Commission discusses moving 2026 safety fair, confirms magnets and outreach materials

Commissioners discussed scheduling the 2026 Blue Lake Safety Fair on the second Saturday in September to avoid conflicts with North Country Fair and to potentially coincide with a local baseball tournament to increase attendance. Parks & Rec staff flagged a tournament that weekend; commissioners explored holding the fair on the tournament's Sunday or arranging staging that minimizes parking conflicts.

Separately, commissioners reported 500 "Blue Lake Safety" refrigerator magnets were printed (funded by two $100 donations plus a commission contribution) with the new 707 contact number; the magnets are free at City Hall. One citizen asked whether soliciting donations to underwrite magnets was appropriate; commissioners said the item had been presented to City Council and there were no adverse comments. The commission will continue outreach planning with Parks & Rec and resource-center partners for staffing and placement options for the fair.