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e5fdny

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“The contract includes a opt-out option for Jersey Mike’s which can be executed in July 2029 if Rutgers does not “substantially renovate” the 8,000-seat trapezoidal arena or build a new one by July 1, 2028.”
I would hope by building out the lobby (like in some of the renderings) and making 118 look like the opposite end line seats would qualify as a “substantial renovation” under the contract conditions.

As for building a new one:

1. Nah.
2. I wouldn’t let them be part of the renaming of a new building unless more $$$$ was offered.
 
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BillyC80

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I hope the RAC is rocking like that again on Wednesday when OSU rolls into town. And hopefully the team will be running on all cylinders again like they were on Saturday afternoon.

Hey, Billy! I didn't realize you had moved to Florida. We're now living in Tucson, AZ - been here since September 2017.
Hey Jim, that’s awesome — I’ve always enjoyed AZ — the dry heat agrees with me. Taking the family to Sedona in May. Enjoy!
 

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I would hope by building out the lobby (like in some of the renderings) and making 118 look like the opposite end line seats would qualify as a “substantial renovation” under the contract conditions.

As for building a new one:

1. Nah.
2. I wouldn’t let them be part of the renaming of a new building unless more $$$$ was offered.
Agree.
1. Build out the lobby and put a block R on the building
2. Bring back section 118
3. Add suites and premium seating
4. Add bathrooms
 
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Sir ScarletKnight

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We should build a superstructure around the RAC, and just build the new concessions and bathrooms into that. Make it a giant glass cube, completely powerwash the RAC so it's a brilliant white, and then light up the whole thing with cool lighting on gameday. Completely maintains the RAC advantage, but allows for brand new concessions, bathrooms, etc. Turn the old offices into "premium club seating" and build up a new 118 that matches the student section for size, with a cutout in the middle for the handicap seating.


 
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e5fdny

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Agree.
1. Build out the lobby and put a block R on the building
2. Bring back section 118
3. Add suites and premium seating
4. Add bathrooms
If that’s not “substantial” enough for Jersey Mike’s I say we rip up that contract and go with the Subway instead. LOL
 

RutgersNo1

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We should build a superstructure around the RAC, and just build the new concessions and bathrooms into that. Make it a giant glass cube, completely powerwash the RAC so it's a brilliant white, and then light up the whole thing with cool lighting on gameday. Completely maintains the RAC advantage, but allows for brand new concessions, bathrooms, etc. Turn the old offices into "premium club seating" and build up a new 118 that matches the student section for size, with a cutout in the middle for the handicap seating.


Like MSG Sphere?
 

Sir ScarletKnight

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Like MSG Sphere?
Nah; don't need all the fancy projection and it wouldn't be the main building. It would be an outer structure from the RAC, with the RAC still visible inside.

Like this, but on a bigger scale, with additional space added to the sides of the RAC for added bathrooms, new concession stands, etc.


 
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RUPete

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Nah; don't need all the fancy projection and it wouldn't be the main building. It would be an outer structure from the RAC, with the RAC still visible inside.

Like this, but on a bigger scale, with additional space added to the sides of the RAC for added bathrooms, new concession stands, etc.


I think you’re onto something here.
 
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