The Flagstaff City Council has given the go-ahead for Dew Downtown 2014. The council voted unanimously to approve temporarily closing San Francisco street between Birch and Dale Avenues for the February 6-9 event. The city has supported Dew Downtown for this year and in 2012, its inaugural year. Some business owners have reported positive benefits of the ski and snowboard festival, which attracts locals and tourists.
The city held a public meeting July 1st to gain input on the proposed street closure for 2014 – San Francisco Street between Birch Avenue and Dale Avenue from Thursday, February 6 at 8:30 p.m. through Sunday, February 9. San Francisco Street between Aspen Avenue and Birch Avenue from Friday, February 7 at 6 p.m. through Sunday, February 9 at 6 a.m. Birch Avenue and Aspen Avenue will remain open.