Demolition or Retrofitting MacArthur Center | Virginia Beach News

MacArthur Center, a 27-year urban landmark, is slated for demolition to make way for housing, streets, and a hotel—but what if the city had chosen a smarter, greener path? A bold retrofit plan could’ve turned the mall into a central hub for city services, slashing rent costs by millions and boosting sustainability with solar panels and rainwater systems. With federal and state grants available, the upfront cost was manageable—but instead, the city opted for demolition and future property taxes, revealing a deeper problem: city departments are scattered across buildings, wasting taxpayer dollars and missing a chance to innovate. 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/4355583c754e270c