“I don’t think it’ll do anything for downtown Lawrence but take up another city block and reduce parking for people who want to enjoy downtown.”

— Mark Desetti, lobbyist, Lawrence

“I think it’ll definitely bring business to local businesses because they’ll be walking distance to downtown.”

— Catherine Swift, engineer, Topeka

“I think it’s mixed because it brings people in from out of town who spend money here, but I also think it’s too big and flashy and doesn’t really fit with the area.”

— Kelly Barth, works part-time at Raven Bookstore, Lawrence

“Probably not the most appropriate use of space.”

— Lisa Grossman, artist, Lawrence