Live Blogging: Endorsement of Demolition by Skirvin Manager
Manager John Williams calls buildings across from hotel an eyesore, says he supports demolition in a letter read by SandRidge attorney Frank Hill.
Hill also has OKC National Memorial director ready to endorse demolition
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Mr. Williams-
I just wanted to let you know how extremely disappointed I am that you have come out in support of Sandridge Energy’s short-sighted plan to demolish several historic structures including the oldest building downtown because “they are eyesores”. As an employee of the Colcord Hotel, I find it extremely disturbing that you would say this when your own hotel sat empty for many years and was considered an eyesore by many. Like these buildings, the Skirvin also had an “ugly” mid-century facade that was delicately removed and the Skirvin was restored to its former glory, making it the true crown jewel of OKC. You of all people should recognize the benefit of preserving history over trigger-happy demolition.
Feel free to send him your own thoughts. johnwilliams@skirvinhilton.com
To be fair, the Skirvin was an eyesore before being renovated…