“I think if our fiscal health allows it, we should seriously consider it. I think maintaining the historic character of the city adds to the quality of life.”

— Brad Chindamo, banker, Lawrence

“I think that if they have the opportunity to preserve them, then they should. Lawrence has a really different atmosphere than other towns, and I think it's important to preserve that.”

— Sharon Ramos, Kansas University senior, Lawrence

“Yes, because it keeps the flavor of the old community.”

— Mark Kramer, marketing manager, Lawrence

“I appreciate their historical value, and I think they should try to retain some of the main brick roads; but I'm sure there are better places to spend the money.”

— Tiina Ojanen, post-doctoral fellow, Lawrence