Well, despite the wishes of the Department of Transportation, it seems the FutureGen Alliance is going ahead with their announcement on Dec. 18th to let the world know where they intend to build the first "clean coal burning" energy plant.
Hopes are high that the location chosen will be the Odessa/Penwell here in west Texas. Illinois locations are very hopeful that they will be the ones to become home to the 2 billion dollar plant, but it really is up in the air until the 18th.
If it does come to west Texas, hold on to something. You think we're in a "boom" time now? You ain't seen nothin' yet!
Merry Christmas everyone!
Friday, December 14, 2007
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
Austin Hill Visit 2007 - Realtor Style
Greetings friends!
Yesterday proved to be a fun-filled and adventurous day for me and several of my peers, as we did a trek to the State Capital building in Austin.
The State Legislature named March 27, 2007: Texas Realtor Day, and I can assure you hundreds of Realtors showed up to show our support. A group of ten of us flew down to Austin, leaving Midland at 7:00am sharp. SouthWest Airlines got us to Austin ahead of schedule and we were on our way. Now, how we managed to fit nine people into a seven passenger van is beyond explaination, but quite funny! No, I can't post any photos of the event. Suffice to say we all know each other much better and the term "bonding" has taken on new meaning. (*Sardines anyone?*)
Seriously though, the event was a huge success and quite the learning experience. We met with Drew Darby of San Angelo, Kel Seliger of Amarillo, Buddy West of Odessa and Speaker of the House Tom Craddick and his beautiful and gracious wife, Nadine Craddick. Mrs. Craddick knew a couple members of our party personally, and was generous enough to invite us back for a tour of the newly renovated residential space of the Speaker. For those who do not know, millions of dollars were raised and spent for this renovation process, and I'm happy to report it was well worth the resources. The new space now has the Speaker's office, conference room, living room and dining area, all of which is used to welcome and accomidate delegates and dignitaries from near and far. Texas is a far more welcoming place with this new space at the ready.
The Texas Association of Realtors put together a very well organized and fruitful day. Every member, as far as I can tell, of the Texas Congress, has been met with and visited with on behalf of every home owner, as it is our highest priority to protect home owners and all real estate owners in the state of Texas. One photographer, whom I found myself following all day, said that she was indeed following the Midland group around. "You all are organized, you know where you are going. You're a good group! You can pretty much count on being in the next magazine." Awesome! Now if I had only asked her which magazine she worked for?? ;) I'll report back when I know for sure, but more than likely the Texas Realtor mag. We'll see.
Anyhow, it was a great time! Permian Basin Board of Realtors was well represented and I'm proud and glad I was able to join in with them, and everyone we had worked with yesterday. Thanks go out to Carolyn Arnold of PBBR, Laura Lyons President 2007 PBBR, and everyone else in attendence. Special shout-out to Skeet Doss and Kay Sutton for their close friendship with Mr. & Mrs. Craddick, and the opportunity to visit with them and get the extra guided tour. What a rare opportunity that was, and so much fun!
Take care,
John B.
Yesterday proved to be a fun-filled and adventurous day for me and several of my peers, as we did a trek to the State Capital building in Austin.
The State Legislature named March 27, 2007: Texas Realtor Day, and I can assure you hundreds of Realtors showed up to show our support. A group of ten of us flew down to Austin, leaving Midland at 7:00am sharp. SouthWest Airlines got us to Austin ahead of schedule and we were on our way. Now, how we managed to fit nine people into a seven passenger van is beyond explaination, but quite funny! No, I can't post any photos of the event. Suffice to say we all know each other much better and the term "bonding" has taken on new meaning. (*Sardines anyone?*)
Seriously though, the event was a huge success and quite the learning experience. We met with Drew Darby of San Angelo, Kel Seliger of Amarillo, Buddy West of Odessa and Speaker of the House Tom Craddick and his beautiful and gracious wife, Nadine Craddick. Mrs. Craddick knew a couple members of our party personally, and was generous enough to invite us back for a tour of the newly renovated residential space of the Speaker. For those who do not know, millions of dollars were raised and spent for this renovation process, and I'm happy to report it was well worth the resources. The new space now has the Speaker's office, conference room, living room and dining area, all of which is used to welcome and accomidate delegates and dignitaries from near and far. Texas is a far more welcoming place with this new space at the ready.
The Texas Association of Realtors put together a very well organized and fruitful day. Every member, as far as I can tell, of the Texas Congress, has been met with and visited with on behalf of every home owner, as it is our highest priority to protect home owners and all real estate owners in the state of Texas. One photographer, whom I found myself following all day, said that she was indeed following the Midland group around. "You all are organized, you know where you are going. You're a good group! You can pretty much count on being in the next magazine." Awesome! Now if I had only asked her which magazine she worked for?? ;) I'll report back when I know for sure, but more than likely the Texas Realtor mag. We'll see.
Anyhow, it was a great time! Permian Basin Board of Realtors was well represented and I'm proud and glad I was able to join in with them, and everyone we had worked with yesterday. Thanks go out to Carolyn Arnold of PBBR, Laura Lyons President 2007 PBBR, and everyone else in attendence. Special shout-out to Skeet Doss and Kay Sutton for their close friendship with Mr. & Mrs. Craddick, and the opportunity to visit with them and get the extra guided tour. What a rare opportunity that was, and so much fun!
Take care,
John B.
Tuesday, January 23, 2007
Blogging for Midland? Oh yeah! I think I've heard of it...
I know, late again. Go figure. :p
What can I say? Life has been a little busy, so I'll try to catch up.
First off, Baby's Birthday! Aiden turned 1 this past week and we had a party for him on Sunday. All Grandparents and adopted Grandparents were in attendence. He loves the attention. Good thing he's humble like his Daddy. (not!) No toys! Just send money! ;) haha!
Wife, Baby and I went to Ruiodoso after Christmas! LOVE the snow. Love it! Not enough at the time we were there, but we got our skiing "fix" in and had a good time. Aiden didn't know what to think of the snow. I put his hand in it and he looked at me like," what the hell is THIS stuff?!" Cute little bug!
Work at Darrell McDonald Realtors is going great. LOTS to do in Midland, these days. We have people moving in, Investors swooping in and buying up tons of houses. Other investors buying houses to "flip." And if that wasn't enough, new construction as far as the eye can SEE! Some examples:
Ashley Furniture is up and running now, big nice store.
Comet Cleaners and Jack & Jill Doughnuts are building a new store (building) on Briarwood in NW Midland. That should be up soon.
There is a new strip mall going up by my office on Midland Drive just west of the Town & Country (also on Biarwood).
The Marriott Courtyard is going up by Sam's Club and Clear Spring's Cafe. Also over there will be Permian BMW, if my sources are correct. They should be breaking ground this year.
Also to break ground: Gander Mountian. They are an Out Doors type store with hunting, fishing and boating equipment. I think they will be a welcomed addition to the Permian Basin.
Wall Street's reconstruction is more than half way through and with it, condominiums are planned for a building at the corner of Wall and Main, just west of the main post office. These are anxiously looked after by many people in Midland. I'm very interested in them myself!
I'm sure there is plenty I've left out. It's nothing personal, it is just busy around here!
Things to look forward to in 2007:
The New Engineering building on the UTPB campus.
The New Fine Arts building and Performance Center out at 1788 and 191 (C.E.E.D. Building)
Casino news in Texas? May be a possibility
La Enterada industrial park building being filled? More than likely
Condo's all over downtown and other buildingS (Plural) coming down!!
More residential construction
More commercial construction
More investors from California and elsewhere
More oil being pumped out of the ground
and more of John being late with updating his silly blog. ;)
Anyone interested in being my secretary? I'm cheap, but funny! :P HA!
Take care and stay warm!
What can I say? Life has been a little busy, so I'll try to catch up.
First off, Baby's Birthday! Aiden turned 1 this past week and we had a party for him on Sunday. All Grandparents and adopted Grandparents were in attendence. He loves the attention. Good thing he's humble like his Daddy. (not!) No toys! Just send money! ;) haha!
Wife, Baby and I went to Ruiodoso after Christmas! LOVE the snow. Love it! Not enough at the time we were there, but we got our skiing "fix" in and had a good time. Aiden didn't know what to think of the snow. I put his hand in it and he looked at me like," what the hell is THIS stuff?!" Cute little bug!
Work at Darrell McDonald Realtors is going great. LOTS to do in Midland, these days. We have people moving in, Investors swooping in and buying up tons of houses. Other investors buying houses to "flip." And if that wasn't enough, new construction as far as the eye can SEE! Some examples:
Ashley Furniture is up and running now, big nice store.
Comet Cleaners and Jack & Jill Doughnuts are building a new store (building) on Briarwood in NW Midland. That should be up soon.
There is a new strip mall going up by my office on Midland Drive just west of the Town & Country (also on Biarwood).
The Marriott Courtyard is going up by Sam's Club and Clear Spring's Cafe. Also over there will be Permian BMW, if my sources are correct. They should be breaking ground this year.
Also to break ground: Gander Mountian. They are an Out Doors type store with hunting, fishing and boating equipment. I think they will be a welcomed addition to the Permian Basin.
Wall Street's reconstruction is more than half way through and with it, condominiums are planned for a building at the corner of Wall and Main, just west of the main post office. These are anxiously looked after by many people in Midland. I'm very interested in them myself!
I'm sure there is plenty I've left out. It's nothing personal, it is just busy around here!
Things to look forward to in 2007:
The New Engineering building on the UTPB campus.
The New Fine Arts building and Performance Center out at 1788 and 191 (C.E.E.D. Building)
Casino news in Texas? May be a possibility
La Enterada industrial park building being filled? More than likely
Condo's all over downtown and other buildingS (Plural) coming down!!
More residential construction
More commercial construction
More investors from California and elsewhere
More oil being pumped out of the ground
and more of John being late with updating his silly blog. ;)
Anyone interested in being my secretary? I'm cheap, but funny! :P HA!
Take care and stay warm!
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