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Stormy Start Couldn’t Dampen Open Streets Kingsville Last Week

Open Streets Kingsville was devised as a way to jump-start the business community after the town had progressed to Stage 2 of re-opening on Tuesday, July 7, 2020. It didn’t take long for a plan of action to be put into motion, and patios to be prepared, for the very first Open Streets weekend.

Despite a rainy start on Friday which shut the event down amidst great disappointment, bad weather couldn’t dampen people’s spirits for long. When the sun came out on Saturday and then again on Sunday, the crowds came out to meet it. Kingsville Times photographer Chris Anson captured some moments of the kick-off weekend.

It’s a tricky balance that must be maintained. On the one hand, businesses have been put on hold, people are wanting to get out and socialize. Business owners need the interaction for survival and the community is only too eager to do their part. But in the time of COVID-19, safety must be maintained and we must all learn how to do our part there as well.

Mayor Nelson Santos was quoted on the Town of Kingsville’s website issuing these important reminders. “We want everyone to enjoy the fresh air and open space and visit their favorite restaurants and retailers in our vibrant community, but to do so safely. Adherence to physical distancing, handwashing, and mask-wearing measures recommended by our Public Health officials continues to be critical.”

Interested in coming out and seeing what it’s all about? You can experience Kingsville’s Open Streets on Fridays from 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., Saturdays from 3:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. and Sundays 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. this summer.

If you’re driving, be aware that specific roads will close down one hour beforehand. They will re-open one hour after the event is over.

What streets will be closing?

  • Main Street from the Unico Parking Lot to the west side of Chuckwagon Restaurant
  • Division Street between King and Pearl Streets

Click here for a map of the area, parking lots and detour routes. Click here for a truck route map.

Source:

Town of Kingsville. Open Streets in Downtown Kingsville Starts Friday, July 10, 2020.

Photos by Chris Anson

 

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