Title
Twinklefest 2017 Discussion
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Discussion only
Report
Issue:
Discussion of Twinklefest 2017: Format, sponsorships, inclusion, incentives and general planning.
Staff Contact:
Mark Rentfrow, Downtown Liaison, Community Planning and Development, 360.570.3798
Presenter(s):
Janis Dean, Marketing Committee Chair
Mark Rentfrow, Downtown Liaison, Community Planning and Development, 360.570.3798
Background and Analysis:
At the May 30, 2017, June 27, 2017 and July 11, 2017 Committee meetings, the Committee discussed the many aspects of the downtown Twinklefest Celebration and what initiatives encompass a positive event with maximum downtown business involvement and participation.
The Committee is recommending the following timeline:
• Ambassadors need all materials (lights, sign-up sheets, commitments, etc.) by mid-October
• Begin date/lights up/sign up deadline: Wed, Nov 22
• Photography deadline: Dec 1
• Online voting: Dec 1-31
The Committee proposed further discussion at the July 25, 2017 Committee meeting. Topics include promotion and preparing information for dissemination at the August 10 PBIA meeting.