Lee Newell
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...being built in Jefferson Parish? The reason I ask is simple. It seems that SFNO will not ever re-open. This area has proven that it can support a theme park. SFNO's last two seasons before Katrina were very successful. Our kids and coaster euthusiasts alike that live in this area want a theme park to call our own.
When Jazzland first opened, they had an initial successful first season. "Mega Zeph" was the signature coaster and a very good woodie! As time went on, attendence started to dwindle because it was just too hot. There were no shade areas or cool zones. The park was rushed together and not much theming went into it. A company named Alfa, Alfa (Alfa Smartparks) ran Jazzland very poorly. They later went under and Six Flags stepped in and renamed the park. I knew this was a bad idea because their bottomline was negative 1 billion or so dollars. Now, they want out.
SFNO is now on the chopping block as the Mayor has stated he has no plans to re-open SFNO. I saw this coming a mile away even before Katrina. SFI made money off of SFNO the last two seasons after they put in "Batman the Ride" and "Jester." They claimed to have invested $25 million to improve the park. There's no way they spent that much because both of the coasters that they brought in were refurbished and or used. They put fresh coats of paint on buildings, rides, and put their signature Looney Tunes characters everywhere along with the Justice League. After Katrina, they went in and removed Batman the Ride and shipped it to their sister park in San Antonio. When that happened, the writing was on the wall. The company has too much debt and their stock holders are letting them know about it.
The key to building a successful theme park is to have the right developer and the perfect collection of great traditional flat rides and theming. You have to have that signature coaster to compliment the whole park just like the "Zephur" was to Pontchartrain Beach back in the day. Most theme parks of today start out with a least 3 coasters, which is standard. We would have to find a location that could facilitate mass expansion in Jefferson Parish. 180 acres would be an ideal size with plenty or trees to theme around.
I quess you are wondering why I started this post. If you have to ask, then you already answered my question. I am just tired of politicans in NOLA. I say we get a developer to come in and build a new theme park in Jefferson and build it right. Have plenty of trees and shady areas along with great themeing. It can be done. The question is, will you support it?
When Jazzland first opened, they had an initial successful first season. "Mega Zeph" was the signature coaster and a very good woodie! As time went on, attendence started to dwindle because it was just too hot. There were no shade areas or cool zones. The park was rushed together and not much theming went into it. A company named Alfa, Alfa (Alfa Smartparks) ran Jazzland very poorly. They later went under and Six Flags stepped in and renamed the park. I knew this was a bad idea because their bottomline was negative 1 billion or so dollars. Now, they want out.
SFNO is now on the chopping block as the Mayor has stated he has no plans to re-open SFNO. I saw this coming a mile away even before Katrina. SFI made money off of SFNO the last two seasons after they put in "Batman the Ride" and "Jester." They claimed to have invested $25 million to improve the park. There's no way they spent that much because both of the coasters that they brought in were refurbished and or used. They put fresh coats of paint on buildings, rides, and put their signature Looney Tunes characters everywhere along with the Justice League. After Katrina, they went in and removed Batman the Ride and shipped it to their sister park in San Antonio. When that happened, the writing was on the wall. The company has too much debt and their stock holders are letting them know about it.
The key to building a successful theme park is to have the right developer and the perfect collection of great traditional flat rides and theming. You have to have that signature coaster to compliment the whole park just like the "Zephur" was to Pontchartrain Beach back in the day. Most theme parks of today start out with a least 3 coasters, which is standard. We would have to find a location that could facilitate mass expansion in Jefferson Parish. 180 acres would be an ideal size with plenty or trees to theme around.
I quess you are wondering why I started this post. If you have to ask, then you already answered my question. I am just tired of politicans in NOLA. I say we get a developer to come in and build a new theme park in Jefferson and build it right. Have plenty of trees and shady areas along with great themeing. It can be done. The question is, will you support it?