Development News for Schererville, Indiana

Calat Striders' Friendship 5K Fee Waived for Rorman Park Event

The board considered and approved a request to waive the event fee for the Calat Striders' Friendship 5K race, to be held at Rorman Park on August 3rd. The organization, a nonprofit focused on youth running programs, requested the waiver as it is their first event with the city. A refundable $250 security deposit will still be required. Police assistance for traffic control at road crossings was confirmed, with volunteers also managing traffic. The event is expected to have approximately 115 participants and will run from 4:45 PM to 9:00 PM.

Sherville Fest Preparations Underway; Sensory-Friendly Options Explored

The board discussed preparations and registration for the upcoming Sherville Fest, scheduled for June 10th-14th. Registration numbers are currently lower than normal but have doubled from the previous week, with organizers anticipating a surge closer to the event date. There was also a discussion about potentially incorporating sensory-friendly aspects, possibly involving a "sensory truck" or dedicated time slots, with staff exploring options for future events and partnerships with organizations like the Down Syndrome Association of Sherville.

NSA World Series Fast Pitch Tournament Approved for Softball Fields

The board approved the use of softball fields for the annual NSA World Series fast pitch tournament, scheduled from July 14th to 19th. The event has been held for several years and is a significant revenue generator, with the city retaining 100% of concession revenue. The organization is not requesting a fee waiver.