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City details public-safety plans as Power of the Past tractor show expects thousands
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City staff briefed the commission on logistics and public-safety planning for the Power of the Past tractor show, which organizers expect could bring hundreds of tractors and thousands of visitors to Forest Park; EMS, police and fire will pre-stage resources and a command post will be on site.
City staff updated the commission on plans for the Power of the Past antique tractor show and related events, emphasizing safety, traffic flow and vendor logistics ahead of the multi-day gathering in Forest Park.
A presenter described the event—s growth from a small local parade to a larger regional attraction, noting organizers expect up to about 600 tractors and an estimated 5,000 visitors per day. The event this year is part of the Massey Expo North America 2024 national show and will feature Massey Ferguson as the highlighted brand.
Staff outlined preparations that include an incident-command structure, pre-staged emergency responders, an on-site medical aid station (to be staffed by Franklin County EMS), and an emergency-management command trailer in the park to serve as an information hub. Ottawa Police Department and Ottawa Fire Department will coordinate traffic management and response, and volunteers from the tractor club will assist with parking and wayfinding.
In answer to a commissioner—s question about attendee logistics, staff advised people to follow volunteer directions for parking and to use shuttles or downtown lots where available. Parks staff are preparing facilities and indicated restrooms and water-filling stations at Legacy Square will remain available for upcoming events.
City officials said the parks department and public-safety partners will continue preparations through the next two weekends and will debrief after the event to improve planning for future years.
