MidtownCoog Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 Public input sought on renaming of Dallas' Industrial Boulevard:http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dw...ty.36b6809.htmlWhen I worked at Love Field we would hit Industrial for some tasty tacos. Why in the world would they want to change the name?If anything I'd rename Harry "ho" Hinez first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dallascaper Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 Public input sought on renaming of Dallas' Industrial Boulevard:http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dw...ty.36b6809.htmlWhen I worked at Love Field we would hit Industrial for some tasty tacos. Why in the world would they want to change the name?If anything I'd rename Harry "ho" Hinez first.The name "Industrial Blvd" was perfect for the area 100 years ago, when it was designated as the light industrial armpit of Dallas, but the area between Stemmons and the Trinity project is slated to change dramatically over the next 20 years. Unless there is historical significance to the name "Industrial Blvd", I have no problem changing it. Street names change all the time - this is hardly a Dallas phenomenon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNiche Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 The name "Industrial Blvd" was perfect for the area 100 years ago, when it was designated as the light industrial armpit of Dallas, but the area between Stemmons and the Trinity project is slated to change dramatically over the next 20 years. Unless there is historical significance to the name "Industrial Blvd", I have no problem changing it. Street names change all the time - this is hardly a Dallas phenomenon.We in Houston are guilty, too, of the notion that changing the name of something will help foster development. We rename our established neighborhoods into "-towns", replace normal street signs with those that have custom designs or languages representative of cultural groups that used to be there decades ago, and back in World War I even renamed German Street to Canal Street. We've done a lot of really superficial things, so I concur that Dallas hardly has a monopoly on poor taste.That doesn't mean that changing the name of Industrial Blvd. is in any way excusable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Great Hizzy! Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 Hardly a big deal one way or another. I assume the street will more than likely end up being renamed after someone of area significance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 I like the Industrial Boulevard name. It has kind of a nice, sturdy, old-fashioned, hard-working ring to it. It's nothing to be ashamed of. As a matter of fact, two of my favorite municipal names are City of Commerce and City of Industry (perhaps soon to be the home of an NFL stadium) near LA. I fully realize that every city engages in gestures they think are image-enhancing, but it can get out of hand. I still haven't forgiven Houston for "Saint Joseph's Parkway". Bleaaahh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidtownCoog Posted April 23, 2008 Author Share Posted April 23, 2008 My suggestions:Image Ave. Glitz ExpresswayLeased Luxury Car LaneSwank Blvd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedScare Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 But Marcus Wood, a longtime real estate broker in the Industrial corridor, said after the committee meeting that he knows of few business owners Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tierwestah Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 We in Houston are guilty, too, of the notion that changing the name of something will help foster development. We rename our established neighborhoods into "-towns", replace normal street signs with those that have custom designs or languages representative of cultural groups that used to be there decades ago, and back in World War I even renamed German Street to Canal Street. We've done a lot of really superficial things, so I concur that Dallas hardly has a monopoly on poor taste.That doesn't mean that changing the name of Industrial Blvd. is in any way excusable.Yeah i agree. I remember when we changed the portion of Dallas Street to Lamar by the Toyota Center but not too sure if that's the same thing as this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLWM8609 Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 Tom Landry Parkway, there ya go... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N Judah Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Tom Landry Parkway, there ya go...Yup! Seems cut and dry from my perspective. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidtownCoog Posted April 24, 2008 Author Share Posted April 24, 2008 I wish St. Joe Parkway was still Cullen (UH benefactors) but they did not change the name for "image" that may be 20 years out.There is still a Cullen Blvd. and St. Joe does have some history.10% of the natives (Me) were born there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crunchtastic Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Tom Landry Parkway, there ya go...You mean there's not one already? seriously. there's not? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedScare Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Thunderbird Boulevard.Seriously, google map 75202 and look at this street. Zoom in on the buildings. No name change will make it nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidtownCoog Posted April 24, 2008 Author Share Posted April 24, 2008 I always thought it was cool becuase it was NOT nice.Being from Houston I had to get a taste of grit now and then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLWM8609 Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 You mean there's not one already? seriously. there's not?I checked mapquest, none, zilch, nada! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNiche Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 I checked mapquest, none, zilch, nada!Tom Landry gets a freeway, Interstate 30 west of downtown Dallas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLWM8609 Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 Tom Landry gets a freeway, Interstate 30 west of downtown Dallas. Well, how about "Not Industrial Blvd."? It's renamed, and keeps the nostalgia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N Judah Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 How about Post-Industrial Blvd. ? The name is modern, by definition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertnurick Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 Rick Astley Avenue. Try explaining that to the grandkids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidtownCoog Posted April 25, 2008 Author Share Posted April 25, 2008 How about Post-Industrial Blvd. ? The name is modern, by definition.That would be aweseom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Great Hizzy! Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 "The Laura Miller Trail of Tears" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desirous Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 In the meanwhile, do something about the intersection of Clinton Dr and Fidelity St (in Houston). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happytown Posted May 10, 2008 Share Posted May 10, 2008 In the meanwhile, do something about the intersection of Clinton Dr and Fidelity St (in Houston).I agree. How about changing Fidelity St. to Roger Clemmens Boulevard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted May 10, 2008 Share Posted May 10, 2008 Tom Landry Parkway, there ya go...Was there some law passed that every road now has to be named "parkway"? St Joseph Parkway, Sam Houston Parkway, Fort Bend Parkway etc etc. They're never really parkways. It's just as annoying as the SoDo/TriBeCa nonsense. If only there could be some sort of ban on names dreamed up by marketing consultants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNiche Posted May 14, 2008 Share Posted May 14, 2008 Was there some law passed that every road now has to be named "parkway"? St Joseph Parkway, Sam Houston Parkway, Fort Bend Parkway etc etc. They're never really parkways. It's just as annoying as the SoDo/TriBeCa nonsense. If only there could be some sort of ban on names dreamed up by marketing consultants. These were thought up by marketing consultants!? If only... I suspect our elected officials and bureaucrats as the more likely culprits in the cases you put forth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLWM8609 Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Was there some law passed that every road now has to be named "parkway"? St Joseph Parkway, Sam Houston Parkway, Fort Bend Parkway etc etc. They're never really parkways. It's just as annoying as the SoDo/TriBeCa nonsense. If only there could be some sort of ban on names dreamed up by marketing consultants. Yeah! Every new road is now a parkway, it's a new fad that's spreading across the nation. Just because your road isn't access controlled and doesn't flow through a park doesn't mean that it can't be called a parkway! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidtownCoog Posted May 15, 2008 Author Share Posted May 15, 2008 Was there some law passed that every road now has to be named "parkway"? St Joseph Parkway, Sam Houston Parkway, Fort Bend Parkway etc etc. They're never really parkways. It's just as annoying as the SoDo/TriBeCa nonsense. If only there could be some sort of ban on names dreamed up by marketing consultants. The only real Parkway I have ever been on is the Baltimore Washington Parkway from DC to BWI. All others are just imposters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedScare Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 The only real Parkway I have ever been on is the Baltimore Washington Parkway from DC to BWI.All others are just imposters. Actually, the only REAL parkway is this one... Blue Ridge Parkway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidtownCoog Posted May 15, 2008 Author Share Posted May 15, 2008 I think you just picked my next vacation! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucklehead Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Actually, the only REAL parkway is this one...Blue Ridge ParkwayThat sure is a pretty highway. What are all those ugly green things on the side of the road? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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