Voelpel on Finding A Revolutionary Vision
Dan Voelpel writes today about a report, circa 1942, developed by a group of citizens and backed by the mayor to define the future of the city. Parking. A growing population. Attracting a skilled population. The need for more hotels. None of the recommendations should be a surprise.
It’s an interesting time to live in Tacoma. We’re on the cusp of something, but I don’t quite know what it is. It does seem, however, that everybody is trying to help define that something and help the city become something new. The new downtown residents, business owners, developers, and the city government all have ideas. The challenge now is to find our local champions to move these visions forward. How do we focus that energy and develop a vision that we can all follow.
Where do we go next? I’m here to help.
Link to The News Tribune
7 comments
E Erik B. March 6, 2009
I think Chris Sharp made this unique sign for Satellite Coffee
C chrisroxx March 6, 2009
actually DEZ one of the artist at Supernova through that together. We were going to make one that said“Dude, Wheres my car?”
G Grace Sullivan March 7, 2009
This is one of the best articles I’ve read in Tacoma in a while. It would be cool to see a local profile like this weekly. Thank you Exit 133.
H Holly Weiman March 9, 2009
I am happy to see articles like this, Chris deserves more than Tacoma fame. He has worked hard for his art and done an amazing job at creating a consistent look. He’s also an all-around nice guy. Nice work Sharp
T Tom Llewellyn March 10, 2009
I am such a Chris Sharp fan. I want Chris to strike it big because I think his art deserves a wider audience. I love seeing it for free around town (on signs). And I really miss the old Corina Bakery sign.
Nice job, Derek
P Peter Whitley March 12, 2009
I really want to hate Chris Sharp but damn he’s such a nice guy. Makes it hard.
If you can’t buy art, trade art.
C clara March 13, 2009
hurray for chris sharp! thank you for the article and providing some insight into this mysterious man… A true artist. congrats on the award sharp