Riverfest-type references in RR documents

From RR Vision (March 2001)

Page 8

Establish festivals, regattas, and sporting events to build awareness of and celebrate the river.

From RR Strategy

Page 7-6

1. Establish an annual River Renaissance Celebration that recognizes exemplary achievements by community partners and features citywide activities that educate and inspire the public.

•  Potential partners: civic and community groups, tribal governments, Port of Portland, neighborhood and business associations, art and culture organizations, public agencies

•  Estimated start date: Hold first event in fall 2005

From Willamette River Six Point Plan (September 1998; Sten & Francesconi)

Strategy 6: River “Connections”

Expand the opportunities for Portlanders to know their River through river gatherings, rivder tours, and a Willamette River Newsletter. …

…River Gatehrings—Events are desgined to highlight City efforts on the Willamette related to the Greenway, water quality and a future vision for the River.

…River Tours—Walks and boat trips on the Willamette River are scheduled for the general public and school audiences. (Page 7)