Written by: Virginia Wright

The question was simple: If you could be granted one wish for a better Lewiston-Auburn, what would it be? The answers, from seven people involved in education, politics, business, and other aspects of the Twin Cities life, are more complex and varied. A common theme, however, is a deeply felt yearning for others, including their fellow residents, to recognize the unique qualities of the community that they have come to love.

Heather Letourneau, Lewiston native and owner with husband Randy Letourneau of She Doesn’t Like Guthries, a vegetarian restaurant and pub:

“We’d like a more centralized downtown, where people can park and easily walk or bike to restaurants, stores, and the things we need. Businesses are so sprawled out in Lewiston now, and you have to drive to everything. It would be nice to have zoning that encouraged more businesses to move downtown, so there would be more foot traffic and a stronger downtown feel.”