Council approved $50,000 in sponsorship to the Bear Creek Folk Festival through the Sponsorship Fund, plus an additional $30,000 from Council Strategic Initiatives Fund to the 2024 event.

Council directed Administration to bring back a report, after consultation with the Bear Creek Folk Festival, to acquire assets which can be rented by organizations within the City.

Council further directed Administration to bring back a report, after consultation with the Bear Creek Folk Festival, about potential infrastructure upgrades at Borstad Hill and/or Ernie Radbourne Pavilion to enhance community events, including partnership opportunities.

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