Coolidge Leaders Aim To Brighten Future...

Coolidge leaders aim to brighten future, preserve downtown's past, from the Arizona Republic, reports that the city of Coolidge in Pinal County is moving to make downtown a thriving area in the midst of all the projected housing that is expected to occur there. Currently, 30 to 40 percent of the building in downtown Coolidge are vacant, and many were built in the 1940's and 1950'. In addition, the area isn't considered pedestrian friendly. To plan the future of downtown, Coolidge has hired HyettPalma, Inc., a national consulting firm, to recruit businesses, enhance public spaces and improve traffic flow. City planner Joshua Busard said the city is also forming a committee of community leaders who are interested in improving downtown. "They will help take surveys and talk to business owners and property owners in the downtown area." he said.
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