DDA officials say changes to State Street are being implemented to provide better vehicular traffic circulation in and around downtown. “These two projects will only be in place for the remainder of the summer. Both streets will be converted back to their original orientation after Labor Day,” says Jean Derenzy, CEO of the DDA.
Handicap spaces and 30-minute curbside loading areas will be provided on Park, Cass and Union streets adjacent to Front Street. Bike racks will be located at the intersections of the 100 and 200 blocks of Front Street. In addition, downtown surface parking lots will increase from two-hour to four-hour parking.
This summertime initiative is meant to help businesses in their peak season open back up in a safe and welcoming way while recognizing social distancing guidelines, Derenzy says. The idea to turn Front Street into a pedestrian-only street during the busy summer season isn’t new, but it gained traction after most downtown businesses were forced to close their doors in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We heard from many people, including downtown business owners, that we should consider closing Front Street for the summer to allow for greater (and safer) pedestrian circulation,” Derenzy says. “Our goal is to create a safe but welcoming environment that encourages people to come downtown. We’re excited to try something new.”
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