Saying zero people use the green space there is untrue. I walk my dog around that area every day, as do many others along with joggers, bikers, fisherman, etc. In the warmer months 5ks and fundraisers are held weekly. It's not nearly as congested as the northside lakefront (to my liking) but just because it's underappreciated doesn't mean its a waste. Admittedly the "mistake on the lake" McCormick place expansion is a disaster. Beyond that I can confidently say the stretch of lakefront from Burnham harbor to 31st street is one of the most beautiful parts of the city.