8.1 PRSR 07-14-2021
The Elk River Vision
A welcoming community with revolutionary and spirited resourcefulness, exceptional
service, and community engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity. Updated: August 2020
Request for Action
To
Parks and Recreation Commission
Item Number
8.1
Agenda Section
Discussion Item
Meeting Date
July 14, 2021
Prepared by
Michael Hecker, Parks and Recreation Director
Item Description
Elk River Fest Feedback
Reviewed by
Cal Portner, City Administrator
Reviewed by
Action Request
Discussion of the recent Elk River Fest.
Background/Discussion
In 2018, the Parks and Recreation Commission recommended a community event to showcase Elk River. The
City Council agreed and expressed a consensus for “Elk RiverFest” to be held the first Saturday in July.
Community feedback from the third event held Saturday, July 3 has been positive for nearly all activities including
food trucks, vendors, entertainment, and the shuttles. Attendance seemed to be down slightly from the previous
event in 2019. Staff continues to evaluate the event and plans to discuss this with City Council next month.
Staff would like to hear Commission feedback on the event.
- What have they heard from the community?
- Staffing is a challenge on the holiday weekend for the city and some downtown businesses. How does the
Commission feel about current date?
- Thoughts on including the Furniture and Things Community Event Center as part of the event?
- Fireworks, type (shell size), location, show length?
Financial Impact
N/A
Mission/Policy/Goal
Ethical, efficient, and responsible
Attachments
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