In agreeance with Paul Bray
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Derek
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In particular I agree with A. C. and D.
a Restoration of areas with vacant and abandoned buildings
c. Walkability (note drive through pharmacies and the new Alexander residence w/o close to zero walkability)
d. Upgrading of important streets like the greening of Lark Street (http://www.braypapers.com/lark.html), Central Ave (as a collegetown street), Clinton Avenue, Madison Avenue, etc.
By developing Albany further into a college town the city would benefit from a serious boost to its economy and based on zoning and location could bring more money, resources, and development to neglected parts of city. Housing for college students in Boston has brought high levels of urban renewal to areas that had been in trends of decay.
The walkability of Boston and Burlington leaves a lasting impression on individuals, for me the walking air malls. If they were planning development downtown I would certainly support this idea.
Lets see what 2030 brings
