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Originally Posted by the urban politician
Mag Mile has, as long as I've been alive, the major draw of foot traffic to downtown north of the river. It's definitely going to have to redefine itself in the post Covid, Jeff Bezos oligarchy world. I have no idea what kinds of stores will go there, but I can't help but wonder if there is a bit too much optimism for "experience retail". I mean, how much demand will there be in extant flagship retail space for such a thing?
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It needs to be completely reimagined beyond retail. Some flagships, sure, but it needs to be remade into a pedestrian mall. Two lanes of traffic, dedicated bus lanes, bike lanes, and lots and lots of space for pedestrians, landscaping, and sidewalk cafes. Also create a big pedestrian plaza near the Water Tower where the city can have events. But that would take bold, progressive action so it won't happen. Probably a few small art installations and new streetlight banners with a fresh new "Mag Mile" logo.