[Winona Online Democracy] Paul, I am always delighted when you rediscover that government, indeedd, does have value...smiles...I agree that offices are fined tenants downtown...and they are probably already the most significant economic engine today.
Don't forget tourism as a primary economic engine, as well...these visitors have no desire to shop at Walmart...they want to shop at BitterSweet and Heart's Desire...and they brought their visa cards with them. As for parking, you know as well as I do that the Port has to bite the bullet one of these days and drop a three of four level parking ramp (with a nice brick facade...vaguely historic) into the lot at Second and Center. Center Street could easily be maintained below the upper decks...and it could be a mix of monthly and hourly parking. It is past time we have a parking structure downtown to reduce the desire to raze buildings for additional surface parking. And I do believe...and it will surprise no one here, I think...that downtown's historic aesthetics are as important to the area's success as is its proximity to the river...both must be capitalized on to develop the full potential of downtown. Bob Sebo Winona _______________________________________________ This message was posted to Winona Online Democracy All messages must be signed by the senders actual name. No commercial solicitations are allowed on this list. To manage your subscription or view the message archives, please visit http://mapnp.mnforum.org/mailman/listinfo/winona Any problems or suggestions can be directed to mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] If you want help on how to contact elected officials, go to the Contact page at http://www.winonaonlinedemocracy.org
