TO: Committee of the Whole - Parks and Environmental Sustainability
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
Parks
Loreen Hamilton
425-556-2336
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
Parks
Brittany Pratt
Events & Marketing Administrator
Parks
Austin Horner
Events Coordinator
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Derby Days 2022 Overview
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
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Derby Days is Redmond's signature historic town festival. Rooted in the spirit of friendly competition, Derby Days started in 1940 as a bike derby and parade for the community and continues each year as an opportunity to bring together Redmond's diverse community in celebration. This year's event takes place July 8 & 9 on City Hall's municipal campus and features parades, bike races, a 5K community walk/run, carnival rides, live music, food, and more.
Event Elements:
* Carnival
* Main Stage
* Kids' Zone and Stage
* Food Booths and Trucks
* Beer and Wine Garden
* Expanded Business & Community Booths
* Dedicated Craft Market
* Kids' Bike Parade
* Derby Days Grand Green Parade
* Bike Races in partnership with the Marymoor Velodrome Association
* Drone Show
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REQUESTED ACTION:
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REQUEST RATIONALE:
* Relevant Plans/Policies:
PARCC Plan; Community Strategic Plan
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* Council Request:
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OUTCOMES:
The Events Team is providing an overview of Derby Days 2022 planning to City Council and will return in May to provide the full program details.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
* Timeline (previous or planned):
o Sponsorship applications and outreach in progress
o Craft booth applications in progress
o Business booth applications, beer and wine garden applications, food vendor applications in progress
o Additional in-person business outreach planned for May and June 2022
o Public outreach campaign began March 9
* Outreach Methods and R...
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