7.1.B0 PRSR 12-08-2010Item: 7. I .B.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Parks and Recreation Commission
FROM: Steve Benoit, Recreation Manager
DATE: November 30, 2010
SUBJECT: Major Park Use -Use of Lions Park for a Winter Festival
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The Elk River Chamber of Commerce has requested the use of Lions Park and Lions Park
Center on Saturday, February 12th to hold a community winter festival fundraiser event.
The rental period would run from approximately 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The group plans to
hold a variety of activities such as a chili cook off, snow golf, sledding, and a polar bear
plunge.
Information for your consideration
• This is a resident group.
• Proceeds from the event will be donated to charities.
Staff Recommendations
Event be approved with the following guidelines:
• All facility rental fees be waived.
• The Parks and Recreation Department provide trash cans for the event.
• The group will cover the cost of any needed additional portable toilets.
• The group will cover the cost of a Parks and Recreation building supervisor.
• The group will coordinate with the Health Department regarding any food serving
guidelines.