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Private: What best describes you?
We want to make sure our project appeals to and reflects the community. Which of the following *best* describes you? (some responses overlap but we are most interested in hearing which you most relate to).

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Karl Alexander
What other questions and suggestions do you have about this project?

Please consider affordability and inclusion heavily when considering amenities in this project. Kendall Square has become a space where many Cambridge residents cannot afford to enjoy despite living in... Read more...

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Karl Alexander
Are there any other types of retail that you think are currently missing in this area of Cambridge?

small retail (not food related) with small floor plan or shared spaces. Think Bow Market. Retail spaces in new development are way too big for small biz's to compete.

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Karl Alexander
Street activation is planned as part of the project. What uses and activities would help create a vibrant and fun area to spend time?

Trees for shade, public seating (not hostile to unhoused)

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Karl Alexander
What would encourage you to spend more time along this section of Main St?

Affordable options for child care and health care, reduced-rate/free community coworking space, protected bike lanes

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Karl Alexander
There is a small area of green space at the edge of the Broad Canal that we're looking to transform into a family-friendly park or playground. What types of features and uses should be included so that it is attractive to families with kids?

Mirror the design pallate of North Point Park

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Marina Von Bothmer
Are there any other types of retail that you think are currently missing in this area of Cambridge?

Again, coffee shops, inexpensive & international foods

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Marina Von Bothmer
Street activation is planned as part of the project. What uses and activities would help create a vibrant and fun area to spend time?

Cafe's, restaurants, public space for festival and faros

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