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City backs revived Waterfest, approves $1,000 event budget and endorses Robinson Lake rain garden
Summary
Board approved a $1,000 budget for the revived Waterfest (Robinson Lake outreach) and gave staff backing to develop a larger rain garden at Robinson Lake, including vendor outreach and volunteer involvement.
Staff described plans to revive the Waterfest at Robinson Lake (event date and hours provided) with partner organizations confirmed and outreach tied to MS4 permit requirements. The event will include educational deliverables, signage, and free food vendors; staff requested a $1,000 budget for materials and signage, which the board approved.
Separately, staff proposed constructing a larger rain garden near the Robinson Lake parking area to capture and treat runoff and to improve the park’s visitor experience. The board endorsed staff proceeding with design, vendor outreach and volunteer coordination to minimize cost and maximize community participation.
Members noted the project supports permit obligations and community engagement; staff said seed collections and signage could be used as event deliverables and educational handouts. The board’s approval gives staff fiscal leeway to purchase deliverables and proceed with rain-garden planning.
