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February 25th, 2009 at 8:32 am
The rent paid at Cross Point is probably from the training fees, so all participating communities should contribute. But a portion of that is from the Lowell recruits, although I am not sure that is a City budget item.
There may be costs associated with preparing the Early garage for the police, but that should be covered within the term of the lease. As far as parking revenue, that would probably not be paid by the individuals, but rather a part of the lease. Bottom line, it probably won’t be a significant revenue source, although it has side benefits and can bridge the gap until more productive uses are ready to move into the garage.
February 25th, 2009 at 12:14 pm
what ever happened to the restaurant that was supposed to move into that garage?
February 25th, 2009 at 1:43 pm
Drove by the garage this morning and there was a lot of construction action in the Irish/Mexican pub which is a good sign. A constant police presence in that area can be nothing but advantageous.
February 25th, 2009 at 3:44 pm
I Wish that irish-mexican restaurant would open
I am looking forward to having cornbeef on a taco!!!
February 26th, 2009 at 11:15 am
That’s a terrible idea.
First, the decision about what goes into that garage needs to based on what is best for the JAM/Hamilton Canal areas, not some short-term nickel and dime fiscal consideration. Shoring up the city’s fiscal situation overall is about making our downtown, our neighborhoods, and our commercial districts as successful as they can be. This goal shouldn’t be sacrificed for the cost of one lease. How would a police training center contribute to the development of Middlesex Street and its environs as an exciting, unique place to live and work?
Second, this is presumably being looked at as a short-term move. In the short term, because of the economy, we’re having trouble finding a tenant for that space. Now, let’s jump ahead 6 years: the economy is booming, Lowell is booming, and some hipster selling martinis is gigantic glasses wants to lease the space. So now, the police are told to go find another home, and guess what? The available spaces are all charging a lot more than the police are currently paying at Cross Point, because the economy is booming.