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Commission reviews farmers market outreach, booth staffing and upcoming volunteer expo
Summary
Commissioners reviewed lessons from the recent farmers market, discussed engagement tactics and materials for public outreach, and arranged staffing and promotional plans for a Volunteer and Service Expo on June 18.
Commissioners reviewed recent farmers market outreach and discussed ways to increase engagement at public booths, recruit volunteers and distribute project updates.
Ralph, who staffed a recent farmers market booth, described cold and wet conditions but said staff still had useful conversations with residents. Commissioners discussed strategies to draw people to the table — from informational cheat sheets listing current projects to creative hooks — while noting state rules limit using public funds for giveaways.
Robin and others proposed producing a short laminated 'cheat sheet' of current projects and permits so booth volunteers can answer common resident questions. David and staff agreed to compile a short update listing active projects to distribute at the market.
The commission also discussed staffing for a Volunteer and Service Expo on June 18 from 5–7 p.m.; commissioners volunteered to staff tables and to coordinate signups by email. Commissioners suggested distributing posters and recruiting at senior centers and community locations ahead of the event and to prepare talking points summarizing the commission's role for attendees.
Commissioners also discussed related community events, including potential booths for the Fourth of July celebration and plans for rock-painting and interactive engagement with Gen Camp and parks staff.
