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Yes, that's the reason.

You're not wrong, but better mass transit is the key to all of these problems, no matter how you slice it. Let's say they build a stadium at Magic City. Let's assume it doesn't have bleachers which will turn off fans and does have amenities plus tailgating comparable to HRS. You'll need a...

This is one of the biggest criticisms I've heard from the 3 or 4 people I know who do a lot of driving in Miami. They do a better job going north-south than east-west. With all of the new high rises, they're going to have to get ahead of the traffic situation. A station at the stadium from...

An unnamed trustee made those comments in the context of having the option of a joint stadium, not a bleacher filled dump like the swamp. By the way, the Melreese site where Beckham is building is contaminated with ****nic and will cost an additional $50 million to clean up. If that happened...

You might not have said anything about Beckham, but the quote you pulled thinking it proved your point was entirely about the soccer stadium. From your link: ...several UM officials say they believe Ross will be receptive to negotiating terms to allow UM out of its Sun Life lease if the joint...

We've been renters for 93 years. That article is from before the renovations when Beckham was still trying to find a place for his stadium. Now he has plans for Melreese Country Club that involve building a 25,000 seat soccer specific stadium. By way of comparison, I believe Marlins Park held...

If you think you have the numbers, then I suggest you run for office and make that the focus of your platform. I wish you the best of luck.

This can't be real. There's absolutely no way anybody would think that the entire staff of a university would live in the city right by the school. There's no way anybody would think that every student lives on campus and moves to the city surrounding the campus when they graduate, especially...

Gave you hope, did it?

Or maybe you're just wrong. I'm also not of Cuban or Venezuelan descent, but thanks for the bigotry.

Mine was evenings after work. I'd have had to get off work at 1:30 to make my 5:00 class assuming the worst case for catching the Hurry Canes shuttle.

Unlike traditional real estate, stadiums do not appreciate in value, negating any benefits of increasing equity, which is the bulk of the argument for renting vs owning. I pay my lawn guy $150/mo but I can do it myself for a fraction of that.

How much money do you think it takes to maintain a stadium, especially a full NFL quality stadium?

It's the same tired discussion every single time with the exact same arguments. The proponents usually fall into one of two categories: 1) don't know the area and/or have no understanding of massive construction projects, 2) want the stadium closer to them so they have an easier time getting there.

Tri-Rail was in its infancy when I attended, but I got the bright idea that it would give me time to do homework instead of driving. Problem was I'd have to leave and hour earlier every day because it took longer than driving. Mass transit is all well and good, but when you have to drive through...

Most attendees aren't students. That's what all the on campus proponents fail to understand. They wax nostalgic about the student section at the Orange Bowl, but they don't realize that times have changed. The area has grown and bad traffic has turned into impossible traffic. Having easy access...

Are those shuttles going to run up to the county line to accommodate the fans in Broward and Palm Beach who won't drive into Miami because of the traffic?

Culturally, yes. Logistically, HRS is located perfectly to maximize accessibility to Broward and Palm Beach. It might not have revitalized Miami Hardens, but Joe Robbie did pick an accessible location.

I know the current roads aren't enough to handle the traffic. I know the high cost of the environmental studies required before undertaking a project this size. I know the cost of acquiring the additional land required. I know people aren't usually happy about building a stadium near their...

What's the quickest way to show you don't understand the UM campus, the population of South Florida, or city planning?