9.2. PRSR 08-12-2009Item: 9.2.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Parks and Recreation Commission
FROM: Bill Maertz. Parks and Recreation Director
DATE: August 12, 2009
SUBJECT: Community Events Update
Behveen July 23`d and July 30 approximately 5800 participants attended community events in
Elk River.
July 23
• Kidstock 250
• Farmers Market 225
• Riverfront Music Series 700
July 25
• Big Tooth Sweet Tooth Running Race 150
• Riverfront Jam 600
July 26
• Minnesota State Championship Series Mountain Bike Race 2000
July 30
• Kidstock 275
• Farmers market 250
• Riverfront Music series and classic car show 1350
In addition, the Early Birdies youth golf program capped off their season with a pizza party
the week of July 27. There were 298 participants in the program this year.
Attachments;
Elk River Star News editorial
Elk P.iver Star News story
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