The Clinton (Oklahoma) Economic Development Authority officially offered the closed Glancy Motel as a possible new headquarters for the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. If accepted, the development would be a bitter turn of events for many Route 66ers. Less than 18 months ago, the authority planned to let a local developer restore the motel and rebuild … Continue reading Clinton officially offers Glancy Motel as a site for state police headquarters
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City of Clinton approves authority’s purchase of Trade Winds Inn and its future demolition
The City of Clinton, Oklahoma, recently approved the Clinton Economic Development Authority's purchase and future razing of the now-closed Trade Winds Inn motel, known for preserving a room where Elvis Presley stayed four times on cross-country trips. According to the Clinton Daily News (subscription required): “The Tradewinds has closed and we are in the process … Continue reading City of Clinton approves authority’s purchase of Trade Winds Inn and its future demolition
Clinton City Council approves the purchase and eventual demolition of Trade Winds Inn
The Clinton, Oklahoma, City Council during a special meeting last week approved the city's Economic Development Authority's purchase of the historic Trade Winds Inn motel so it can be torn down and redeveloped for other uses, including parking for the nearby public school district. The Trade Winds, built at 2128 W. Gary Blvd. (aka Route … Continue reading Clinton City Council approves the purchase and eventual demolition of Trade Winds Inn
Clinton board rejects two redevelopment plans for Glancy Motel
The Clinton, Oklahoma, Economic Development Authority unanimously turned down two plans to redevelop the historic Glancy Motel, signaling the board is seriously considering a recent proposal from the Oklahoma Highway Patrol to use the building. The turn of events is a disappointing one for Route 66 enthusiasts. About a year ago, the authority was considering … Continue reading Clinton board rejects two redevelopment plans for Glancy Motel
Oklahoma Highway Patrol interested in Glancy Motel property in Clinton
In the latest twist for the Glancy Motel's possible future, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol told the city's Economic Development Authority it would like the closed Clinton property donated so OHP can build a new troop headquarters there. The Clinton Daily News (subscription required) had details about a letter of intent OHP sent to the authority: … Continue reading Oklahoma Highway Patrol interested in Glancy Motel property in Clinton
Trade Winds Inn in Clinton, best known for its Elvis Room, may be demolished
The Trade Winds Inn motel in Clinton, Oklahoma -- best known for its Elvis Room where Elvis Presley stayed during his cross-country road trips -- may be demolished with the possibility the local school district might use the property. The Clinton Daily News (subscription required) reported last week the Clinton Economic Development Authority will discuss … Continue reading Trade Winds Inn in Clinton, best known for its Elvis Room, may be demolished
City of Clinton receives two proposals for Glancy Motel property
The Clinton (Oklahoma) Economic Development Authority this week received two proposals for the Glancy Motel and Pop Hicks properties, prompting it to urge the City Council to not accept bids for the properties' demolition as previously planned. Details of the proposals were reported in the Clinton Daily News (subscription required). Local residents Corky Heard and … Continue reading City of Clinton receives two proposals for Glancy Motel property
Rick Koch no longer involved in Glancy Motel, Pop Hicks redevelopment plan
Local oilman Rick Koch no longer is involved in a plan to redevelop the Glancy Motel and Pop Hicks properties along Route 66 in Clinton, Oklahoma. According to the Clinton Daily News (subscription required): “Rick Koch is no longer involved in the Glancy project and has chosen instead to focus on his work down at … Continue reading Rick Koch no longer involved in Glancy Motel, Pop Hicks redevelopment plan
Historic McLain Rogers Park in Clinton to undergo improvements
The City of Clinton, Oklahoma, and its Beautification Committee are in the early stages of making historic McLain Rogers Park "more accessible and user friendly," according to a newspaper's report. The Clinton Daily News (subscription required) talked to city manager Robert Johnston about the possible changes: “There is an obvious lack of handicap and ADA … Continue reading Historic McLain Rogers Park in Clinton to undergo improvements
City of Clinton soon will seek bids on partial demolition of the Glancy Motel
The city's Economic Development Authority in Clinton, Oklahoma, is about to seek bids to demolish a sizable chunk of the closed Glancy Motel. The authority moved to fund the demolition of every building at the Glancy except the office and 17 units on the south half of the property, plus whatever remains of the Pop … Continue reading City of Clinton soon will seek bids on partial demolition of the Glancy Motel