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In the heart of Colorado Springs, a couple who grew up in the area are contemplating the current state of their downtown. With two elementary-aged children, they find themselves less drawn to the downtown area than they were in their youth. They wonder if the downtown area is just for nightlife, if it’s walkable, if there are too many unhoused people, or if it feels dangerous. They are considering the possibility of establishing a business or taking over an existing one, but are unsure of what might be missing in the downtown area.
Answers from Social Media
Several suggestions have been made by the community on Reddit. Some people believe that the downtown area lacks a grocery store, higher quality restaurants, and large outdoor patios. They feel that the downtown area can only keep you entertained for about 2 or 3 hours most days and lacks some identity…