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Laurie Roberts: The major city in one of the nation’s fastest growing metro areas is about to spend millions to narrow a major thoroughfare. Genius idea.
By Laurie Roberts | The Republic
Phoenix has done its fair share of dumb things.
Going into the hotel business tops the list, of course. But this one’s a close second.
City leaders want to make Van Buren Street more friendly for bicyclists and pedestrians. By making it a nightmare for drivers trying to get into or out of downtown Phoenix.