The Short North archways don't work?!?
True - nice idea, pointless waste of money, and they quit working about 6 months after completion of the project.
Our tax dollars at work.
The Short North really isn't that bad, yes parking sucks, but when the weather is nice folks can park in a downtown lot and walk the 2 or 3 blocks back over the freeway.
As for the "homo" problem, it really doesn't bother me so I seldom even notice, but both GV and the short north are being invaded by hetros in the form of young professionals and empty - nest couples. Not as bad as you'd think.
What are your thoughts on the county moving the Clippers over by the Arena? - I'm torn, sure it will be a very nice place to see a game but it will be more expensive and lose that "central point" feeling.