The Interpreter Posted August 11, 2015 Posted August 11, 2015 That's not how it was under Paramount. Any ride in both states got inspected by both. In addition, the two state situation created nightmares with state tax collection, criminal law enforcement, building codes, ride procedures and on and on. I cannot imagine that a state with potential liability would allow another state sole inspection rights for a ride partly in their (and ONLY their) jurisdiction. The fact Thunder Road was marketed as being an interstate ride.... 5 Quote
jcgoble3 Posted August 11, 2015 Posted August 11, 2015 In addition, the two state situation created nightmares with state tax collection, criminal law enforcement, building codes, ride procedures and on and on. Makes one wonder why they chose to build on the state line in the first place... 4 Quote
rcwizard13 Posted August 11, 2015 Posted August 11, 2015 In addition, the two state situation created nightmares with state tax collection, criminal law enforcement, building codes, ride procedures and on and on. Makes one wonder why they chose to build on the state line in the first place... Well, were state inspections (responsibilities towards the amusement industry) of the 70s as big of a deal as they are today? 4 Quote
jcgoble3 Posted August 11, 2015 Posted August 11, 2015 Did I quote anything about inspections? Even in the 70s, I would think that the issues I did quote would be enough of a hassle to stay on one side of the line or the other. 2 Quote
bkroz Posted August 12, 2015 Posted August 12, 2015 It's definitely a plus in some regards. I would imagine (having never been a local to Carowinds) that the park "belongs to" both states in terms of the collective consciousness of the people, which is maybe a psychological plus? Is that how it feels, or would locals consider it one state over the other? Very unusual. And a logistical nightmare? 1 Quote
rcwizard13 Posted August 12, 2015 Posted August 12, 2015 ^^ I see "inspections" was a poor word choice on my part. I was trying to think of a word that summed up all that was quoted. In a rush, "inspections" was all I had. I've edited my post to better reflect my line of thought. 2 Quote
jcgoble3 Posted August 12, 2015 Posted August 12, 2015 ^^ I see "inspections" was a poor word choice on my part. I was trying to think of a word that summed up all that was quoted. In a rush, "inspections" was all I had. I've edited my post to better reflect my line of thought. I'm not just talking about amusement parks here. Of what I originally quoted, sales tax, law enforcement, and building codes are completely independent of the amusement industry. In essence, why would anyone build any business of any kind where it straddles a state border? 2 Quote
bkroz Posted August 12, 2015 Posted August 12, 2015 Has anyone already posted this and I missed it? Plans leaked. http://carowindsconnection.com/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=4335&start=555 New external entrance, wave pool, water play structure (replacing existing wave pool), slide complex, and two new bath houses. Via Carowinds Conneciton user "FamousAmos" at page link above so you can see why Thunder Road is being removed (or maybe you can't): 2 Quote
rcwizard13 Posted August 12, 2015 Posted August 12, 2015 ^^ I see "inspections" was a poor word choice on my part. I was trying to think of a word that summed up all that was quoted. In a rush, "inspections" was all I had. I've edited my post to better reflect my line of thought. I'm not just talking about amusement parks here. Of what I originally quoted, sales tax, law enforcement, and building codes are completely independent of the amusement industry. In essence, why would anyone build any business of any kind where it straddles a state border? True, but you did not clarify that in your first post and, as this is a forum built upon amusement parks, it is easy to assume you are only talking about amusement parks. 2 Quote
jcgoble3 Posted August 12, 2015 Posted August 12, 2015 ^^ I see "inspections" was a poor word choice on my part. I was trying to think of a word that summed up all that was quoted. In a rush, "inspections" was all I had. I've edited my post to better reflect my line of thought. I'm not just talking about amusement parks here. Of what I originally quoted, sales tax, law enforcement, and building codes are completely independent of the amusement industry. In essence, why would anyone build any business of any kind where it straddles a state border? True, but you did not clarify that in your first post and, as this is a forum built upon amusement parks, it is easy to assume you are only talking about amusement parks. Fair enough. Both of us could have been clearer initially. 2 Quote
The Interpreter Posted August 12, 2015 Posted August 12, 2015 I seem to remember a war in the mid-1800's over, some claim, the rights of states within their respective borders. Note that, like Great Adventure, the park sold in its early days...as the original owner wasn't making a go of it. 2 Quote
matt112986 Posted August 12, 2015 Posted August 12, 2015 Electrical lines can be moved. Terp, pointing out stuff. Do you think they would? Seems like it would have made sense to long ago. 1 Quote
The Interpreter Posted August 12, 2015 Posted August 12, 2015 I think the company will do what it thinks is required or in its best financial interest. Major expenses are not normally undertaken unless and until it is wise to do so. 2 Quote
WindingSon Posted August 16, 2015 Author Posted August 16, 2015 Hmmmmmmm.. I wonder if Carowinds is changing the name of its water park? https://www.facebook.com/carowindspark/videos/vb.91085023598/10153556253243599/?type=2&theater&__fns&hash=Ac2h0nZE33LMJg2z If that didn't answer it for you, see post 57. 2 Quote
Italian Job 2005 Posted August 16, 2015 Posted August 16, 2015 I've said this once. I'll say it again. Soak City rebrand. Coming to all former Paramount parks. That's just my guess. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote
RollerNut Posted August 16, 2015 Posted August 16, 2015 That's not how it was under Paramount. Any ride in both states got inspected by both. In addition, the two state situation created nightmares with state tax collection, criminal law enforcement, building codes, ride procedures and on and on. I cannot imagine that a state with potential liability would allow another state sole inspection rights for a ride partly in their (and ONLY their) jurisdiction. The fact Thunder Road was marketed as being an interstate ride.... By the time I worked there in 2005, Thunder Road was inspected by South Carolina only and Goldrusher(the real first coaster to cross the state line) was inspected by North Carolina only. The determining factor by then was which state the Station building is in. 6 Quote
ethancoaster Posted August 16, 2015 Posted August 16, 2015 I've said this once. I'll say it again. Soak City rebrand. Coming to all former Paramount parks. That's just my guess. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Nope: http://www.trademarkia.com/company-millennium-operation-llc-4352778-page-1-2And if you're confused about who they are, http://www.bloomberg.com/Research/stocks/private/snapshot.asp?privcapId=288347241 2 Quote
The Interpreter Posted August 16, 2015 Posted August 16, 2015 Probably. But see Centurion. Just because a mark is registered doesn't mean it will be kept, used or abandoned. 3 Quote
WindingSon Posted August 27, 2015 Author Posted August 27, 2015 Announcement soon: https://www.periscope.tv/w/aK8cDjMyNjMxOTZ8MVlxSkR6TGFFT0xLVpN29-4hWutBJd6Ey3sdyy1Hl7aEErxM368FSRkljpNs Live now. 2 Quote
WindingSon Posted August 27, 2015 Author Posted August 27, 2015 So far: Carowinds gets Cirque Imagine next year. And the cast is there!! Good for Carowinds. New Starbucks near the park entrance. 7 Quote
Colonel_SoB_fan Posted August 27, 2015 Posted August 27, 2015 Guess that confirms it will not return to Kings Island Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using Tapatalk Quote
WindingSon Posted August 27, 2015 Author Posted August 27, 2015 Carolina Harbor is now official! 8 Quote
WindingSon Posted August 27, 2015 Author Posted August 27, 2015 Blackbeard's Revenge. The same slide complex KI is getting next year. 4 Quote
WindingSon Posted August 27, 2015 Author Posted August 27, 2015 A few new kiddie areas in the waterpark. A wave pool. Amenities! Harbor House restaurant. New water park entrance. New cocktail bar. New lounge chairs. 3 Quote
WindingSon Posted August 27, 2015 Author Posted August 27, 2015 A Plants vs Zombies attraction is coming. More details in October. 3 Quote
calakapepe Posted August 27, 2015 Posted August 27, 2015 In addition, the two state situation created nightmares with state tax collection, criminal law enforcement, building codes, ride procedures and on and on. Makes one wonder why they chose to build on the state line in the first place... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carowinds Apparently from a inspired trip to Disneyland and coupled with a dream to bring the two states closer together. 3 Quote
BB1 Posted August 27, 2015 Posted August 27, 2015 I can tell you that Henley said it best. Good bye BB, Once again. 4 Quote
bkroz Posted August 27, 2015 Posted August 27, 2015 This is a move in the right direction. This identity is fresh, cohesive within the park's themed lands, and classy. Maybe if our water park expansion had come a few years later, we'd have Kings Coast or something more appropriate than the generic Soak City. 3 Quote
WindingSon Posted August 27, 2015 Author Posted August 27, 2015 I'm not sure how that decision was made, considering Kings Dominion's waterpark was just changed this year to Soak City from WaterWorks. Perhaps it has something to do with being the biggest waterpark in the carolinas? 3 Quote
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