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Council approves Church Street closure for ParkFest 2025; festival to host German visitors
Summary
Council approved closing Church Street Aug. 29–31 for ParkFest 2025, which will include a parade, band and host 10–30 visitors from Germany staying with host families.
Council reviewed plans for ParkFest 2025, a three-day event scheduled Aug. 29–31. The plan calls for Friday and Saturday programming as in past years and an extended Sunday program beginning at 11 a.m., a parade at 1 p.m., and a band from 3 to 6 p.m., with an expected end time of 7 p.m. The event organizers expect 10–30 individuals from Germany who will stay with host families in Glandorf. Kristen Gerding-Heffner moved to close Church Street for the event; Doug Trombley seconded the motion and all members voted in favor.
Why it matters: The closure will affect local traffic and require coordination with public-safety and public-works staff; hosting international visitors involves volunteer coordination for housing and hospitality. Council approved the closure and event dates during the Jan. 7 meeting.
Supporting detail: The minutes record only the motion to close Church Street and the basic event schedule; logistical details such as road closure times, traffic control plans or permits were not included in the minutes.
