Board OKs MLK Unity Parade permit; police to close both lanes for safety

Dec 16, 2025

The board approved the permit for the MLK Unity Parade on Jan. 17, agreeing with the police chief to close both lanes of the highway for the event rather than attempt alternating traffic control.

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The board approved the MLK Unity Parade permit for Jan. 17 with lineup at noon and a 1 p.m. start, following staff review of the proposed route from the courthouse to Summer Park. The police chief advised closing both lanes of the highway for safety rather than allowing alternating one-lane traffic, and the board accepted that recommendation.

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