It may well be that some other item is in the works that we do NOT know about which would be equally, or even more, spectacular … I have no clue, but perhaps something on the Oklahoma River which is closer to downtown, such as Wiley Post Park or near the I-35/I-40 junction, perhaps a “gift” to the city?

Now, wouldn’t THAT be a hoot?!

Maybe it would be good for Grant to view the great old movie, “Bells of St. Mary’s” (Bing Crosby & Ingrid Bergman) and recall what happened to Mr. Boagardis’ property! [hint hint]

In the final analysis, though, whatever Mr. Humphreys does with the wheel is his business. I don’t recall that anyone else chipped in on the purchase price.

And yes, this is quite Kirk’s project vs Grant’s.

a.) put it at the flatiron (umm where is the room for it and it would look awkward, not enough foot traffic)

b.) Block 42 (again no room and would look out of place, not enough foot traffic).

c.) NW 36th/Crosstown Expressway (not much room and doesn’t fit in with the area

d.) Downtown OKC Airpark. (ding ding ding) we have a winnerj (he wants a mixed use development right on the Oklahoma River and has publically stated he may want to get permission to have a water inlet to his development. It’s a no brainer he will have a mixed use residential/retail/hotel/restaurant boardwalk development here. Just announce it already.

e.) Lake Eufala (again, this is really moreso his father’s project, not his) and why the heck would he put the ferris wheel there.

Sorry folks, but I’m going with D.

I agree that the Ferris Wheel would go great on the river – lights reflecting off the water – how romantic! There needs to be some draw to bring people across the river from downtown. But don’t just plop the wheel on the edge of a rip-rap wall. Make it a nice waterfront park and add some fun cafes and shopping. All of that – AND the Ferris Wheel? Now we’re talking! Go Grant!