DDA Board agrees to contribute $2,000 for South Monroe shade sails

COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – In an effort to make Hops on Monroe more comfortable to attend, the Downtown Development Authority Board of Directors on Wednesday approved a $2,000 contribution for the installation of shade sails across South Monroe Street, subject to project approval by the City Council.

Main Street Director Audrey Tappenden said at least four shade sails would be affixed to poles, not to buildings.

Board member Courtney Dirschell said the shade sails will provide relief from the summer sun.

The shade sails cost $1,000 apiece and would be installed at the south end of the street.

Hops on Monroe will be entering its fifth season this summer on South Monroe.