The Ida Cox Series of concerts held on the Main Street of downtown Toccoa is a community- centered and free event attended by a large crowd of citizens, typically held each Saturday June-August. The City of Toccoa has trimmed the event dates from 12+ down to 4, for the entire summer. This decision was made in a small meeting where a majority of businesses were not represented. At least 8 downtown businesses will be missing out on a decent amount of revenue because of this decision. The summer season is when help is needed, as business tends to slow down for everyone. These concerts help us make it through the season with less struggle, and we enjoy seeing our community out front enjoying themselves each evening. Having more shows down at the community theater does not bring in the revenue that the street-held concerts do. We are asking the city leaders to hear us and take this into account for the good of downtown, and for the sake of our community that enjoys these weekly events. We are in full support of The Historic Ritz Theater, and do hope they have successful shows with a full house each night! We just hope it's good for all of us that this change has occurred.