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Chairperson Max stated that once the theme was developed, the Subcommittee could now determine the type of vendors needed to match that theme. He advised that the keynote speaker could touch on a couple aspects suggested by the Board. Board Member Lewis stated that he had not yet spoken with the potential speakers. He explained that the event will be as all encompassing as it can be in order to reach out to families. He stated that Ramsey is in a unique position, between the two rivers and provided examples of vendors that could align with the theme and still be a bit different than what has occurred in the past, such as a fly fishing demonstration from Cabella's. Board Member Valentine stated that Ramsey is a very unique community with a close connection to a diverse group of wildlife. Board Member Lewis stated that it would be nice to have some activity driven vendors mixed in with some businesses, such as Ramsey Bicycle. He explained that vendor could tie into the environment with the bike trails and physical fitness. Chairperson Max stated that it would be nice to have some hands -on activities, such as building birdhouses. Board Member Enstrom suggested choosing one area, such as birding per event, to ensure that new material is being brought forward each year rather than having the same activity each year. Board Member Lewis stated that birding may be too narrow and suggested instead outdoor activities. Board Member Stodola stated that it would be nice to have a local vendor that sells outdoor games. Further discussion ensued regarding potential vendors and local businesses that could be reached out to in order to gauge their interest in participating in the event. Associate Planner /Environmental Coordinator Anderson noted that all of those sound like good ideas and advised that the next step would be to reach out and gain contacts to gauge the level of interest. Board Member Lewis suggested that all Board Members develop a list of potential vendors for the event and bring it to the next meeting, where that list can be split between Board Members to begin making calls. He noted that the layout may need to be reconsidered because of the difference in the event this year and the potential vendors. Associate Planner /Environmental Coordinator Anderson stated that he could prepare a few options for layout that he could present at the next Board meeting. 6. BOARD / STAFF INPUT • QCTV Promo Environmental Policy Board / March 4, 2013 Page 3 of 5