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Board approves revised Fireman's Festival parade route and earlier shutdown for staging
Village of Cottage Grove Board of Trustees · April 21, 2026
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Summary
Festival chair Laffenburg and public safety staff described a revised parade routing and earlier street closures to create a secure staging 'box' for floats; trustees approved the deviation from the special event permit and asked staff and the chief to finalize shutdown details.
Trustees approved a revised route and timing plan for the Fireman's Festival parade after hearing from festival chair Laffenburg and public safety staff.
Laffenburg explained that construction at Cottage Grove School removed a traditional staging area and that planners reviewed alternatives and…
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