Stock show needs bigger ideas
DURA’s report expands on the stock show’s stated vision: “to become the world’s premier center for America’s Western heritage.” Reflecting two decades of Denver’s progressive planning, DURA suggests a slightly broader view, including the Platte River, Brighton Boulevard, transit and the new zoning code in future planning efforts. DURA also dismisses the possibility of using more than 150 acres of urban real estate for surface parking.
Sadly, neither the city nor the stock show nor anyone else espouses a bold, forward-looking approach. As an example, in a January letter to Hancock, city auditor Dennis Gallagher said, “I am very excited about the idea of creating an AG Biotech Business Park. This is a natural fit with the Stock Show and it is a growing and ‘green’ business that can have a tremendous impact not just on Denver but the entire region … .”
Barnes-Gelt, Susan. The Denver Post 18 November 2012.
