Springfield's 9th and Main: Curse or Con?

[downtownparks]

I deleted my post.  I thought better of it.  No need to stick my nose under that tent.

Same here.

[sheclown]

I didn't post, but didn't want to be left out.  And I really don't like sticking my nose under tents either... (I don't think I do).

[5377charles]

Dear Capricorn,

Pollard House (1610 N. Main Street) is for sale (or rent) as is, by owners. Please contact ch9mil@aol.com. It is zoned commercial/residential. As you might know, the bottom floor was a restaurant, and the kitchen equipment is still there, should that enter in your plans. I have at your disposition two inspections, one of which noted the lack of air conditioning/ cenrtral heating, some minor problems with the electrical code and some isolated cases of wood-rot, all of which have been resolved (as noted in the second one). In any case you will want to do your own inspection, for which your access will be guaranteed by getting in touch with our secretary, Ms. Francesca Ball at ftbjax@comcast. net.

I am most pleased that Stephen and John (hi guys - Charles and Imma love you) are back in the hood. Love also (going on 4 decades) to Justin and David. As for Craig and the LOLAS, by their works shall ye know them.

[thelakelander]

What's the asking price?

[5377charles]

Dear thelakelander,

Thanks for your interest. Please get in touch with me at ch9mil@aol.com. All the best from

Charles

[chris]

well since I seem to be the only one not posting on this rather interesting bit of commentary, i'll add a related, albeit quite out of place bit of my own....

what are these rumors about both metro and park place being shuttered by the state for various and assorted violations of some sort? some kind of b-ass-ackwards form of grade school vengeance, strange coincidences (HA) or just misinterpretations of the tin-cup telephones that are the jacksonville club circuit?

it had a bit of relevance as robert and david were mentioned in regards to the whole tenant dispute fiasco...

this whole thread paints a rather accurate picture of jacksonville commercial deals over the last half century; very-GOB, dimly lit poker room, back-door-finagling to rankle the last coins out of an old couch...

[thelakelander]

Its probably best for Springfield that 9th & Main is now out of CVH hands.  This creates the opportunity for another group to come in.  Btw, I heard that a Middle Eastern restaurant is going into the old Main Street Bakery space.  The building will also get a new paint job.  However, it won't happen until that side of Main Street is complete.

[thelakelander]

The owner mentioned he wanted to target the lunch crowd for the most part.  He's shooting to start fixing the place up sometime in December.  This is when that side of Main Street is supposed to be complete.

[uptowngirl]

WHOOOO HOOOO!!!!!

That is awesome lake I hope it happens!

[JaxByDefault]

It would be great for Springfield to see something finally work in that space.

I just ask...no, I beg... for good food, good staff, and constant hours.

[thelakelander]

Btw, the former Draper Studios space at 8th & Pearl has been purchased.  The new owner's plan is to turn the space into an art gallery with a limited food menu (ex. serving sandwiches while people purchase artwork).  Right now, I don't know when this new gallery will open.

[JaxByDefault]

Also great news for the neighborhood. Thanks for the update, Lakelander.

[thelakelander]

Has the foreclosure process worked itself out already?  From what I understand, it looks like the city will end up with the 9th & Main space.

[JaxByDefault]

Several lis pendens, foreclosures, and a delay for auction come up on adjacent parcels under the same umbrella of ownership. There is an LP from April on the 9th & Main property (legal description: L 9, 10 B 51 Springfield), but from only a cursory and quick scan of property descriptors, no other judgments or actions tied to that particular property.

I, too, heard the rumor of the city ending up with the corner property.  Any verified news?

I'd love to see something done with these spaces, but the economy is tough for new business starts.

[mtraininjax]

Van Horn for Mayor!!!!!