Increasing JAR Attendance/Engaging the Fans

[exit322]

3 hours ago, Let'sGoZips94 said:

IMO, the ideal, best possible scenario is a JAR renovation. 

 

This also feels reasonably cost-effective.

[clarkwgriswold]

1 hour ago, ZippyRulz said:

To be clear, Summit Co. voters haven't expressed opposition to a downtown arena, they just don't want to be taxed for it. And I don't think LBJ has been approached to contribute to any Akron basketball facilities or has said he never would. A lot may depend on his next endeavors after retirement, his business interests, and how/where is is splitting his time and residency. It would probably be a good sign for the area if he decides to play a final season with the Cavs.

 

Fair enough, but as you suggest, no one has or wants to front the necessary money.  The Proenza days of construction without financial foresight are long gone.

Edited 19 minutes ago by clarkwgriswold