If the city council backs the purchase, it would solidify the city’s control of the corner of Ann Uccello and Main streets, adding to the adjoining vacant lot and the former Arrowhead Cafe building on Main Street. both already owned by the city. A public hearing on the purchase will be held Monday. The city sees potential for future revitalization, forming a connection with the planned Downtown North project just to the south. The first phase of Downtown North is expected to break ground this fall. There is at least one project already underway on the block, at 1279-1283 Main, known as the San Juan Center. The $1.4 million project is creating 10 apartments over two storefronts, and could be ready later this year.
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