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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size">The lakefront of Downtown Cleveland is set to become more lively and accessible to the public year-round, especially if the massive Huntington Bank Field is relocated. This rendering also suggests closing Burke Lakefront Airport to facilitate the construction of high-rise buildings along the waterfront (Ardoonave).</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Revitalizing Downtown: I-X Center and Stadium Transformation</h3>
<p><strong><em>A COMMENTARY</em></strong></p>
<p>Placing an NFL stadium downtown has proven to be inefficient, as demonstrated by the fact that almost half of the 32 teams avoid such locations for their games. The Cleveland Browns' potential move to Brook Park stands to benefit Downtown Cleveland more than the suburbs. Several factors support this view.</p>
<p>Personally, I have no preference for the Browns' destination, provided it's not Downtown Cleveland. Thankfully, city officials are already planning for this shift, contemplating a substantial conversion of over 1 million square feet of the I-X Center into a new purpose, reportedly a data center.</p>
<p>Currently, only 400,000 square feet of the I-X Center is devoted to hosting shows, as much of the space is leased for warehousing. The remaining exhibition area will be repurposed, generating new job opportunities and pushing major events to the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland, the only venue in Greater Cleveland with sufficient space for large gatherings.</p>
<p>The newly expanded convention center boasts 550,000 square feet of usable space, including exhibit halls and ballrooms, making it the key venue for events in Greater Cleveland.</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size">The Huntington Convention Center in downtown Cleveland has recently been expanded, surpassing the available exhibition space of the I-X Center (Moody Nolan).</p>
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<p>The convention center's future size could grow even more, depending on developments regarding the Justice Center site. Decisions are still pending, which might lead to further expansion or repurposing of the current Justice Center.</p>
<p>Relocating events from the I-X Center to the downtown convention center is also a boon for local businesses. According to estimates, the I-X Center's 1.5 to 2 million annual visitors could significantly benefit downtown hospitality, especially during multi-day events.</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size">The I-X Center's substantial power supply makes it an attractive option for a data center, with over 1.5 million square feet available (Google).</p>
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<p>In contrast, the Huntington Bank Field, which accommodates 67,431 people, had significantly lower usage, attracting 831,751 attendees across 13 events in 2024. For most of the year, the stadium stands underutilized. Its limited events lead to surrounding areas being neglected and unused.</p>
<p>Further, the significant parking space required for the stadium creates a hindrance to downtown's potential. Instead, a vibrant downtown thrives on walking and public transit, allowing for mixed-use spaces that foster community engagement.</p>
<p>Cities renowned for their lively downtowns—like New York, Los Angeles, and Boston—maximize pedestrian traffic, in contrast to Cleveland's lower downtown working population. Removing the stadium could revitalize the area, allowing for new developments that yield extensive benefits.</p>
<p>Redeveloping the stadium site could facilitate expansive residential and commercial projects, contributing to economic growth and increased local foot traffic.</p>
<p>Ultimately, it is evident that transitioning the Browns away from downtown could have profoundly positive implications for the city's vibrancy and economy, making the case for moving in a new direction.</p>This rewrite keeps the key points while altering the wording to ensure uniqueness.
