Consideration and Approval of Street Closure(s):  9th Annual Hopi Arts and Cultural Festival.

The City of Flagstaff Office of Community Events brings forward requests for street closures on behalf of the applicant. Staff requires the event producer to conduct outreach and encourages them to address any concerns the community may have regarding the event. As a courtesy, the Office of Community Events produces a monthly newsletter for downtown residents and business owners to inform them of the upcoming City Council meetings, street closures and events at Heritage Square.
 
The Hopi Arts and Cultural Festival is sponsored by the Hopi Tribe's Economic Development Corporation to provide an opportunity for Native American artisans to sell their arts and crafts. Additionally, this gives the Hopi Tribe an opportunity to share their life and culture through educating the public through art, dance, and traditional foods. The festival is in its ninth year.
 
The current special event permit regulations do not allow for the full closure of one-way streets in north downtown. Deviations from this regulation have been approved by City Council on a case-by-case basis. The Flagstaff Fire Department requires that there be a fire line and access to all hydrant and water hook-ups on the street. By allowing the Hopi Arts and Cultural Festival street closure as an exception to the special event permit regulations regarding a full street closure of Aspen Avenue between Leroux Street and San Francisco Street, the City is providing a safe location for a community event.
 

While street closures need to be managed appropriately given the change in traffic patterns for local businesses, community events support the vibrancy of the economy of Downtown Flagstaff.

None.

REGIONAL PLAN:
Economic Development:
Goal ED.3. Regional economic development partners support the start-up, retention, and expansion of existing business enterprises.
Goal ED.6. Tourism will continue to provide a year-round source for the community while expanding specialized tourist resources and activities.
Goal ED.7. Continue to promote and enhance Flagstaff's unique sense of place as an economic development driver.

Council has approved various street closures in the downtown area in the past. The Hopi Economic Development Corporation received approval for this street closure in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.

-Approve the request as submitted.
-Deny the request to close the proposed downtown street.

The Hopi Arts and Cultural Festival is sponsored by the Hopi Tribe's Economic Development Corporation to provide an opportunity for Native American artisans to sell their arts and crafts. Additionally, this gives the Hopi Tribe an opportunity to share their life and culture through educating the public with art, dance, and traditional foods. The festival is in its ninth year.

The current special event permit regulations do not allow for the full closure of one-way streets in north downtown. Deviations from this regulation have been approved by City Council on a case-by-case basis. The Flagstaff Fire Department requires that there be a fire line and access to all hydrant and water hook-ups on the street

The Hopi Arts and Cultural Festival draws approximately 1,000 residents and visitors to the historic downtown area and may generate tourism and business for Flagstaff hotels and restaurants. The Hopi Arts and Craft Festival provides an educational opportunity for residents and visitors through the sale and display of art, crafts and food.

Inform: The Office of Community Events produces a monthly newsletter for the downtown business and residents. The newsletter contains event information regarding upcoming City Council meetings, Heritage Square activities and street closures. Notice of the City Council meeting was included in the June newsletter.

Involve: The Hopi Tribe Economic Development Corporation is required to conduct outreach to all businesses and residents affected by the street closure.