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Originally Posted by ORNative
My post was not nearly as sexy as zilfondel's
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No, but much more informative and constructive. I was just being snarky and taking potshots at the developer.
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Originally Posted by rsbear
When I worked downtown I would walk to South Aud on a nice day to get away from things. I loved the tranquility. I know it's not politically correct to say so on this forum, but I like South Aud for what it is, and for what it isn't. I wouldn't want all of downtown to be like South Aud but it is a great contrast to the rest of the city. A relief, even.
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I agree. One thing that irks me with the city's planning department is their neverending quest to bring all of Portland into the "Portland Block" 200' x 200' sizing, as if it somehow magically solves every problem in urban planning and design. It obviously doesn't, and as you note there is much to be experienced from a little variety. Ironically, South Auditorium is actually a carfree district, yet the city leaders seem to be allergic to the idea.