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Originally Posted by downtownpdx
Renovated transit mall - new light rail line, new artwork, brick pavers, new transit shelters, better lighting, etc.; luxury hotel opening across the street from Rite Aid; Marriot Courtyard opening 3 blocks away on 6th; three major storefront facelifts on 5th/6th within 2 blocks, including possible renovation of the Rite Aid; new hotel starting construction soon at Alder & Park. This is activity just within 3 blocks of Rite Aid, so new towers or not, I think this area will be just fine.
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These changes will definitely make a difference in atmosphere, but any lasting transformation could only occur if there is an investment in the area by residents who live in the area. Until we get a few residential towers in and around "Fright aid" and pioneer square, the area will (IMHO) continue to be a place where people come to work, stay at a hotel, shop and then leave. It's the "leaving" part that needs to be remedied.