Cruise Night shortened and parades restructured
Summary
This year's Cruise Night drops from seven events to five (skipping April and July), and the Christmas parade moves to Saturday morning. Councilmember Ornelas pressed hard on why the community wasn't more involved, and organizers say there's room to add events later. A non-permitted 'social cruise' in April and July is also raising safety concerns.
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Last discussed Apr 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
City services for all three events cost roughly $30,000 last year; the city recoups 50% of event gross revenues, with the Chamber already raising over $15,000.
Downtown businesses, car enthusiasts, parade volunteers, and families who attend the events.
Car clubs and residents disappointed by the two canceled cruise nights and the shift of the parade from night to morning.
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