Overview

• All nine council members approved reopening after debate and public comment at Wednesday’s meeting.
• A 90-day extension to keep the road closed was floated but was not adopted.
• AutoParkit owner Christopher Alan warned reopening could hinder operations and expansion and suggested he might leave the area.
• Councilwoman Helen Rucker argued reopening now is premature because road work is expected to last more than 100 days.
• Officials said the street may need to close again temporarily once construction begins, with the schedule still uncertain.