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First Avenue East Corridor Redevelopment Plan

Summary

The city now has an adopted blueprint for redeveloping First Avenue East — wider sidewalks, trees, medians, and mixed-use redevelopment between Coe College and 17th Street. Leaders hope a clear vision will attract businesses and reverse years of vacancies along the corridor.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
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Last discussed Mar 10, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

The plan itself costs nothing to adopt, but it sets the stage for future public and private investment along the corridor.

✅Who benefits

Residents, pedestrians, and business owners along First Avenue East who have waited years for a reinvestment plan.

Mentions & discussions (1)

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