Try 30 to 40 years late. Some of us tried to get on the Tech train in the 80's only to be told, wasn't going to happen but that was then and this is now.BarleyMcDougal said:I kid though. I have been to downtown Waco...let's say more than just a few times. While I appreciate what the current ongoings around the area, I absolutely, 100% believe that it's a bubble with a limited shelf life. Businesses in Waco tend to fail quickly for one reason or another.CTbruin said:
I've been here since 1957.
There is more going on downtown now since the 50s.
There are very few vacancies downtown. Mostly what is left is tear down property.
"Thisthreaddevelopment is about520 years late." Apologies, City of Waco
Visit us sometime
I'm sure some of you are developers or know developers. And here's what I've learned over the years about developers. They'll remodel/build something and just wait...for years on end. That thread about the Luxe is a perfect example. Waco is not a "build it and they'll come" town, though many people over the years have tried this.
This might come off as negative, but my arguments are made based on what I've seen over the years in Waco. If you're expecting Magnolia to kick-start a long-term upward trend, I'd disagree. BUT, I hope for the best for Waco.
If there is a city that's due, hell OVERLY DUE, for some good karma, it's Waco. I feel bad for people that grew up in Waco, honestly. Outside of Magnolia, it's been a long time since anything positive has been attached to the city. People still mention Koresh and that wasn't even in Waco. So, I have a reserved (not negative) opinion about all this, yet I sincerely wish the city well.
Not going to be here when it all comes together but will enjoy the ride as the younger generations take the reins and move forward.