City of Grants Pass City Council Special Meeting, September 28, 2026

The City of Grants Pass City Council held a special meeting on September 28, 2026, primarily to discuss and approve four lease agreements for the use of city right-of-way spaces during the upcoming Art Along the Rogue 2026 event. These leases would allow local businesses, including WonderBar, Natabar, The Hall, and Weekend Brewery, to expand outdoor food and beverage services in designated street and sidewalk areas temporarily closed for the event from October 2nd to 4th. The council reviewed the leases, which included provisions for insurance requirements and clarified that alcohol service would be limited to the leased areas. No fees were charged for these leases. The council unanimously approved all four lease resolutions, supporting the event's goal of promoting economic vitality and a vibrant downtown atmosphere. Additionally, the council noted plans to review and potentially update city ordinances related to outdoor food and beverage service in public spaces to better accommodate such events in the future.