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[Dxmissile]

I agree with the adjacent since they can build a walkway or an underground complex connecting the facilities similar to what they have in Toronto and Montreal. I think the main problem will be, did a law from 1988 allow a stadium to built in-perpetuity or just once.

I think the issue is the language of the bonds. Are those bonds transferable because if they are then it's nothing they can do to stop it. The bonds are being used for the same purpose that the voters already agreed upon. No new taxes and instead of funding the ejd it will fund the new stadium and the ejd

 

[RamFan503]

I think the issue is the language of the bonds. Are those bonds transferable because if they are then it's nothing they can do to stop it. The bonds are being used for the same purpose that the voters already agreed upon. No new taxes and instead of funding the ejd it will fund the new stadium and the ejd

It will be interesting to see how the courts come down on these two cases. I don't recall ever seeing the wording of the bond or the city ordinance that are in question. Anyone have that as well as maybe the ballot info as it was voted on?

 

[den-the-coach]

It will be interesting to see how the courts come down on these two cases. I don't recall ever seeing the wording of the bond or the city ordinance that are in question. Anyone have that as well as maybe the ballot info as it was voted on?

No wonder Judge David L. Dowd called in sick.

 

[bluecoconuts]

I think the issue is the language of the bonds. Are those bonds transferable because if they are then it's nothing they can do to stop it. The bonds are being used for the same purpose that the voters already agreed upon. No new taxes and instead of funding the ejd it will fund the new stadium and the ejd

What about the suggested beer and hotdog tax? How does that factor in?

 

[den-the-coach]

What about the suggested beer and hotdog tax? How does that factor in?

 

[RamFan503]

What about the suggested beer and hotdog tax? How does that factor in?

Ah yes... the ole liq-uor weenie tax. Thought that was a SF exclusive tax.

Lord - I'm sorry about that there...

 

[den-the-coach]

Ah yes... the ole liq-uor weenie tax. Thought that was a SF exclusive tax.

Lord - I'm sorry about that there...

Just the weenie tax is exclusive to San Francisco.

 

[snackdaddy]

Just the weenie tax is exclusive to San Francisco.

Probably their biggest source of revenue.

 

[dhaab]

It's why I'm not as quick to dismiss the Raiders in St Louis as some because, like it or not for the people here, it does neatly solve a problem. As in not losing a market.

And how exactly does that "neatly solve the problem"? If you mean the St. Louis fans still get another NFL team (the pitiful Raiders), but lose their second team in 30 years, that would be the furthest thing from "neat".

 

[RamFan503]

Just the weenie tax is exclusive to San Francisco.

C'mon man... liq-uer (lick her) weenie? Get it? I know... funny as hell - right?

 

[D L]

And how exactly does that "neatly solve the problem"? If you mean the St. Louis fans still get another NFL team (the pitiful Raiders), but lose their second team in 30 years, that would be the furthest thing from "neat".

No kidding. I'm in love with the Rams dammit. I don't wanna lose them and get the fucking Raiders.

But, if it comes down to the Raiders or nothing, I will reluctantly take the Raiders I guess, becuase 1. St. Louis is more than worthy of having an NFL team and 2. Peacock has busted his ass. It would really be a shame if there is nothing to show for his efforts.

But that doesn't mean it's not bull shit.

 

[blue4]

And how exactly does that "neatly solve the problem"? If you mean the St. Louis fans still get another NFL team (the pitiful Raiders), but lose their second team in 30 years, that would be the furthest thing from "neat".

You've misinterpreted my post. I'm talking from the NFLs perspective, not the fans. My point is that the NFL probably views long term market considerations over short term fan feelings. Two ways I see that the problem is solved "neatly" from the NFLs point of view.

One, Rams stay and Carson is built. Two teams in LA, 49ers serving and probably eventually improving the unhealthy Oakland market. St Louis remains an NFL market and not lost. SD remains a viable market within 113 miles. (Yes I know many California fans are outraged about the notion SD and LA are located on the same planet. I think the NFL will expect you to deal with it.)

Two, Inglewood gets built, SD moves in. Raiders move to STL. Two teams in LA, same stuff with SD and Oakland, and the NFL will expect us in STL to be appreciative of the fact we still have NFL football.

Those are the only two scenarios where the NFL doesn't lose a market in THE LONG TERM, not the short term. I expect them to try to get as close to this as possible. What as fans want is most likely going to be discussed as an afterthought.

As far as I'm concerned, of course the Rams leaving is unfair and it sucks. That's why I've been bitching about it since the kick off of the whole process.

 

[blue4]

No kidding. I'm in love with the Rams dammit. I don't wanna lose them and get the freaking Raiders.

But, if it comes down to the Raiders or nothing, I will reluctantly take the Raiders I guess, becuase 1. St. Louis is more than worthy of having an NFL team and 2. Peacock has busted his ass. It would really be a shame if there is nothing to show for his efforts.

But that doesn't mean it's not bull crap.

Again, that wasn't my point. But you're right raiders or nothing I'll take the Raiders.

 

[den-the-coach]

C'mon man... liq-uer (lick her) weenie? Get it? I know... funny as hell - right?

totally missed that.

 

[T-Hawks]

Hey guys if the Rams have a great season and make it far in the Playoffs can they leave? How would St. Louis react if the team finally makes the Playoffs and have a great season and leave?

 

[Dieter the Brock]

 

[RAMbler]

Not so 'Silent' Stan.....

http://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/hollywood-park-racetrack-implosion-stadium-305604121.html

 

[Mackeyser]

Pretty sure this should just be in the mega thread.

As for the question, who knows? We've seen coaches get fired after going 14-2, but having issues in the playoffs.

We've seen teams moved in the middle of the night.

The NFL is almost its own reality show.

 

[DaveFan'51]

I can't see the Rams leaving if they go 13-3 and deep into the play-offs, it would be " Historically Bad form!" for them to leave!!

 

[OldSchool]

Not so 'Silent' Stan.....

You got that from an article and new clip that he doesn't speak in? He's not even quoted in either just mentioned. He was in London yesterday watching the FA cup anyways.