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Organizer outlines Alzheimer's walk in Blackduck; council approves $500 donation
Summary
A local organizer described plans for a Sept. 19 Alzheimer's walk in Blackduck and asked for volunteer help and resources; the council voted to pay $500 to support the event after a motion and second. The organizer said 77% of funds raised go to program support, with local promotion underway.
A resident organizer (speaker 7) asked the council to support a first-time Alzheimer's walk scheduled for Sept. 19 in Blackduck, describing outreach to businesses and community fundraising plans.
The organizer said posters are already in roughly 34-35 local businesses and described the event route (starting at the wayside rest, proceeding to the football field and returning). She outlined fundraising mechanics, including pledge sheets and that "77% of it goes to the cause," and said volunteers and logistical support (police, ambulance, fire) will be needed.
A council member (speaker 3) moved to provide a $500 contribution to support the walk, and a second was offered by speaker 4. The council voted by voice; the chair announced the motion carried.
Organizer (speaker 7) said she hopes for a turnout of about 150 people and that the group may repeat the event in subsequent years if the inaugural walk succeeds.
What's next: the organizer will continue outreach and coordinate with public safety and volunteers; the council allocated $500 to the event.
