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Lund plans July 24 celebration logistics as parade permit remains pending
Summary
Council and public commenters discussed police coverage for July 24 (reported as provided free of charge), parade-permit uncertainty from the District Engineer, porta-potties, cleanup plans before the event, and temporary increases to the town credit card limit to support expenses.
Public comment at the June 16 Lund Town Council meeting reported that police will be present for the July 24 festivities "free of charge," but attendees noted the parade permit "has not been approved by the District Engineer," prompting discussion of alternate parade routes.
Ben Smith and Lee Ringueberg outlined event logistics: Lee said hot water at the Community Center is working and that Ben will notify Bishop Max Reid about porta-potties. Ben said he will purchase a shade cloth for the event and suggested replacing youth trash crews with adult crews for safety after a recent youth pickup. Moroni Perez announced a town cleanup scheduled for the Monday before July 24.
Katie Carter told the council she will call Anthony Ashdown to request a temporary credit card limit increase to $3,000 for June and July to cover event-related spending. The council discussed contingencies if the parade route changes due to the pending permit and noted logistical steps to ensure porta-potties, shade, and cleanup are in place ahead of the celebration.
