The fight continues on the Summer Nights permit – Rapid City South Dakota news, weather, sports [Video]

RAPID CITY, S.D. – The discussion continues over the Rapid City Summer Night’s permit application as the popular concert series faces scrutiny from downtown businesses. As part of due process, the Rapid City Legal and Finance Committee met today to discuss if they want to move forward with the permit and to hear from members of the public.

Summer Nights is held every Thursday evening from Memorial Day to Labor Day on 7th Street and has been a beloved tradition for 17 years. However, concerns raised by over 40 downtown businesses have sparked a debate about the event’s location and its impact on the surrounding community.

Businesses Voice ConcernsA letter sent to the Summer Nights Board of Directors by a coalition of downtown businesses outlined concerns about the event’s impact, including:

• Limited Parking: Businesses argue that the closure of 7th Street and St. Joseph Street significantly reduces available parking for their customers, …