Charlottesville Mall’s Slow Makeover | Charlottesville News

Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall, a beloved 50-year-old pedestrian haven, is shedding its old guard — literally — as barriers around the fountains come down for good, restoring the area’s original charm. But the city’s work isn’t done: homelessness is being tackled with $1.2 million in “ambassador” programs, bathrooms remain scarce despite a costly lease, and tourists still occasionally drive into the Mall — a tragedy that shook the nation in 2017. Public seating is limited by private leases, and an unfinished hotel looms as a persistent eyesore, despite a mural attempt to disguise it. Slow progress, but the city’s determined to make the Mall better — one splash, one seat, one step at a time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4c64f698bd7bcf1e