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<br />STAFF REPORT <br />TO:Parks & Recreation Commission <br />FROM:Sierra Hietala, Recreation Coordinator <br />DATE:December 1, 2021 <br />RE:Farmers Market Recap <br />ACTION REQUESTED <br />Informational Update. No action requested. <br />BACKGROUND <br />Staff is excited to announce that the Little Canada Farmers Market is now approved for <br />SNAP/EBT payments for the Market. This will allow a wider population of residents to enjoy <br />local farm-fresh produce. The next step in this process is to purchase a card reader and signage <br />for the Market, which is currently in progress. <br />The Little Canada Farmers Market hosted their very first Fall Farmers Market on November 15 <br />from 2-5 PM at the Little Canada Bingo Hall. There were eight vendors with products including <br />chicken and eggs, homemade marshmallows and syrup, and homecare and self-care goods. <br />Though the event was not well attended, there was interest from both vendors and visitors to host <br />another. After a Market Vendor meeting, it has been decided that the next market will take place <br />on January 10 at the Little Canada Bingo Hall from 2-5 PM as well. Staff will work on <br />marketing the Farmers Market more around the community with flyers, a section in the <br />newsletter, and social media.