Board conditionally approves alley closure for Oct. 17 arts event; insurance and partner coordination required

Martin Navejas requested an alley closure between Paul Henry and the Toll Theater on Oct. 17 from 4PM–9PM for an arts alley where artists can display and sell work. Board members recalled prior events in the same alley, noted the city’s interest in activating downtown spaces, and asked staff to confirm whether downtown partners such as the HDC are involved and whether insurance and police coverage are in place.

Staff recommended approving the closure with conditions requiring police coordination and input from downtown partners. “If it’s an organized event along with some of our downtown partners, I mean, I’m sure that there’s been some safeguards,” a staff member said. The board approved the closure contingent on follow-up confirmation of insurance and partner coordination.