5a Tree Lighting Evaluation
CITY OF
CBANHASSEN
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director
FROM:
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Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Superintendent
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DATE:
December 7, 2004
SUBJ:
Tree Lighting Evaluation
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This year's Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony was held on Saturday, December 4
from 5:00-6:00 p.m. Mayor Furlong officially turned on the tree at 5 :30 p.m. It is
estimated that there were 200 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:
Byerly's, Chapel Hill Academy, County Market, Culvers, Bethel Fellowship, and
Community Bank of Chanhassen. The City purchased candy canes for the young
children in attendance. All refreshments were served in City Center Park.
Bonfire
The Parks staff set up a wonderful, warm bonfire area for all to enjoy. Students
from Chapel Hill Academy led the group in songs around the bonfire before the
tree was officially lit. The bonfire was definitely a nice component 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 flashing lights and sirens! 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. Overall, I think the event went
very good and that continuing with similar activities would be appropriate for
next year.
The Cily 01 Chanhassen . A growing communily wllh clean lakes, quality schools, a charming downlown, Ihflving businesses, wledleg trails, and beaulllul parks. A greal place 10 live, work, eod play.
2004 HOLIDAY LIGHTING CEREMONY
EXPENSE REPORT
Expenses:
Advertising
Santa
Paper Warehouse/table covers
Target/candy canes
Amount:
$ 135.00
$ 100.00
$ 14.27
$ 12.65
Total Expenses
$261.92