Lorie Simpson, from the Citizens Advisory Committee, presented a proposal for a drum circle to be part of the centennial festivities. The proposed event would feature Ishmael Delgado, an experienced drum circle facilitator, and was suggested to coincide with other scheduled activities at the waterfront park. Initially slated for Saturday, May 17, Simpson proposed moving the event to Sunday, May 18, to align with fireworks planned for that evening. However, the presence of a Johnny Cash concert on Saturday evening, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, prompted a discussion about potential scheduling conflicts.

The council weighed the merits of holding the drum circle on Saturday versus Sunday. Concerns were raised about overlapping with the concert and fireworks, as well as the availability of space due to vendor setups. Some members felt Saturday would draw more attendees, while others worried about competition with the concert. To address these issues, Simpson suggested running the drum circle from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM on Saturday, but logistical challenges, including seating arrangements and vendor space, remained unresolved.

Discussions about chair availability led to suggestions of renting additional seating, with Simpson confirming budget availability for such expenses. Despite some members’ concerns about competing events, it was decided to tentatively schedule the drum circle for Saturday evening, with further logistical planning to continue.

In addition to the drum circle, the council discussed the logistics and budget for an upcoming fishing tournament. The conversation covered entry fees, particularly the fairness of fees for kayaks versus motorboats. Members debated whether a team of four kayakers would pay the same fee as a single motorboat, given the potential advantage of covering multiple fishing locations. Proposals included reducing fees for kayaks with fewer team members to balance competitiveness.

The council also touched upon marketing strategies for the fishing tournament, highlighting the need for effective promotion to boost participation. Suggestions included distributing flyers at local golf courses and leveraging social media to create urgency around sign-ups. Acknowledging the tournament’s challenges, particularly attracting business teams during work hours, the council considered extending the registration deadline.

The meeting also addressed the preparation of snack bags for the fishing tournament participants. Initially budgeted at $400, the snack budget was increased to $600 to ensure adequate provisions.

Additionally, plans for a new plaque for a time capsule were discussed. Proposals included using granite for durability, featuring the city’s Centennial logo and time capsule details. The council agreed on the need for a design proof before finalizing the order.

Discussions on the fishing tournament’s logistics continued, including rules for kayak and motorboat participation. Members emphasized the importance of clear communication at a captain’s meeting to ensure all participants understood the rules. The possibility of allowing shore fishing was also debated, with some members advocating for it while others highlighted the advantages boats provide.

The council also considered promotional activities for the tournament, discussing the setup of a merchandise table to sell shirts and promote future events. Efforts to enhance visibility included distributing flyers at local parks and engaging with fishing clubs.