| To view as a web page, go here. | | Give Us Your Opinion | | The WBJ Daily Report Flash Poll seeks the votes and viewpoints of Central Massachusetts business leaders each week on a topic of importance. Please take a minute or two to read the question below and the details behind it, then cast your vote and add your opinion. The results will be announced in Thursday's edition of the WBJ Daily Report. | | THIS WEEK'S QUESTION: | Half a century ago, Worcester began clearing acres of land filled with businesses and residences to make way for what would become the Worcester Center Galleria mall. Today, the city is taking a much different track for economic development, redeveloping only select downtown sites, but still relying on eminent domain as the ultimate property acquisition negotiating tool. What is the best way for a city to revitalize a neighborhood? Use eminent domain and demolish broad stretches of space to start over with new construction
Use eminent domain when needed selectively targeting only certain properties
Offer tax breaks or other incentives for property owners to improve existing buildings
Let the free market dictate the best uses for particular properties
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