The Domino-Aeolian Parallel: Can Garwood Learn from Brooklyn?

Can Garwood learn a thing or to from another former industrial giant? (albeit on an entirely different scale). Up-and-coming Brooklyn is embarking on a long journey to transform the former Domino Sugar Factory into a game-changing neighborhood development in it's Northside Williamsburg section.

Let's spell out the parallel... Up-and-coming Garwood is embarking on a long journey to transform the former Aeolian Company into a game-changing neighborhood development in its Northside (Oakland) section. And just like in Brooklyn it's inevitable that there will be controversy as Garwood proceeds with its development plans. Keep an eye on how things proceed. The project in Brooklyn includes retail and residential units, and a community park. More.

Obviously, too big for Garwood...but, maybe there's an Oakland-sized version.