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Council praises 'Christmas in the Night Sky' event; seeks more restrooms and parking coordination next year
Summary
Council members said the town's 'Christmas in the Night Sky' event went well, raised near $9,500 in donations to cover costs, and identified improvements—extra portable restrooms, parking volunteers, and clearer donation points—for next year.
Fairfield councilmembers reviewed the recent "Christmas in the Night Sky" community event at their Dec. 18 meeting and praised organizers for a well-run program that largely paid for itself through donations.
Council members complimented the program, the drum show and parade participation. The mayor (presiding official) said the event brought in "close to $9,500" to put toward Christmas programming and staff noted the drum show kept attendees moving.
Council members identified areas for improvement for next year: providing additional portable restrooms or coordinating maintenance to reduce lines and damage; adding volunteers to help manage parking and transitions; and providing easier donation collection points (a suggestion to place secured donation boxes near Santa). Staff volunteered to assist with toilets and logistics in future years.
What happens next: Staff will compile an equipment list and consider booking popular vendors and performers for the next year's event; staff also will explore porta-potties and volunteer plans to improve flow and donation options.
