Businesses that wish to remain in the area shall have the opportunity to remain without interruption. 60 historic buildings remain in the old Maxwell Street area. 45 shall be preserved for rehab and reuse. An immediate moratorium on demolition must be called. The parishioners of the St. Francis of Assisi Church want access to their parking lots during construction and no blocking off of streets that will create congestion.
Outdoor blues stage.
To continue the cultural and musical tradition of Maxwell Street, a site should be set aside, near the corner of Halsted and Maxwell Streets for an public outdoor blues stage for musicians to come by and play. The whole city knows about UIC's style and they are angry. When Chancellor Manning first came to UIC, we asked to talk to her. She refused saying she was not going to change anything. That kind of arrogance deserves this type of action.