3a Tree Lighting Evaluation CITYOF
CHANHASSEN
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Cha~zhassen, Minnesota 55317
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Superintendent
FROM:
Corey Hoen, Recreation Supervisor(_~
DATE:
December 3, 2001
SUB J:
Tree Lighting Evaluation
This year's Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony was held on Saturday, December 1
from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Mayor Jansen officially turned on the tree at 5:30 p.m. It
is estimated that there were 150 people in attendance at the event.
Refreshments
Nancy Lipinski was responsible for obtaining donations of food and drink from
local organizations in the community. The contributing organizations were:
Applebee's Grill & bar, AmericInn, Velvet Green Coffee & Tea, Festival Foods,
and Chapel Hill Academy. The City purchased some candy canes for the young
children in attendance. All refreshments were served in the Chamber Office.
Bonfire
The Parks staff set up a wonderful, warm bonfire area for all to enjoy. Students
from Chapel Hill Academy led songs around the bonfire before the tree was
officially lit. The bonfire was definitely a nice addition to have at the event.
Santa Claus
Brian Beniek played Santa once again this year! He did a nice job with the young
children. He arrived by fire truck with sirens and flashing lights! He entertained
the crowd with singing and candy canes.
Other Comments
With the event being attended by so many kids, I would recommend that all
components of the event be kept simple and short. One aspect I would change for
next year is to have everyone in attendance remain by the bonfire instead of
crossing the street during the actual lighting of the tree. Overall, I think the event
went good and that continuing with similar activities would be appropriate for
next year.
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Expenses:
Advertising
Santa
Target/candy canes
2001 holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
Expense Report
Amount:
$127.10
$ 70.00
$ 11.60
Total Expenses
$208.70