Everyone seems to be pushing back against the idea of a car-free French Quarter, and while I agree that there would be a lot of logistics to work out, it's saddening to see everyone latch onto the status quo (cars) over walkable, bikeable neighborhoods.

There are obviously a ton of accessibility issues to be considered, but as I said, there would be a lot of logistics to work out.

I think two key pillars that would have to be guaranteed to make this work - large, free public parking lots/garages on the outskirts of the quarter, and shuttle service within the quarter itself.

There would also have to be options for residents/businesses for deliveries, groceries, etc. Driveable hours.

Either way, saying that a car-free French Quarter wouldn't work is incredibly lazy on your part. Have some imagination, look for inventive solutions. Don't stick with Bad Times just because we're used to Bad Times.

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