budsfarm posted:Don't we already have boat sales, bass tournaments, restaurants, motels, on and on? Obviously Bass Pro doesn't see the same financial bonanza that you do. - Crusty.
If BassPro / Sweetwater didn't see financial opportunity in Florence, why did they want Veterans Park? Why did BP and / or their reps approach Florence with an offer? Remember, it was Florence, not BassPro, that did not want it to happen. It was Florence's call all the way.
Far as tournaments, etc., you tell me what's the right number. If Florence can't use more employment, that's a wonderful thing. On the other hand, I can understand why Florence did not want to donate Veterans Park to them.
Leeds' BPS was going to happen regardless of what happened in Florence, then Decatur, then not at all. I was just comparing it to a location on the Tennessee River. Call it local prejudice / pride if you will. Mea culpa.
I'm sure Lake Purdy is a nice place. OK. Moving on . . .
Something you may did not find in the tourist brochures regarding the financial bonanza being reaped by the citizens of Leeds.
Leeds City Council approves restructuring of debt from Bass Pro Shops development
You seem to think I'm arguing against fishing tournaments, fishing, and outdoors stores. I'm not. But to pose a question back at you, how many stores is the right number? You tell me.
Obviously BassPro wants the local communities to help fund their store. You've proved my point that they didn't see the area as the same financial bonanza that you do. If they ever decide to come here, I will welcome them with open arms, and wish them the best of luck, just like I do most any legitimate business that comes to the area.