The Key West Citizen Newspaper just posted a special news alert that the 2020 Fantasy Fest Celebration, the Zombie Bike Ride, and the Key West Literary Seminar have been cancelled.
This is a sad day for the citizens and businesses in Key West. So many people love to participate in these events. Some work for months on their costumes and floats. The events historically raised money for Aids Help but in reality the ten day event gave a gigantic boost to the Key West economy.
The County Commission and the City of Key West took a big risk three months ago when they aggressively shut down the City and Monroe County. But it paid off. We have the lowest infection rates in the state based on our size and we have had only five fatalities.
Since Key West re-opened out-of-towners have been roaming the streets sans-masks. I get it. They are on vacation. What they don't understand is that they may be bringing their infections into our protected environment. Fantasy Fest brings thousands of people to our little island. The harm could be devastating.
I respect the decision.
