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Authority backs revived Water Fest and supports Robinson Lake rain garden project
Summary
Staff reported plans to revive the Water Fest with partners and requested a $1,000 promotional budget; the board also gave formal backing to a staff-proposed rain garden at Robinson Lake to improve runoff control and public amenities.
The board approved a modest budget and staff plans to revive the Water Fest (Robinson Lake) and gave backing for a staff-proposed rain garden at Robinson Lake.
Russell, the city marketing director, described partner participation (local land trusts and nonprofits) and outreach coordination for an event slated for April 25 with community partners and food trucks; he asked for a $1,000 budget for promotional materials and signage. The board approved the budget and related requests.
Staff also proposed developing a rain garden on the parking-lot side of Robinson Lake to intercept runoff and stabilize shoreline erosion. Staff said they would solicit donated plans and involve volunteers and vendors to minimize cost. The board voted to give the board's backing for design and outreach work to proceed.
Next steps: staff will proceed with event logistics, vendor outreach and rain-garden design, and will return to the board with any budget or permit needs.
