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I think she only did this to **** off Brennan and Mr Sparkle some more
I still pump money into the machines at Elmwood AMC movies every once in a while.
In all honesty I think* it is a combination of two things: 1) Like C. Ray, she is in so far over her head she has no idea what to do, and 2) She lost several close friends/family to COVID and is basically checked out.
Since there is 'nobody home' she's given 100% control of the city to the public health department and ignoring everyone else's input. Which would be OK for implementing the lockdown, setting up testing protocols, but the public health folks - the folks who want to ban red meat, tackle football, and drinking - shouldn't be making the decisions solo at this point.
We're toast.
*based on what I hear from people close to City Hall.
That doesn't really count, though, does it? Just like Barcadia is a bar and not an arcade. I get that video game machines still exist, but since they tore down the Fun Arcade on Vets and closed the arcade in the FQ, I don't think we have a true arcade.
Other than maybe Dave and Busters, but that place sucks.
We still have arcades?
I'm not trying to pick a fight here. I have always respected your point of view. We don't always agree, but I think you're a smart guy and on the whole I find you to be objective and level headed. So, my good faith question to you is what is the solution? Do we just go in lock step with what the State does? Do we go faster than the State? How do we balance trying to bring back the economy with not killing too many people? And how do we convince people to come to New Orleans and spend their money in the middle of a pandemic?
And, I'm going to be up front here, I have a lot more sympathy for arguments wanting to take more risks with COVID to make sure that people can make a living, than for arguments based on people wanting to take more risks with COVID to stop being inconvenience by this whole thing. I think balancing risk with making sure people can make a living is a legitimate thing to do. You can do it with inconvenience and people being able to enjoy their lives too, but I think a much lower level of risk is acceptable to accomplish that goal.
I think she only did this to **** off Brennan and Mr Sparkle some more
Very simple. Right now I would go to Phase 2 with the rest of the state. I would argue we should have gone to Phase 2 sooner than the rest of the state given that we have performed as well or better than the every other parish in bringing the spread to a very low number, but there is no reason to go slower. So let's get going with everyone else.
Every metric she has publicly cited (less than 50 new cases per day, etc.) were met no later than May 10 and sooner in some cases. We've got weeks and weeks of data that supports going to Phase 2. And if it blows up, you can go back to Phase 1, which is part of the whole design of the plan, and why schools are planning for all types of scenarios. Be flexible and smart (alien concepts around City Hall)
Here is the data I am looking at to support my position - it comes from the City.
Experience
experience.arcgis.comMicrosoft Power BI
ready.nola.gov
As for the reasons why, its all of the above. No I don't expect a rush of tourists but it will be more than zero. And while "personal convenience" seems like a low priority item, it's also not zero, especially when our citizens just go to JP to get done what they need, which means keeping Orleans businesses closed to Orleans residents. It's just dumber than can be.
Fair enough. And, I agree it's probably time to move to Phase 2 based on the numbers, and as you note, we can move back to Phase I, or Stay at Home, if necessary.
But, assuming the City does decide to let Harah's and bars open at 25% occupancy, I don't see where very many businesses are closed in Phase I as opposed to Phase II. I think all that would remain closed under Phase I are pool halls, bowling alleys, tattoo parlors, recreational pools and spas. And, I don't think those have a very big effect on the Orleans Parish economy. And sure businesses can go to 50% occupancy as opposed to 25% occupancy in Phase II, but I'm not sure that they are even getting 25% occupancy right now and I doubt the difference between those two is going to make someone go out to eat in St. Bernard or Jefferson, as opposed to Orleans. I think the bigger problem is that people just don't want to go out in a pandemic. But, sure, let pool halls, bowling alleys, tattoo parlors, recreational pools and spas open up with proper precautions
This isn't definitive, but according to Open Table, as of yesterday, reservations were still down 84.32% in New Orleans. I wish they had Metairie, St. Tammany, or St. Bernard numbers so we could compare, but they don't.
Here is the link. You can select cities or states: https://www.opentable.com/state-of-industry
So, I get that 17% would be better than zero and sure the numbers might justify allowing the 50% occupancy allowed in Phase II, but I really just don't think it's going to matter.
My wife goes to a small yoga studio. A small business owned by one guy. I promise you there is a big difference between 25% occupancy and 50% occupancy for him.
I honestly do not understand the thought process that says "it wouldn't make a difference to these businesses anyway.." Let them decide! They are each keenly aware of whether its worth it to reopen or not at 25%, 50% or whatever.
I'm not trying to pick a fight here. I have always respected your point of view. We don't always agree, but I think you're a smart guy and on the whole I find you to be objective and level headed. So, my good faith question to you is what is the solution? Do we just go in lock step with what the State does? Do we go faster than the State? How do we balance trying to bring back the economy with not killing too many people? And how do we convince people to come to New Orleans and spend their money in the middle of a pandemic?
And, I'm going to be up front here, I have a lot more sympathy for arguments wanting to take more risks with COVID to make sure that people can make a living, than for arguments based on people wanting to take more risks with COVID to stop being inconvenience by this whole thing. I think balancing risk with making sure people can make a living is a legitimate thing to do. You can do it with inconvenience and people being able to enjoy their lives too, but I think a much lower level of risk is acceptable to accomplish that goal.
Very simple. Right now I would go to Phase 2 with the rest of the state. I would argue we should have gone to Phase 2 sooner than the rest of the state given that we have performed as well or better than the every other parish in bringing the spread to a very low number, but there is no reason to go slower. So let's get going with everyone else.
Every metric she has publicly cited (less than 50 new cases per day, etc.) were met no later than May 10 and sooner in some cases. We've got weeks and weeks of data that supports going to Phase 2. And if it blows up, you can go back to Phase 1, which is part of the whole design of the plan, and why schools are planning for all types of scenarios. Be flexible and smart (alien concepts around City Hall)
Here is the data I am looking at to support my position - it comes from the City.
Experience
experience.arcgis.comMicrosoft Power BI
ready.nola.gov
As for the reasons why, its all of the above. No I don't expect a rush of tourists but it will be more than zero. And while "personal convenience" seems like a low priority item, it's also not zero, especially when our citizens just go to JP to get done what they need, which means keeping Orleans businesses closed to Orleans residents. It's just dumber than can be.
And then there is the playgrounds and parks issue, which I believe everyone here is familiar with, so I will refrain from further comment.
This is interesting - College of Charleston (12k undergrads) is planning for possible Covid resurgence in the fall by eliminating fall break and ending in-person classes before Thanksgiving. I wonder if others will do this.