Catalyst Yawn
One would think the announcement of a new $27 million, 9-story, half-block building in Downtown Lincoln would be cause for celebration, or at least a “hooray”. But the announcement of just such a project garnered little more than a yawn. Why?
The fact that Mayor Beutler & Co. chose to make the announcement on a Friday afternoon might have something to do with it. Friday afternoon is usually reserved for political scandals and other unpleasantness. Hopefully we can’t draw any conclusions about this announcement based on the company it keeps.
I happen to be quite pleased with the prospect of new retail, parking, and apartment options beginning construction as soon as next year. (Read: 2011 or beyond.) Even the dullest glimmer of hope is better than the current eyesore on Q Street.
The Comments
Dave K says Hmmm ... I'm not sure November 23, 2009 at 1:40pm
Hmmm ... I’m not sure the DLA will approve. After all, there’s a glutton of retail and parking downtown. Oh ... Will Scott is the developer? It’s all good!
JT says We must band together to November 23, 2009 at 5:59pm
We must band together to SAVE SURFACE PARKING LOTS