Grass Valley announces final Thursday night market celebration for summer season

The Grass Valley City Council convened on July 8, 2025, to discuss various community matters, including upcoming events and public concerns regarding local parking regulations. The meeting began with public comments, where Robin Galvin Davies, the executive director of the Grass Valley Downtown Association and the Greater Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce, announced the final Thursday Night Market of the summer season scheduled for July 10. She highlighted the event's entertainment lineup, which includes live music, fire dancers, and local artisan goods, encouraging community participation.

Following this, Mark Gold, owner of Gold Rush Cookie Company, raised concerns about the potential loss of motorcycle-specific parking along Main Street. He emphasized the importance of these parking spots for both local motorcyclists and tourism, noting that motorcycle ridership has increased due to favorable weather conditions. Gold urged the council to reconsider the removal of these parking spaces, citing their significance for accessibility and tourism in the area.

After public comments concluded, the council moved to the consent calendar, which included routine items approved collectively without further discussion. The council members then provided brief reports on their recent activities, with Councilmember Joe sharing his experiences at a local parade and upcoming meetings related to the skate park initiative.

The meeting underscored the council's commitment to community engagement and responsiveness to public concerns, with plans for further discussions on the motorcycle parking issue and continued support for local events. The next steps include the Thursday Night Market and the upcoming ad hoc meeting focused on the skate park development.