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Floresville council approves street closures for multiple community events
Summary
Council approved street closures and city support for three community events — the Coffee Cars & Veterans car show (Nov. 7, 2026), a Passion of Christ procession (April 3) and an Autism Acceptance 5K (May 2) — including traffic control, barricades and electrical access where needed.
The Floresville City Council granted event organizers permission to close portions of downtown streets and provided municipal support for three community events.
Glenn Mabe, founder of Coffee Cars and Veterans, asked to close 3rd Street between D and C Streets on Nov. 7, 2026, to host a free car show that raises funds for veteran lock boxes and JROTC support. Mabe said organizers will use sponsor funds and county parking spillover as needed; the council approved the street closure and city support for traffic control, trash cans, barriers and electrical access (motion recorded as 4–0 in favor).
Pastor Benny Herrera requested closing C Street between 3rd and 4th Streets for the Passion of Christ procession on April 3 and asked that the city avoid blocking a downtown business during the short evening event. The council approved the closure with that clarification (vote recorded 4–0).
Jared, representing the Floresville Chamber of Commerce and partner organizations, asked the council to approve an Autism Acceptance 5K for May 2. He requested barricades, possible officer coverage, restroom access at the beer warehouse staging area and a proclamation recognizing May 2 as Autism Acceptance Day. The council approved the street closure and support so organizers could begin planning; staff noted that 4th Street is under TxDOT jurisdiction and that additional coordination may be needed for that segment (motion passed 5–0).
Organizers emphasized downtown activation and inclusion; no substantive opposition was recorded during the meeting. Council instructed staff to coordinate logistical details with event organizers and with TxDOT where state right‑of‑way is involved.
