Parks board plans Dixon Park movie night Oct. 19; discusses food-truck fee, concessions and volunteers

Parks and Recreation staff (Speaker 3) told the Parks and Recreation Board that the department plans to show the movie "Minecraft" at Dixon Park on Oct. 19 and began firming up logistics including food vendors, concessions and a start time.

The discussion centered on whether the department should recruit food trucks or run an in-house hamburger/hot-dog concession. "I'm gonna go buy the movie myself because my grandson likes it," Parks and Recreation staff (Speaker 3) said, describing the film license and volunteering to secure the title. Staff proposed a limited concession menu — popcorn, nachos, hot dogs and a possible hamburger meal that would include a burger, chips and a soda — and noted the need for volunteers to operate the stand.

Board members discussed charging food trucks to set up alongside the concessions. One speaker suggested charging vendors a fee for the "captivated audience," citing past success for trucks at park events. The suggested fee amounts varied in the discussion: one remark referenced a $50 figure and later proposals centered on a $25 fee for trucks to set up. No final fee was set during the meeting.

Organizers also discussed timing. Staff advised the movie will begin after dark, with a likely start around 7–7:30 p.m., and recommended food trucks arrive at about 6:30–6:45 p.m. for setup. A board member (Speaker 5) offered to create a promotional graphic and circulate it to staff and other board members for distribution.

The board did not take a formal vote on the event during the meeting. Next steps identified on the record included producing promotional materials, confirming a food‑truck fee if the board chooses to charge one, and recruiting volunteers to operate the concessions.