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Wakefield committee discusses timing, regional partners and outreach for EV showcase
Summary
Members reviewed last year’s EV showcase turnout and proposed collaborating with nearby towns, outreach to dealerships and use of town email lists to boost attendance and vehicle diversity; possible dates include late August or fall.
The committee revisited the town’s Electric Vehicle (EV) Showcase after noting that a previous date produced strong owner turnout but few EV‑interested visitors. Members floated the idea of coordinating with neighboring municipalities such as Melrose and Wilmington to split schedules or cross‑promote events so residents have alternative days to attend.
Participants suggested inviting dealerships, leveraging Gas & Light support for demonstrator vehicles (the utility has participated with a hybrid bucket truck), and using the town’s civic email list or a short survey to assess which vehicle types residents want to see. Options to raffle prizes or engage dealerships were discussed as methods to increase survey responses and event attendance.
Committee volunteers agreed to discuss collaboration with neighboring towns and to pass along historical event notes to help a successor take over coordination if needed. No formal motion or external funding request was made.
