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YouTubeJust a quick note here, tomorrow is the first hurdle with the City of Columbus for zoning variences and approvals. I have never done this before but the developer and the engineer have assured me it's an easy process.
I would also like to thank the couple that stepped forward with a $1,000.00 check earlier this week to put community pride back where it belongs. This jesture did not go un-noticed and will be useful in taking care of the zoning board fees in the very near future.
I will post more this weekend if any significant hurdles arise after tomorrows pow-wow.
THANKS for paying close attention to what's happening in Upper West Columbus... Margo's will be something we will all be proud of.
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Margo's - New Restaurant in Development on West Broad Street
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d_gerard_777
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d_gerard_777
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Things with the City went well Thursday and approval is tentatively scheduled with the City of Colmbus BZA on 11/17/09. No time set yet but, when it is I will let you know. Since that is a public forum, there is time alloted for the public to speak and I will surely need that assistance. If anyone is interested in seeing a working menu for Margo's, please email me at eatatmargos@gmail.com I will forward a copy to you as we are seeking input from customers. We would like to iron out details on breakfast for a week or so then work on the lunch, then dinner quisine'.
Thanks again for everyone's support!
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d_gerard_777
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Margo's is currently in need of an Accountant with restaurant experience. Must understand ammoritization, depreciation, taxation, insurance, payroll, licenses to serve alcohol and the like. It would be on a contingency basis til the establishement is up and running we are looking at Summer '10 soft opening.
If anyone is or knows of someone that would be interested, please contact eatatmargos@gmail.comThank you.
There will be an investors meeting within the next few weeks, anyone intrested in helping bring Upper West Columbus into the place to live, work & dine... we would be interested in talking to you.
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roy
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d_gerard_777 wrote >>
Things with the City went well Thursday and approval is tentatively scheduled with the City of Colmbus BZA on 11/17/09. No time set yet but, when it is I will let you know. Since that is a public forum, there is time alloted for the public to speak and I will surely need that assistance.I'm sure the BZA would welcome letters of support from neighboring businesses/residents, the Greater Hilltop Area Commission, the Hilltop Business Association, area block watch groups and other stakeholders.
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chef_mace1974
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Excitement fills the air. I have never been more excited to be on board with an endeavor. This is going to make a difference in the lives and livelihood of many.
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d_gerard_777
W. Broad Street
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That's very true, Chef Mace is expecting a 2nd child and there are many that have approached me in Westgate about volunteering to be there, work there or put things in motion to keep Margo's successful. There is a phone conference this week with 2 from the city and my Engineer for the project about parking variences.
I have over 200 signatures from the businesses in the effected area, residence in the immediate affected area by the extra street parking and the residence of Westgate in general. I ran out of slots to sign within 4 days. Going door to door was a great experience. There are some things being passed out next Sunday at the Uptown on the Hilltop Parade that will come in handy for Grand Opening week next year.
Hope to see you there!Posted 2 years ago # -
d_gerard_777
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Sure seems like forever since I had anything to say here but, 02/26/10 is the day I expect the City of Columbus Board of Zoning to approve the variences we have requested to make Margo's a reality. It took several weeks of explaining to officials that there is a severe lack of parking in the Westgate Corridor of West Broad Street. There appeared to be a hold-out between 2 departments but that seems to be cleared. It is exciting to finally give an update to a dream thats been years in the making and almost 10 months of footwork. All the letters of support, signatures from Westgate residents & the corridor business owners proved to be worth the effort. About 45 days from now I will be even happier than I am right now. Thanks to everyone for encouraging words, volunteerism & support. Our neighborhood will prevail.
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d_gerard_777
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[b]Two big events are coming up... Tuesday, Feb 23rd at 6 PM, anyone wishing to be at the Board of Zoning hearing on Margo's behalf, the final approval hearing takes place. If you want to see change, real change in an area of Columbus that has been neglected for far too long... I welcome you to appear.
Secondly, Saturday, March 6th, Margo's is hosting an event to benefit the Mid-Ohio Foodbank. It will be held at Parkview Methodist Church, food served from 2-5PM. You will be able to eat items off the Margo's menu, win some door prizes & be exposed to other Westgate/Hilltop businesses. Catch up with old freinds & create new.
Sponsorship's (mention in the event flyer/bring your business promotional material for atendees to take home with them)are $100.00 and include 2 tickets. Tickets alone are $15.00 each. Tickets are available starting NEXT friday... one week from tomorrow. Either contact eatatmargos@gmail.com or stop in at Gearharts Hardware on W. Broad Street.
ALL proceeds benefit the Mid-Ohio Foodbank. Look forward to meeting you there!Posted 2 years ago # -
someonewhoknows
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I think the west side is changing. With the Casino and the Cooper Park Complex, it seems to be where everyone's eye is focused.
Cooper Park is a pretty highend development. Check it out http://www.cooperparkcomplex.com
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kcrissinger
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someonewhoknows wrote >>
I think the west side is changing. With the Casino and the Cooper Park Complex, it seems to be where everyone's eye is focused.
Cooper Park is a pretty highend development. Check it out http://www.cooperparkcomplex.comWe can only hope everything goes through as planned for all of these projects (although one is very near and dear to my heart). I'm looking forward to seeing a west side that has the vibrancy of days past that I remember well. Granted, the vibrancy will be very different, but all positive energy is welcome.
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d_gerard_777
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Thanks for the kind words, Margo's has been in the making... one slow step at time for about 10 months but the dream started about 5 years ago.
Hope you will get your tickets starting this Thursday by either contacting me or going to Gearhart Hardware on West Broad Street!Posted 2 years ago # -
CDS sherman
East Franklinton
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kcrissinger wrote >>
someonewhoknows wrote >>
I think the west side is changing. With the Casino and the Cooper Park Complex, it seems to be where everyone's eye is focused.
Cooper Park is a pretty highend development. Check it out http://www.cooperparkcomplex.comWe can only hope everything goes through as planned for all of these projects (although one is very near and dear to my heart). I'm looking forward to seeing a west side that has the vibrancy of days past that I remember well. Granted, the vibrancy will be very different, but all positive energy is welcome.
i hope everything goes through as planned for your restaurant! i hope the racetrack just goes away.... honestly
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kcrissinger
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d_gerard_777 wrote >>
Thanks for the kind words, Margo's has been in the making... one slow step at time for about 10 months but the dream started about 5 years ago.
Hope you will get your tickets starting this Thursday by either contacting me or going to Gearhart Hardware on West Broad Street!The tickets are printed and ready for purchase. You can call (614)531-0386 or (614)516-3856 or visit Gearheart's, as stated above. Please think about attending this benefit for the Mid-Ohio Foodbank and previewing the menu of Westgate's newest restaurant.
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d_gerard_777
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Just a quick note here... the Columbus Board of Zoning Appeals said YES tonight. It was a 4 to 0/all in favor & had 3 of them thank me for calling Westgate & the Hilltop HOME! Now comes the real hard part...
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ZHC
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patient_zero
Falafel District
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d_gerard_777 wrote >>
I am here to tell you I am in the process of installing an upstart restaurant in Upper West Columbus/Westgate Neighborhood. Margo's will be the the place to be, serving the West Side and anyone in Columbus interested in supporting the vegetable and cattle farms in Central Ohio.Wow! This thread is about 6 months old and I've read the updates, and the Board of Zoning Appeals said YES tonight. I hope you popped a bottle of bubbly tonight because you deserve it.
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Parker
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d_gerard_777 wrote >>
serving the West Side and anyone in Columbus interested in supporting the vegetable and cattle farms in Central Ohio.this IS very exciting. Who are you working with to identify these farms? Are there a particular type of production methods, or is it more important that they are local and will this local aspect play heavily in the marketing? Best of luck, can't wait to make the trip from the lower west side!
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ohiojimmie
Westgate
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I'm still wondering where I should look for this place? I would like to see the progress the site makes when building and renovating.
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d_gerard_777
W. Broad Street
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ZHC, I am going to keep at it, there is much more work to be done for sure.
Patient_Zero... It's been a while since I had a drink & when I left the Board of Zoning meeting I really wanted one but didn't indulge. (Now opening day) on the HILLTOP, not the Franklinton... I hear more than one cork of bubbly popping & I will take a few drinks. The hard part is just beginning but it was worth the wait. Thanks for aknowledging the hard work, I appreciate that.
Parker, yes the fact that Margo's supports OHIO & OHIO based Whole Food w/no chemicals will be in the advertising. It's on the business card now and it is intended to be in all media when we are ready to open.
The actual restaurant will be on the corner of Algonquin & West Broad Street (the East Corner) next to Josie's Pizza.
There will be plenty promo cards available at the Food Bank Event.
I would like to see everyone out there on 03/06/10 at Parkview Methodist, 2-5 PM.
I want to thank everyone for the encouraging words since this journey started, the support has been amazing.Posted 2 years ago # -
somertimeoh
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Are there 2 Josie's Pizza restaurants?
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