Parade aftermath still sparks debate: City leaders try to explain roles, dispel misinformation

CRESWELL – It was standing-room only at this week’s first in-person city council meeting since the pandemic, as community members voiced concerns regarding the unauthorized Fourth of July activities in downtown Creswell.

The centerpiece was a parade – organized in part by a member of the Proud Boys – that had nearly 1,000 people swelling busy intersections with cars, trucks, pedestrians, cyclists, horses and parade participants. While police said it did not cause egregious public…