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Tucson Tests Congress Street Closure | Tucson News
Tucson is testing a bold new idea: temporarily closing a stretch of Congress Street during big downtown events to make sidewalks safer and crowds more manageable. Starting as early as Halloween, the pilot will shut down the area between Fourth and Sixth Avenues — made possible by a new roadway that’s already easing traffic pressure downtown. While safety is the main goal, local businesses are also cheering the pedestrian-friendly vibe. But before it goes live, planners need to sort out drop-off zones, transit access, and crowd flow — with more public input coming soon. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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