It seems Atlanta is embracing walkability and biking. Interesting article and interesting lessons for Jax.
http://atlanta.curbed.com/archives/2013/10/09/street-parties-walkability-threaten-to-make-atl-cool.php (http://atlanta.curbed.com/archives/2013/10/09/street-parties-walkability-threaten-to-make-atl-cool.php)
When I meandered up to Highland Avenue and Elizabeth Street in Inman Park, it was packed-
Speaking from experience, street closures/parties are some of the most difficult things to do in Jax. Our City government should be facilitators.. not gatekeepers.
Btw, Riverside WineFest is in serious jeapordy of not happening b/c of mismanagement and ridiculous regulations from City Hall.