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2 issues in parks rec with low priority

LowParks Rec

2026 Event Permits and Street Closures

Several events sought city permission: Oktoberfest in City Center Plaza, the Kingswood Block Party, the Mia's Movement Walk-Run, and a School of Rock show at the Civic Square gazebo. These involve temporary street closures and plaza use through the fall.

3 mentionsLast discussed Sep 2, 2026

LowParks Rec

Community Events and Street Use Requests

Eleven requests for street closures and plaza use, covering the Mower Races, Gluhwein Gallop, Festival of Ice, Winter Games, Movies at Midtown, and more. Closures mean detours for drivers but big turnout events for the community.

2 mentionsLast discussed Sep 2, 2026