Universal Orlando Resort Expansion News (Part 2)

[Mad Dog]

and...did the purchase of the remaining interest of Universal Japan theme park figure in the 23 billion remark?

 

[Parkscope Joe]

and...did the purchase of the remaining interest of Universal Japan theme park figure in the 23 billion remark?

At this point his statement is so vague who knows. Right now the numbers don't mean much but we know NBCUniversal/Comcast are still eager to invest in the parks for the conceivable future. We haven't hit our DLP.

 

[OhHaiInternet95]

At this point his statement is so vague who knows. Right now the numbers don't mean much but we know NBCUniversal/Comcast are still eager to invest in the parks for the conceivable future. We haven't hit our DLP.

Volcano Bay is probably the closest thing Uni's had thus far to DLP. It's fascinating to think the massive alternate timeline that would've occurred had DLP never happened.

 

[Parkscope Joe]

Volcano Bay is probably the closest thing Uni's had thus far to DLP. It's fascinating to think the massive alternate timeline that would've occurred had DLP never happened.

"Closest". VB hits capacity and can't hit their financials. Compare this to DLP where the park and resorts were underperforming.

 

[tielo]

"Closest". VB hits capacity and can't hit their financials. Compare this to DLP where the park and resorts were underperforming.

Why doesn't VB hit their financials?

 

[JoeCamel]

Why doesn't VB hit their financials?

The projections are too high for the real capacity.
They will have to make an "adjustment"

 

[Happytycho]

Thought I'd share a reminder that there is a Kirkman Extension public meeting tonight at the convention center in case anyone was interested in going.

Public notice:

District: Five
Meeting Type: Hearing
Date: Tuesday, December 18, 2018
Time: 5:00 pm to N/A
Location Name: Orange County Convention Center in the West Concourse, Room W315
Street Address: 9800 International Drive
City: Orlando
Purpose:
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is holding a public hearing on proposed improvements that include extending Kirkman Road from Universal Boulevard to Carrier Drive.

The hearing is Tuesday, Dec. 18, at the Orange County Convention Center in the West Concourse, Room W315, located at 9800 International Drive in Orlando. Follow signs for the West Concourse and park in West Concourse Parking Lot, located behind the West Concourse Building. For free parking, tell the parking attendant you are attending the Kirkman Road Public Meeting.

The hearing is being conducted to present the proposed improvements, seek public and agency input, and provide interested persons an opportunity to express their views about the project. The hearing will begin with an open house at 5 p.m. during which time project information and displays are available for review. A formal presentation will be given at 6 p.m., followed by a public comment period where attendees can make public testimony at the microphone. A certified court reporter will be present to collect and document comments for the project record.

Participants may also provide written comment, in place of oral comment, at any time during the public comment period, which ends on Dec. 28, 2018. Written comments can be submitted at this hearing, by mail to Todd Alexander, FDOT Mail Station 552, 719 S. Woodland Boulevard, DeLand, FL 32720 or by email to todd.alexander@dot.state.fl.us.

Persons with disabilities who require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Amy Sirmans by phone at 407-839-4006 or via email at asirmans@vhb.com at least seven (7) days prior to the hearing. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact us by using the Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice).

Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. Persons wishing to express their concerns relative to FDOT compliance with Title VI may do so by contacting Jennifer Smith, FDOT District Five Title VI Coordinator, by email at Jennifer.Smith2@dot.state.fl.us.
Primary Contact: Todd Alexander
Primary Phone: 386-943-5420
Primary E-Mail: todd.alexander@dot.state.fl.us
Additional Contact: Amy Sirmans
Additional Phone: 407-839-4006
Additional E-mail: asirmans@vhb.com
Expires: 12/19/2018

 

[gator]

The Sentinel has the drive through animation posted:
Orange County accepts funding grant for Kirkman Road expansion - Orlando Sentinel

 

[Mike S]

The Sentinel has the drive through animation posted:
Orange County accepts funding grant for Kirkman Road expansion - Orlando Sentinel

Did they mistakenly include the new park in the animation?

Because that would be hilarious.

 

[gator]

Did they mistakenly include the new park in the animation?

Because that would be hilarious.

No, but they might have mistakenly put "Universal Entrance" as the label on the easterly exit of the roundabout

 

[Magic-Man]

The Sentinel has the drive through animation posted:
Orange County accepts funding grant for Kirkman Road expansion - Orlando Sentinel

"Resort Rd" "Universal Entrance"

 

[Viator]

Dedicated Bus lane, I see..

..neat.

 

[JungleSkip]

The Sentinel has the drive through animation posted:
Orange County accepts funding grant for Kirkman Road expansion - Orlando Sentinel

Shows the dedicated bus lanes, “Resort Rd” and “Universal Entrance”

 

[gator]

Dedicated Bus lane, I see..

..neat.

I still have hope that the medians on either side of the bus lanes are reserved spaced for overhead structure piers... for future transportation systems

 

[Magic-Man]

Just announce the park, Universal. C'mon.

 

[Viator]

I still have hope that the medians on either side of the bus lanes are reserved spaced for overhead structure piers... for future transportation systems

Seems more to me, that they are looking at the short and immediate future, and that future won't have a rail system.

Could it be something added later in the future? Who knows. But I do think it's telling by what their goals are now.

 

[JungleSkip]

I’ve been telling people a while not to expect anything more than buses. It’s just how it’s gonna be

 

[Magic-Man]

Shows the dedicated bus lanes, “Resort Rd” and “Universal Entrance”

I wonder if Resort Rd will be a hotel, or is it back of house? Resort isn't specific enough.

 

[Happytycho]

Here is the Sentinel's full article:
Orange County accepts funding grant for Kirkman Road that promises to create jobs, new developments - Orlando Sentinel

 

[natespf]

Here's the overview with the labels from the video for context.

Could there be a tiny boutique themed hotel you can see from the park or is it just a service entrance?