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Council issues BalloonFest traffic advisory; Kickapoo Street and Ameren utility work to overlap event
Summary
Council members and staff briefed the public on BalloonFest logistics, including a Friday ribbon cutting at Comfort Inn and Suites, a strict traffic pattern, 38 participating balloons, food trucks, and concurrent Kickapoo Street ramp work and an Ameren utility project near Campus View Drive.
Council members and staff used the Aug. 18 meeting to announce logistics and traffic guidance for the upcoming BalloonFest and concurrent public‑works work.
Alderman Bateman said the festival is expected to draw record crowds and that crews and organizers have planned street closures and food vendors: "It's that week. If the Batemans look exhausted, that's because we are. We're expecting record crowds this weekend." He listed visiting states and said two barbecue food trucks will serve lunch; others will offer Greek food, smash burgers and walleye.
Event timing and…
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