Never could see downtown as a first choice. Just too many problems. IF a mall was included: Not a snowball's chance on the planet Mercury that it would be downtown. Personally, I think the whole concept of Wilmington's downtown may have run its usefull course and, as in other cities of this size, is possibly passe.

Interesting to see what develops with the Ripken thing. At the very least, it's sure pointing out the flaws in the current arrangement.

As far as November is concerned, a big thumbs down is the only logical choice for the taxpayers at this juncture.

Chef