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March 5, 200 1 Fete des Lacs Festival Committee Meeting Minutes revenue. Committee Member DeVine stated that she felt that last year, there were a lot of crafters with the same type of items for sale. Committee Member DeVine stated that her focus will be on businesses that can arrange a large display. Mr. March stated that many phone calls were received last year in regards to if there was another individual selling the same type of items. They wanted their money back if someone else had registered offering the same. Committee Member DeVine explained that some companies only allow one (1) seller per event. Mr. March questioned whether the $10 fee would cover the table rental. Committee Member DeVine concurred and stated that the figure was based on last years cost. Committee Member DeVine stated that space rental was $15 subsequent to being reduced from $40. Committee Member DeVine also stated that the size of the space would be the same; however, the tee will increase to $25. Committee Member DeVine requested input from Committee Members regarding modification of the dates to include both Saturday and Sunday, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.rn. Committee Member Sweeney suggested coinciding the softball tourney with the CraftlBusiness Expo., stating that the largest crowd would be at the event at that time. Mr. March suggested having the event only one (1) day, starting at 9:00 or 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.rn. or 6:00 p.m. Committee Member DeVine stated that a lot of craft fairs run for two (2) or three (3) days. Committee Member Sweeney concurred with Mr. March on the starting time due to the softball tournament. Committee Member DeVine questioned the start time for the parade. Committee Member Thill stated 10:00 a.rn. Discussion ensued in regards to the majority of the residents would be at the parade. Committee Member Pei! questioned whether a requirement could be placed on the crafters that their display would need to be removed during the evening if it were a two (2) day event. Committee Member DeVine stated that sign-up could be for one (1) day for $15 or two (2) days for $25. Concern arose for open spaces and requests for refunds on day two (2) if day one (1) did not go well. (Ray, what about crafters wanting to sleep on site for the two (2) day event rather than commuting????) Just a thought when doing the minutes. 10. Advertising Committee Member DeVine explained that the budget for this item is not complete; however, several items have been addressed. Committee Member DeVine stated that she had spoken with the Quad Community Press and obtained pricing on a Y. and 1/8 of a page with a discount being received if multiple ads were being placed. Committee Member DeVine stated that she had also received pricing for spot color - $40 more than black and white. Chair DeVine questioned whether running multiple ads in varying papers was to be handled by them. Committee Member DeVine stated that she did not obtain this information. Mr. March questioned readership of The Peach. Mr. March stated that they have a large distribution area and that san1e may be an additional source. Committee Member DeVine stated that she had contacted the Hugonian, Quad Community Press, Blaine Banner, Anoka County Shopper, and the Blaine/SLP Life. Committee Member DeVine stated that she needed to make additional contact with neighboring communities. Chair DeVine stated that Committee Member DeVine needed to keep in mind that last year too much advertising was centered on Centerville residents rather than outlaying areas. Committee Member Sweeney suggested calling the North