Either the planners were stupid or people are just stupid.
I got there at 7:30, and set up right on the curb on E. 9th just south of St. Claire. I brought folding cheers, water and sun screen. Phone was charged. Had it planned perfectly.
A bunch of idiots thought "show up early" meant show up at 11:00. People started just standing in the middle of the street. YOU CANNOT WATCHING A PARADE WHILE STANDING IN THE ROUTE THE PARADE IS GOING, MORONS. Worse, the cops weren't around enough to keep the streets clear. They'd clear a path, then the people would fill it right back up. A few them even tried to argue with the cops. Absolutely mind blowing how inconsiderate some people are. The idiots showed up way later, slowed the entire parade down by 2 hours, and still somehow got the best seats.