Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Fall Fest topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Board praises Fall Fest turnout, reviews finances and eyes more vendor capacity next year
Summary
Board members said Fall Fest drew strong crowds and discussed moving start times later, adding vendor capacity (including a second beer booth) and improving promotion; they reported event costs of $36,235 and partial offset by vendor and poker tent income.
The Trenton Parks and Recreation Board reviewed outcomes from Fall Fest during its Oct. 14 meeting, praising turnout and discussing operational changes for 2026 to improve comfort and revenues.
Miss Moore, the parks presenter, said the event had an “amazing” turnout and proposed starting next year’s Fall Fest later in the afternoon to avoid sun glare for performers. She recommended inviting a known car‑show promoter to increase cruise‑in participation and said organizers should consider showing newer movies for the outdoor screenings in future seasons.
On finances, Moore reported a documented event cost of $36,235. She said vendor registration brought in $1,650 and a poker tent raised $108; she described alcohol sales as the biggest revenue driver but did not provide a clear, itemized breakdown of beverage receipts during the meeting. "Alcohol sales is our biggest driving force in the income," Moore said. Board members suggested adding a second beer booth to reduce long lines and increase revenue and noted the importance of TIPS (alcohol‑service) training for volunteers.
The board also noted that a new gazebo was installed that day, currently taped off while stain cures, and said Santa will be seated in the gazebo for the upcoming Christmas tree lighting. Members and staff praised volunteers, city staff and sponsors for supporting events; one member said a Shape Corporation representative indicated company interest in sponsorship and community partnership.
