If you could change one thing about Hamilton, what would it be?

[bornagainbiking]

There is so much talk of the waterfront and to combat urban sprawl.
So the site that is supposed to be designated for the new stadium is just a huge underused brownfield and an eyesore for any one going to Bayfront Park.
They should totally clean up the area from the railway tracks to Barton and Bay to Queen. This should be condos plain and simple. It worked for Burlington. Empty nesters looking to downsize and enjoy life near the harbour. Heck, that is why they are flogging condos along the beach strip for over $200,000 a pop. Attached to a great walking/rec trail.
So stop with the nonsense about blocking the view as most of the houses along Hess etc etc are one and two storey and would benefit from the increased density (stores and basic amenities). Not to mention inproved roads and infrastructure.
This should be a priority as it seems to be working at the foot of John at the Discovery Centre. Who knows how many empty nester would also have a boat moored nearby and the spinoff increased recreational harbour use.
So CLEAN UP the garbage and derelict buildings and then it might sell. it has to be done sometime, better now so we can entice occupants not make them sick.
Get the railroad to buy in as this may be a boost to commuters. Way cheaper to buy here vice Queen's Quay.