muncien
10 Jun 2019 13:57
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: North Dallas: Midtown
Replies: 385
Views: 771968

Re: North Dallas: Midtown

I'm not so sure this has anything to do with 'Midtown'. They state the work will span 11 miles between 75 & I30. I think they're just being fluffy when they say 'Midtown'. I'm pretty sure that section is done.