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Council greenlights proposed business relief pop‑up market location and logistics
Summary
Organizers asked to use city property for a pop‑up market, raffle and movie night to support businesses affected by recent tourism declines; council discussed sites (Fourplex, Pioneer Park) and permitting needs and offered conditional support for a tentative September 3 date.
Organizers seeking to raise money for businesses impacted by reduced tourism described plans for a pop‑up market, raffle and movie night and requested use of city property. They asked to host the event on or around September 3 and suggested sites including the Fourplex lawn, the area by the football field, and Pioneer Park.
Staff responded that construction schedules and permits need review and that some city facilities remain under construction; staff said the Fourplex or Pioneer Park could be viable alternatives. The organizers emphasized that many local businesses have been struggling since the mountain burned and asked for the council's support in permitting and site selection.
Council asked staff to confirm availability, permitting requirements, and any fees for business licenses; officials encouraged organizers to coordinate logistics and assured them the city would help find a suitable site if scheduling and permitting allow.
