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Legalities Keep New Downtown Up in the Air

SAN JOSE-It's citizens versus leaders in the delayed redevelopment of San Jose's downtown area, with construction on hold until legal issues can be straightened out. The city plans to spend nearly $2 billion revitalizing the area.

By Michelle Savage | Updated on September 06, 2001

SAN JOSE-The city of San Jose is planning a major development of its downtown area, to the delight of city leaders and dismay of many citizens.

The city plans to spend nearly $2 billion to improve its downtown area, including a brand-new City Hall and large commercial and retail center. City leaders and redevelopment staff are moving forward full blast with this redevelopment plan, but problems are arising and doubtful residents of the area are voicing concerns. The redevelopment project is expected to draw thousands of new residents into the downtown area, which may be great news for the government but a hassle for citizens.

The first set-back occurred when the City Council’s September date to review a proposed contract to seal $1 billion in downtown development was pushed back to December.

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