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Friends of the Parks praises turnout, warns indemnity and code limits for attractions such as goat yoga
Summary
Friends of the Parks told the commission its three signature events had strong turnout this year but flagged rising vendor and insurance costs, a municipal code ban on goats in parks that affects ‘goat yoga,’ and ongoing restroom and parking challenges for family events.
Laura Levinthal of Friends of the Parks briefed the commission Dec. 2 on the group’s 2025 season and raised several operational concerns the city should address.
Levinthal said the organization’s three signature events — Pumpkins in the Park, Pets in the Park and Movies at the Beach — were “overarchingly successful,” noting long‑running volunteer partnerships and positive community response. She said the group enjoyed robust participation at Pumpkins in the Park and Movies at the Beach and praised Public Works staff for site…
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