A back-to-school free community event will be held on Saturday, August 14, 2023. Free school supplies will be given away to the community.
However, due to the event, there will be temporary street closures on the west side of the city. Here are the details provided by the Engineering and Public Works Department:
Date: Saturday, August 12, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Street Closure: 8th Street between West Levee Street and West Saint Charles Street will be closed during the specified time.
Alley Closure: The alley located between West 8th Street and West 9th Street will also be closed.
These closures are to ensure the safety and smooth operation of the back-to-school community event. It's recommended that residents and motorists in the area plan their routes accordingly and use alternate routes during the specified closure period.