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City to consider Garden Street closure for Firefly Festival block party on March 9

City Council of the City of Bennet, Nebraska · February 9, 2026
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Summary

After questions from Kristin Nelson about a BEDA Block Party Application for the Firefly Festival, the council narrowed a multi‑day closure request to a one‑day closure on Saturday, June 13, and will consider a resolution at the March 9 meeting.

Kristin Nelson appeared to answer council questions about a Block Party Application submitted by BEDA for the Firefly Festival (June 12–13, 2026). The initial request sought closure of Garden Street at Madison from Friday 10:00 PM through Saturday midnight. After discussion the council limited the closure to Saturday, June 13, from morning through midnight.

Mayor Cheney and staff confirmed that a resolution formalizing the closure will be presented for approval at the March 9 council meeting. The council did not take final action on Feb. 9; the item will return for a formal vote and resolution.