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EDA authorizes purchase of new branded event tent to support summer events
Summary
The EDA approved buying a new 10x20 event tent with walls — cost to be split with the parks fund. Staff said delivery would take 2–3 weeks after final proof; the packet listed the cost as "27.55 plus freight," which staff said would come from the EDA’s advertising budget.
The Lindstrom Economic Development Authority authorized purchase of a replacement 10x20 event tent with removable walls at its April 8 meeting, with the EDA and the parks fund splitting the cost.
Staff presented sample designs and said the tent would replace an older unit that had been damaged in recent events. Materials in the packet listed the price as "27.55 plus freight." Staff said the EDA’s share would come from the advertising budget (which staff noted currently has about $6,000) and estimated the EDA portion to be roughly one‑quarter of the total cost.
A member suggested investing in leg‑stabilizing wings to reduce wind stress; staff said they would confirm configuration details with the vendor. The EDA approved the purchase by voice vote.
Why it matters: The tent will be used at community events including the June 21 summer celebration and will allow staff to secure displays and merchandise against inclement weather.
What’s next: Staff will finalize vendor proof and delivery timing and confirm exact price and EDA/parks cost shares; staff recommended splitting the cost between EDA and park funds.
