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http://assets.ngin.com/attachments/docu ... opti-1.pdfOne remedy for Minneapolis to consider is to forge clear and user-friendly connections between skyways and sidewalks. Those could take the form of exterior elevators or stairways, along with a way-fi nding system that directs pedestrians between the street and skyway levels. Those vertical connections are critical to the mission of creating a livelier, greener and safer street life. Another approach to consider is to limit the expansion of the skyway system
I wonder if it would be more productive for Downtown St. Paul to remove their skyways. There's less architectural integration in St. Paul compared to Mpls. It's a fragmented system that's dated and not friendly. Even compared to Mpls.I'd rather walk outside than thru some of the sections of skyways as they make me feel like I'm walking thru a dump.
^^^ This is the point. It really isn't an "us versus them" argument. I've been to both Montreal and Toronto which have large underground tunnel systems connecting buildings throughout their downtowns. The systems both have retail similar to our skyways , yet both those cities have very dynamic pedestrian activity. Most of the buildings connected to the underground walkways also have prominent street frontage with retail. I'm sure the city requires this.I live in the land of below zero temps in the winter and some pretty rainy days. I also live in the land where we have nice stretches of sunshine and sitting outside, taking a walk, enjoying the fresh air at lunch is something that people now want to do. We as a city can make both levels livable and lively if only we make the effort to make them both happen. It is in the developers best interest to also do the same.
Bingo.I've been to both Montreal and Toronto which have large underground tunnel systems connecting buildings throughout their downtowns. The systems both have retail similar to our skyways , yet both those cities have very dynamic pedestrian activity. Most of the buildings connected to the underground walkways also have prominent street frontage with retail. I'm sure the city requires this.
Totally agree. In Montreal Rue Ste Catherines is ablaze with pedestrians at all hours. I was there pre Christmas and post Christmas in the snow. People all directions multi people deep at times. and at the same time in the underground areas very busy aty the same time.Bingo.I've been to both Montreal and Toronto which have large underground tunnel systems connecting buildings throughout their downtowns. The systems both have retail similar to our skyways , yet both those cities have very dynamic pedestrian activity. Most of the buildings connected to the underground walkways also have prominent street frontage with retail. I'm sure the city requires this.
Where is it fragmented? Looking at a map, the only fragmented area I can see is the old Science Museum / McNally Smith skyway. I never really considered that a part of the skyway system, anyhow.I wonder if it would be more productive for Downtown St. Paul to remove their skyways. There's less architectural integration in St. Paul compared to Mpls. It's a fragmented system that's dated and not friendly. Even compared to Mpls.I'd rather walk outside than thru some of the sections of skyways as they make me feel like I'm walking thru a dump.
It is absurd to compare Minneapolis with Toronto and MontrealTotally agree. In Montreal Rue Ste Catherines is ablaze with pedestrians at all hours. I was there pre Christmas and post Christmas in the snow. People all directions multi people deep at times. and at the same time in the underground areas very busy aty the same time.Bingo.I've been to both Montreal and Toronto which have large underground tunnel systems connecting buildings throughout their downtowns. The systems both have retail similar to our skyways , yet both those cities have very dynamic pedestrian activity. Most of the buildings connected to the underground walkways also have prominent street frontage with retail. I'm sure the city requires this.
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