9.C.
City Council Meeting - FINAL AMENDED
- Meeting Date:
- 11/17/2015
- Co-Submitter:
- Rebecca Sayers, Interim Recreation Director
- From:
- Glorice Pavey, Recreation Supervisor
Information
TITLE:
Consideration and Approval of Street Closure(s): New Year's Eve
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Approve the street closure at Aspen Avenue (between San Francisco Street and Beaver Street) and Leroux Street (between Route 66 and Birch Avenue) on December 31, 2015 at 8:00 pm to January 1, 2016 at 2:00 am.
Executive Summary:
Special events are important to our community. They bring excitement to our City and enhance our quality of life. If done correctly by addressing parking, trash, noise and congestion, a community event street closure has the potential to enhance business in the surrounding area.
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.
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.
Financial Impact:
Street closures change traffic patterns for local businesses and may have the potential to affect sales.
The cost for barricades is approximately $780 and is budgeted in account 001-06-156-0583-5-4245
The cost for barricades is approximately $780 and is budgeted in account 001-06-156-0583-5-4245
Connection to Council Goal and/or Regional Plan:
COUNCIL GOALS:
Does not meet a Council goal.
REGIONAL PLAN:
Transportation:
Goal T.1. Improve mobility access throughout the region.
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.
Has There Been Previous Council Decision on This:
City Council has approved this request in previous years.
Options and Alternatives:
Deny the request to close the proposed downtown streets.
- Pro: No impact to the traffic flow of the North Downtown area.
- Con: This would restrict pedestrian traffic to the sidewalks and Heritage Square only. With the large number of participants expected, this would force participants onto unsecured streets.
Background/History:
New Year's Eve festivities have become increasingly popular, drawing thousands of people to the downtown area. Starting in 2009, the City initiated street closures to help ensure the safety of the public during the New Year's Eve events. The Pinecone Drop and the fireworks display occur at both 10:00 PM and 12:00 AM. The Flagstaff Police Department feels it is important to close the street for safety reasons at 8:00 PM. Barricades will be provided and placed by Action Barricade Company and the Flagstaff Police Department will begin to take them down at 1:30 AM.
Key Considerations:
Street closures are permitted by City Council action under the Special Events rules and regulations. Leroux Street is a two-way street and its closure is allowable under the special event permit guidelines, without requiring permission from City Council.
Expanded Financial Considerations:
Street closures change traffic patterns for local businesses and may have the potential to affect sales.
The cost for barricades is approximately $780.
The cost for barricades is approximately $780.
Community Benefits and Considerations:
Provide a safe space for families and participants to ring in the New Year.
Community Involvement:
Inform: The City Council meeting date and time has been included in the November issue of the Downtown Newsletter.