The following people, organizations and businesses have expressed support for a canal connection to a proposed MAPS 3-funded convention center and/or beyond. Would you like for your business or organization to be listed here as a supporter of this effort? Send us an email to let us know!
“I tink it’s vital that a new convention center be as closely connected to Bricktown as possible.” - The Oklahoman, July 2, 2009"
Hon. Kirk Humphreys, Former Mayor, City of Oklahoma City
“I think we should do it, especially if the convention center will be relocated south of Ford Center with a new hotel. It would be wonderful to have a canal to connect them with all the restaurants and shops in Bricktown.” - The Oklahoman, July 2, 2009
Hon. Ronald J. Norick, Former Mayor, City of Oklahoma City
“...the connections to and from Bricktown demand special attention, so that its energy can germinate into the rest of the downtown.” - Oklahoma City Downtown Walkability Analysis and Recommendations - Speck and Associates, LLC
Jeff Speck, AICP, LEED-AP, HON. ASLA
“...this isn’t a Bricktown effort... ...this is about what is best for our city.” - The Oklahoman, July 2, 2009
Jim Cowan, Director, Bricktown Association
A non-profit, membership-based organization that has for nearly 20 years been responsible for promoting and organizing Oklahoma City’s Historic Bricktown District. In December 2008, the Bricktown Association board of directors passed a resolution calling for a canal extension to be considered as an integral part of downtown and MAPS3 planning.
