JUMP/Simplot World Headquarters - Page 24

Cottonwood · #**461** Posted **Apr 27, 2012, 7:55 PM**

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Originally Posted by Visualize

This is an older version of the project as far as I can tell, but it gives the approximate height compared to the Aspen and Hampton.

http://www.danielphollis.com/simplot...s-models-9.php

Nice find Visualize.

I think it is a given that this project will spur more development on some of the lots across the street on Myrtle, hopefully the lot with the trees, and along Front on the other side. If only we could hear some good news about the convention center site.

BoiseBMW · #**462** Posted **May 1, 2012, 8:49 PM**

So I was talking to my mate who works for Layton construction. (He is a project manager. He was the PM for the control tower, and I got an opportunity to stand on the very top of it, talk about a view!) and he stated that Layton was currently biding on the concrete for the JUMP project.

I put two and two together and realized that is most likely why they haven't started constructing yet if they haven't yet decided who will even do the concrete. I hope they get the bid so I can have some tasty insights.

Just though I'd share.

BoiseAirport · #**463** Posted **May 3, 2012, 5:55 AM**

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Originally Posted by BoiseBMW

So I was talking to my mate who works for Layton construction. (He is a project manager. He was the PM for the control tower, and I got an opportunity to stand on the very top of it, talk about a view!) and he stated that Layton was currently biding on the concrete for the JUMP project.

I put two and two together and realized that is most likely why they haven't started constructing yet if they haven't yet decided who will even do the concrete. I hope they get the bid so I can have some tasty insights.

Thanks for the update, BMW!

I was looking through the webcams and was wondering why it seems all the crews and machinery had left. Hopefully we'll find out soon who gets the bid and we can get some construction progress going.

Hawk · #**464** Posted **May 4, 2012, 11:01 PM**

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Originally Posted by BoiseAirport

Thanks for the update, BMW!

I was looking through the webcams and was wondering why it seems all the crews and machinery had left. Hopefully we'll find out soon who gets the bid and we can get some construction progress going.

I thought the same thing BA. lol for a sec I thought it was going to turn into the new boise hole.

kidboise · #**465** Posted **May 4, 2012, 11:15 PM**

Yeah, definitely don't want a new Boise Hole. Or rather, "Boise Big Flat Open Area."

SLC Projects · #**466** Posted **May 15, 2012, 6:31 PM**

Ok so what is JUMP? Housing? Office? Mixuse? Other? Sorry to lazy too read all the posts. Looks cool whatever it is.

Cottonwood · #**467** Posted **May 15, 2012, 10:04 PM**

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Originally Posted by SLC Projects

Ok so what is JUMP? Housing? Office? Mixuse? Other? Sorry to lazy too read all the posts. Looks cool whatever it is.

There are several posts regarding the purpose of JUMP, which may include a new corporate headquarters in the future. Simplot Co is one of the largest privately owned companies in the world and currently is headquarterd on Main Street near the site for JUMP. The project is basically a place for artists/creative types, with a new city park smack dab downtown, and a large building and parking garage.

http://arbiteronline.com/2012/04/23/...owntown-boise/

This urban park and learning center will consist of studios purposed for community use. The five studios will be Kitchen, Movement, Maker’s, Multi-Media and Inspiration. Each studio will serve a different purpose and will be open for community members to utilize in an effort to inspire creativity.

“In addition to the five studios, the top floor is more of a meeting space and an area where we can generate addition income to support the other efforts throughout the project,” said Kathy O’Neill, community programs coordinator.

Additionally, JUMP will feature a 3.5-acre urban park and outdoor amphitheater. A path will extend the Boise River Greenbelt, enabling direct pedestrian access to JUMP.

Hawk · #**468** Posted **May 16, 2012, 10:46 PM**

does anyone know if they've found a company that'll do the concrete for them yet? From what it looks like is that it's still a small hole in the ground.

Cottonwood · #**469** Posted **May 16, 2012, 10:49 PM**

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Originally Posted by Hawk

does anyone know if they've found a company that'll do the concrete for them yet? From what it looks like is that it's still a small hole in the ground.

Looks as if some bids are due May 22:

http://www.hoffmancorp.com/subcontra...il.aspx?id=811

JUMP - Jack's Urban Meeting Place
Boise, Idaho Bids Due: 05/22/2012 02:00 PM
Package Contents: Bid Package #3 - Below Grade Parking Garage - ELEVATORS ONLY
Revised Bid Date!

BID DOCUMENTS: Click Here
Addendum B issued 5/3

Package Description: JUMP – JACK’S URBAN MEETING PLACE
BOISE, IDAHO
BID PACKAGE #3 – BELOW GRADE PARKING GARAGE - ELEVATORS ONLY
PRE-BID MEETING: 9:00 A.M., APRIL 19
BIDS DUE: 2:00 P.M., MAY 22 (Addendum A)
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Boisebro · #**470** Posted **May 17, 2012, 1:56 AM**

both the JUMP site and the 8th and Main site have been quiet now for days.

that can only mean one thing.

i'm impatient.

BoiseBMW · #**471** Posted **May 17, 2012, 6:16 PM**

I just texted my mate who works for Layton to see if they got the bid or if he knows any good info. I really hope they get the bid and he could take me out to the site and see the good stuff.

Cottonwood · #**472** Posted **May 17, 2012, 7:35 PM**

I saw machinery on site today at lunch, although they were doing some very un-Boise like things like chopping down trees

Good to see progress continuing, bring on JUMP.

Boisebro · #**473** Posted **May 17, 2012, 7:38 PM**

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Originally Posted by Cottonwood

I saw machinery on site today at lunch, although they were doing some very un-Boise like things like chopping down trees

... wearing high heels, suspenders and a bra?

Cottonwood · #**474** Posted **May 17, 2012, 7:40 PM**

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Originally Posted by Boisebro

... wearing high heels, suspenders and a bra?

Good one

I decided to edit my post because even though I was just having fun, there are a few lurkers or people who post once a year that may have not understood my humor

BTW, I have noticed a few new forumers with Boise related screen names who have not posted yet...welcome!!

Hawk · #**475** Posted **May 18, 2012, 12:15 AM**

THEY'RE TEARING DOWN THE TREES?!

OMG OMG OMG I must recruit people to go down there to the JUMP sight and chain ourselves to the trees. TREES ARE PEOPLE TOO!!!!!!

isangpogi · #**476** Posted **May 18, 2012, 3:52 AM**

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Originally Posted by Hawk

THEY'RE TEARING DOWN THE TREES?!

OMG OMG OMG I must recruit people to go down there to the JUMP sight and chain ourselves to the trees. TREES ARE PEOPLE TOO!!!!!!

I'm in! It's also not right that they are planning on removing so much dirt from its natural habitat in order to make room for the parking garage. That dirt has been there longer than any of us have!

Cottonwood · #**477** Posted **May 18, 2012, 3:21 PM**

As of this morning there was a lot more heavy machinery on site. This is going to be interesting to watch because of the size of the project and the amount of construction workers they say will be swarming around.

BoiseAirport · #**478** Posted **May 18, 2012, 9:23 PM**

Indeed, looks like work has resumed.

Here's a side by side comparison between 3:00pm May 16th and 3:00pm May 18th (just now).

City Of Trees · #**479** Posted **May 19, 2012, 12:23 PM**

Looks like those trees at the former 10th & Borah intersection are no more. Ah, fond memories of biking under those to access the Pioneer path....

BoiseAirport · #**480** Posted **May 19, 2012, 2:44 PM**

Man, I really wish they'd do that along the Boise River. Get rid of those ugly trees that block my view of the foothills... at least paint them brown so they blend in.