Where some people might see run-down buildings or gaping parking lots in downtown Framingham, Masschusetts, Arthur Robert sees potential.
And now the town’s community and economic development director is leading an effort to convince developers that the downtown is primed for a rebirth, centered around its proximity to a commuter rail station.
“We’re looking for a vibrant downtown,” Robert said. “Our goal is to create a downtown that is dynamic, attractive, and urban, that will not just attract people to live there but attract companies to locate in our downtown as well.”