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Question of the Day By JACI CONRAD PEARSON - Associated Press - Monday, March 8, 2021
DEADWOOD, S.D. (AP) - Deadwood’s Main Street is under the microscope and a master plan to address challenges currently occurring on the historic strip is in full motion.
Along with upward of 3 million visitors per year and regular vehicular traffic flow, Historic Main Street in Deadwood regularly accommodates many unique transportation modes, including stagecoaches, trolleys, RVs, and many, many motorcycles.
The Historic Main Street Master Plan was discussed at a joint work session of city staff, historic preservation and planning and zoning commissions. Principals involved in the project ultimately recommended two options for reconfiguring the street, based on public design charettes held in 2020, taking into consideration information rece