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Rainbow crosswalk: Was it worth the price tag? ($196,000)

Discussion in 'Gay & Lesbian Rights' started by sec, Jul 19, 2017.

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  1. Polydectes

    Polydectes Well-Known Member

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    I didn't say the crosswalks aren't a waste of money. Clearly they are. It's just a pittance when compared to the things cities waste money on.
     
    Polydectes, Jul 22, 2017
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  2. Daniel Light

    Daniel Light Well-Known Member

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    The article says they were composed of thermoplastic tile, not paint, to last longer. And does that price include any crosswalk signage? Not really defending it, but it is not as simple as it first sounds.
     
    Daniel Light, Jul 22, 2017
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    BTW - I'm hetero and never had gay thrown in my face. You have you say?
     
    dairyair, Jul 22, 2017
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  4. Polydectes

    Polydectes Well-Known Member

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    Still seems like a waste of money to me. I get that applying thermoplastic tiles is more expensive.
     
    Polydectes, Jul 22, 2017
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    dairyair Well-Known Member

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    And it will last 10 yrs? My guess is it wouldn't last 10 days with Lowes cheap paint.
     
    dairyair, Jul 22, 2017
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    Oh really remind us when the last time their was a republican mayor of Atlanta?



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    Bear513, Jul 22, 2017
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  7. Daniel Light

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    Could be a waste. Although there are two neighborhoods in the Miami area that became more gay oriented, and business and housing prices jumped in those areas because they took pride in the look of the homes and quality of the shops - so time might tell if it's a good investment or a waste of taxpayer dollars.
     
    Daniel Light, Jul 22, 2017
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    What about the type of paint normally used for roads and crosswalks? There's a concept!
     
    Louisiana75, Jul 22, 2017
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    If the area just looks like everywhere else, then it doesn't matter - if the neighborhood is trying to attract business dollars by branding themselves a certain way, with a certain look, then the investment COULD pay off in some way. Not saying it will, but if it's part of an overall plan, then maybe. People like to go to restaurants in themed neighborhoods (Chinatown, Design Districts, etc.) and it can increase traffic. Maybe.
     
    Daniel Light, Jul 22, 2017
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    They are a matter of public safety and should be done for the least expense practical.

    So where are the heterosexual crosswalks?
     
    Bluesguy, Jul 22, 2017
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    What is the "theme" of the neighborhood where is this crosswalk?
     
    Bluesguy, Jul 22, 2017
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  12. Polydectes

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    A thermoplastic rainbow colored crosswalk for 196k is a matter of public safety? You're going to have to explanation for that one. ​

    Would such a thing not be a waste of money?
     
    Polydectes, Jul 22, 2017
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  13. Polydectes

    Polydectes Well-Known Member

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    The gay district. It's real popular part of town in Houston too
     
    Polydectes, Jul 22, 2017
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    Polydectes Well-Known Member

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    Was reading about it in depth I saw there was a petition that circled around getting 22,000 signatures and installation that will last 10 years before any maintenance is necessary and the cost includes any maintenance in the meantime that requires the contractors come out and repair.

    There's little parks and stuff all around Houston that cost a Fortune. There are monuments and playgrounds and all sorts of stuff that do serve a purpose to beautify areas so I suppose it may not be a waste of money maybe time will tell.
     
    Polydectes, Jul 22, 2017
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    Right? Build a crosswalk?
     
    ChrisL, Jul 22, 2017
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    Nothing and no.
     
    ChrisL, Jul 22, 2017
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    But this is a crosswalk, not a park. It is just a thing to let you know where to cross the road. It is utilitarian and has a purpose.
     
    ChrisL, Jul 22, 2017
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    Polydectes Well-Known Member

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    Well apparently they are going to install thermoplastic tiles in the next couple of months
     
    Polydectes, Jul 22, 2017
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    The gay district? Seriously? Lol! That's sounds funny!
     
    ChrisL, Jul 22, 2017
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  20. Polydectes

    Polydectes Well-Known Member

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    Well yes it does but there is no rule that states it cannot also be pretty. Crosswalks tend to be a place for quite a bit of asthetic flair.

    I still think 196k is too high a cost
     
    Polydectes, Jul 23, 2017
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    Polydectes Well-Known Member

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    Well yeah. My city has one. It's where a lot of gay people live it's where gay people own a lot of businesses. Is China town or little Italy? There is a part of town here that is largely Jewish. I live in little Saigon.

    What is funny about that?
     
    Polydectes, Jul 23, 2017
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    Funny you never been to Wrigley Field in.chicago
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    Bear513, Jul 23, 2017
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    Bear513, Jul 23, 2017
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  24. Polydectes

    Polydectes Well-Known Member

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    No i haven't.
     
    Polydectes, Jul 23, 2017
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    Polydectes Well-Known Member

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    Bears what's that?
     
    Polydectes, Jul 23, 2017
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