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# Why Las Vegas’ Arts District Is a High-Stakes Bet for Small Businesses in 2026

The Arts District offers small businesses a distinct downtown location, but its proposed business improvement district is raising questions about cost, governance and who benefits from growth. Property owners had secured support from 20% of the proposed district’s assessed value as of Oct. 15, short

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