What Makes A City Thrive?

This article is written using Boston as an example, but I believe it’s general premise applies here too.  What does Tacoma need to make it thrive?  People.  How do we get good restaurants and shops downtown?  We get more people downtown.  How do we get more people downtown?  Hint.  It’s not more luxury condos and high end restaurants. 

If not enough people want to shop or eat out, there won’t be many good stores or restaurants. If the audience for music, theater, or art is small, these activities will not flourish. If the tax base is scanty, schools and municipal services will be substandard. Even parks need people to use them, and if the parks are deserted, they will not receive the upkeep they need to remain attractive.

Link:  What Makes A City Thrive?