Council approves temporary state-right-of-way closure for Fiddlers Festival and related downtown events

The Crockett City Council approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation to temporarily close state right-of-way for the World Champions Fiddlers Festival and associated downtown activities.

City staff said the festival organizers did not stage the event in the previous year but are returning with plans for a multi-day program that includes a Friday-night steak cook-off in a downtown parking area and a Saturday closing of the main square for performances and vendors. Staff described the need for TxDOT approval to close the state right-of-way in the affected locations.

Why it matters: The closure authorizes public-safety and traffic control measures for a multi-day downtown event that will affect parking and traffic flow, and it formalizes coordination with TxDOT for use of state-controlled streets.

Details presented to council Staff said organizers plan to close parking spaces in front of the roller-skating rink and a downtown lot for a steak cook-off, and several restaurants will operate expanded sidewalk or outdoor service that night. The following day, Saturday, will be the primary festival day with square closures, vendors and live music.

Council action A council member moved to approve the temporary closure agreement with TxDOT; the motion was seconded and passed. Council recorded no public opposition during the required presentation and public comment period.

Ending: Staff will execute the agreement with TxDOT and coordinate event logistics, including parking closures and vendor placement, with festival organizers and public-safety departments.