Los Angeles release 2024 summer games plans (live in)

[munchitup]

Originally Posted by jm1982

Can we really afford to host the Olympics?

If we did it our way, yes. If we did it the way IOC has come to expect host cities, no.

[jw2]

Originally Posted by DevanXL

La has had 2 of the last 3 games in the US. I think it's time to spread the wealth..

A bit of trivia that has no bearing on their next bid, on the two previous LA Olympics, Los Angeles was the only city, in the entire world, to bid. No one else wanted it, LA stepped up and made it a success each time.

[bpeeps]

Originally Posted by jw2

A bit of trivia that has no bearing on their next bid, on the two previous LA Olympics, Los Angeles was the only city, in the entire world, to bid. No one else wanted it, LA stepped up and made it a success each time.

And aren't the 1984 LA Olympics deemed the most financially successful games ever? Let's do this!

[drunk on kool aid]

The 1984 Summer Games were financially and logistically successful. Before the games there was massive anxiety about traffic gridlock but we were told to stay off the roads for the two weeks and we did -- Traffic was a non-issue. We've done the same for each of the sundry Carmageddons so we can handle the increased volume, no worries.

Compared to 1984, we now have a decent rail system that goes to Olympic Park, the air is cleaner, crime is down, we have new or greatly expanded museums, massive explosion of diverse dining options, etc. DTLA is now a destination that has wide appeal. By 2024, things will be even better, including LAX and rail. Things like Air BnB can absorb lots of visitors. Basically all the venues are already in place, even if Farmers Field is never built (fingers crossed). We could host the games next week if we had to.

Concerns include global warming making it too hot for the athletes, although LA's still better than other US cities which are just as hot but also humid. This is one aspect where SF might have an advantage although the rest of the Bay also gets hot. Then there is always the concern for a terrorist attack.

I don't understand why Disney Concert Hall is being named as a site for Tae Kwon Do?! Why not the CSULB Pyramid or the gazillion other venues in the area?

If hosting the games means demolishing the Sports Arena, radically changing the look of the Coliseum, or building expensive structures that won't be used post-Olympics, I'll pass.

[Those Who Squirm]

Originally Posted by jm1982

Can we really afford to host the Olympics?

I think it might be worth it if it led to more federal funds for infrastructure projects.

[The Illusive Man]

Originally Posted by drunk on kool aid

The 1984 Summer Games were financially and logistically successful. Before the games there was massive anxiety about traffic gridlock but we were told to stay off the roads for the two weeks and we did -- Traffic was a non-issue. We've done the same for each of the sundry Carmageddons so we can handle the increased volume, no worries.

Compared to 1984, we now have a decent rail system that goes to Olympic Park, the air is cleaner, crime is down, we have new or greatly expanded museums, massive explosion of diverse dining options, etc. DTLA is now a destination that has wide appeal. By 2024, things will be even better, including LAX and rail. Things like Air BnB can absorb lots of visitors. Basically all the venues are already in place, even if Farmers Field is never built (fingers crossed). We could host the games next week if we had to.

Concerns include global warming making it too hot for the athletes, although LA's still better than other US cities which are just as hot but also humid. This is one aspect where SF might have an advantage although the rest of the Bay also gets hot. Then there is always the concern for a terrorist attack.

I don't understand why Disney Concert Hall is being named as a site for Tae Kwon Do?! Why not the CSULB Pyramid or the gazillion other venues in the area?

If hosting the games means demolishing the Sports Arena, radically changing the look of the Coliseum, or building expensive structures that won't be used post-Olympics, I'll pass.

Why wouldn't you want the sports arena demolished? That place is a dump. A soccer stadium would be far more useful. Also, the Coliseum could definitely use a face lift. I agree on the last point. Every structure better have a use post-olympics.

[nslander]

Originally Posted by DevanXL

La has had 2 of the last 3 games in the US. I think it's time to spread the wealth..

If LA can put forward the best US bid...why? Spread nothing.

[ExeterMedia]

More funds to expand Metro!

[drunk on kool aid]

Originally Posted by The Illusive Man

Why wouldn't you want the sports arena demolished? That place is a dump. A soccer stadium would be far more useful. Also, the Coliseum could definitely use a face lift. I agree on the last point. Every structure better have a use post-olympics.

Coupla reasons:

It's beautiful. It looks like a hanger for a flying saucer and is of a design aesthetic (Googie) that's indigenous to LA, much like the Theme Building at LAX. Always though it would look cool if the crown had some interesting lighting accents. Why would I want a unique, instantly identifiable landmark replaced with an anonymous McStadium?

The Sports Arena was designed by Welton Becket who has created many of our icons: Capitol Records building, Cinerama Dome, Music Center, Beverly Hilton...

His works make LA look like LA and I'm generally against tearing down works of notable architects and/or unique, iconic structures. Becket's Parker Center in DTLA is slated for demolition. It's not the nicest looking building but it's been in LA film and fiction so much that it's a shame to lose it.

What kind of face lift are you contemplating for the Coliseum? Again, an LA icon that looks nothing like the stadiums being built now. Improve it structurally but don't make it look like it had bad plastic surgery to look younger.

There's nothing about using classic venues (as long as they are safe) that's going to make the Olympics unsuccessful. If it makes the experience unacceptably horrible, that just means we won't get a 4th Olympics.

[theraven24]

Spread the wealth? No.

I'd really love it if we get to host the Olympics again. It's clear the city is very serious about the matter. I wouldn't mind if San Diego got to host.