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Residents ask city to publish street‑closure maps after Barkers block party approval
Summary
The commission approved alcohol sale and possession for a Barker anniversary block party (resolution repeal/replace to No. 7601), but residents and some commissioners pressed staff to make street‑closure maps and right‑of‑way permit details publicly available so neighbors know which sidewalks and streets will be closed.
The City Commission approved a repeal/replace motion on June 3 to allow alcohol sale and possession for the Barker anniversary block party while replacing the prior resolution with Resolution No. 7601; the motion passed 4-0. The item itself was uncontested, but multiple residents and one commissioner asked city staff to publicly post the maps that show the exact street and sidewalk closures so affected neighbors can know whether and how they will be impacted.
Parks and Recreation staff and the city’s right‑of‑way permitting staff explained that event applicants submit maps through an online portal and that staff reviews closures with police, fire, transit and other stakeholders before finalizing approvals. Roger (parks/right‑of‑way staff) said some events come in late and that staff tries to coordinate with applicants and public safety to protect safety and circulation.
Commissioner Larson (speaking to roles) and commissioner Lawson asked staff to evaluate whether the right‑of‑way permit maps or application summary can be made more accessible in the agenda packet or by link, without conflating city sponsorship of privately organized events. Staff said they will review processes and consider posting permit maps or links where appropriate, but emphasized they want to avoid posting inaccurate or outdated information for events that change at short notice.
The commission approved the replacement resolution to accommodate scheduling changes for a related Bridal event; staff said applicants obtained required neighborhood signatures. The commission asked staff to propose a practical, accurate method to publish maps or application materials to improve notice to neighbors and reduce the need for citizens to call staff or file public‑records requests.
