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5.1.
Environmental Policy Board (EPB)
Meeting Date:
11/05/2012
By:
Chris Anderson, Community Development

Information

Title:

Update on Environmental Expo Event

Background:

At the October 18, 2012 Happy Days Committee meeting, Staff reviewed with the committee a request to incorporate the Environmental Expo event into Happy Days.  Overall, the Committee viewed this very favorably and thought this would be a good addition to an already successful event.  The one hesitation was with budgeting for this component.  However, Staff informed the Committee that the Environmental Expo event typically has its own budget and thus, there would not be an additional strain on the budget for the Happy Days event.  Staff explained to the Committee that it is envisioned to be planned and coordinated as if it were a stand alone event (meaning that Staff and the EPB would continue to be responsible for organizing the expo) but that it would be incorporated into Happy Days to provide an educational component to this community event while simultaneously capitalizing on the greater attendance numbers.

Observations:

The date for the 2013 Happy Days event is set for Saturday, September 7.  The expo event likely will be held in a large tent (roughly 40 ft x 100 ft) in proximity to the other expos (craft show and business expo).  Having the date set this early hopefully will help with securing exhibitors and a potential speaker.

Also, at the August meeting, there appeared to be general consensus to continue with the Tree Sale as a seperate, stand alone event.  However, at the September meeting, this topic was mentioned again and it was suggested that the next meeting would be an ideal time to make a decision about the Tree Sale in the spring.  Staff is seeking clarification from the Board regarding the Tree Sale so that, if it is to continue, Staff can begin preparations (species selection, quantities, pick up date, etc).

Recommendation:

The Board may wish to discuss, at least in general terms, thoughts for the upcoming expo event.  Secondly, the Board may wish to finalize a decision on the Tree Sale event as well.

EPB Action:

Based on discussion.

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Form Review

Inbox Reviewed By Date
Chris Anderson (Originator) Chris Anderson 11/01/2012 10:23 AM
Form Started By:
Chris Anderson
Started On:
10/23/2012 09:39 AM
Final Approval Date:
11/01/2012