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Board hears Gateway to the Globe recap; staff flags event costs despite strong attendance
Summary
Staff recapped the Gateway to the Globe event, citing roughly 2,100 attendees and noting about $40,000 in staffing costs versus roughly $5,000 in direct revenue; board members debated whether the city should budget the event as civic programming or pursue cost‑recovery strategies.
Staff presented a post‑event recap for Gateway to the Globe and fielded questions from the advisory board about attendance, vendor participation and finances.
Robert, a parks staff member, said the task force formed by council to oversee the event has concluded and that staff compiled attendance and revenue highlights in a summary for council. He reported attendance…
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