2019-161 Denton Parks Foundation UpdateDate: August 9, 2019 Report No. 2019-161
INFORMAL STAFF REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Denton Parks Foundation Updates BACKGROUND: To keep the Mayor, City Council, and the Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board up to date on all Denton Parks Foundation efforts and progress, we will submit occasional staff reports for review and quarterly summaries.
DISCUSSION: The Denton community is invited to bring Man's Best Friend to the Civic Center pool for an end of the summer dip! The Denton Parks Foundation (DPF) is hosting Denton's first dog pool party, Splish Splash Doggie Bash, benefiting the North Lakes Dog Park. The event has two sessions, and individuals can buy tickets to one session or both to watch their dog lap around the pool for a great
cause. Session 1: 9-10:30 a.m. Session 2: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Eastside Denton is giving out tokens for the first 150 tickets sold to adults 21 and older. The tokens can be redeemed for one drink at Eastside during the week. Additionally, Tetra Pak will provide free water and have a tent with fun, dog-related giveaways. A sponsorship package is still being negotiated with Tetra Pak.
Other dog-friendly vendors are welcome at the event. DPF is working closely with the Parks and Recreation staff to evaluate the best layout for the event. The animal shelter staff have also been vital for understanding and preparing for any possible altercations between the dogs. Together DPF, PARD, and Animal Shelter staff are working to ensure this event is both fun and safe for everyone.
Splish Splash Doggie Bash can host 150 dogs and 400 individuals at each session. Dogs are required to be healthy and up to date on vaccinations. Attendees must show proof of vaccinations and sign a liability waiver.
Tickets went on sale Aug. 1, and 13 tickets have been sold to date. DPF is working to secure event sponsors to increase the overall financial benefit of the North Lakes Dog Park. The fundraising stretch goal from the event is $20,000. The money would be raised through ticket sales, sponsorships, donations, and vendor fees (dog-related nonprofits will have the fee waived).
This inaugural event is just another way for DPF to engage the community and enhance the mission of PARD. DPF excited to host Splish Splash to raise money and awareness. CONCLUSION:
Date: August 9, 2019 Report No. 2019-161
DPF is working hard to make the inaugural Splish Splash Doggie Bash a success and is collaborating with stakeholders to ensure the event is fun, successful, and safe. Everyone is invited to participate on Sept. 7 for this “off the leash” fundraising event!
STAFF CONTACT: Gary Packan, Director of the Denton Parks and Recreation Department DRAFTED BY: Brooke Moore, Executive Director of the Denton Parks Foundation brooke@dentonparksfoundation.com REQUESTOR:
Gary Packan, Director of the Denton Parks and Recreation Department PARTICIPTAING DEPARTMENTS: Denton Parks and Recreation Department
STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT:
10 minutes