1968 Comprehensive Plan #39

The central business district plan suggests a landscaped pedestrian "mall" on Fifth Street from Minnesota Avenue to the enlarged city dock.  A "semi-mall" along Minnesota Avenue would have street trees, attractive benches, lighting, and other design features.  The Fifth Street Mall is especially important as it would provide a pedestrian link between downtown and the Leech Lake waterfront, and make it possible for a unique gift shop and related business area for visitors arriving by boat, bus, or auto.  A suggested store front design calls for all signs, colors, and improvement projects in the district to coordinate efforts in a manner to develop an overall design theme.