Modesto’s city council is preparing to make a bold move by voting on replacing its outdated portable stage, which has been around longer than some of its users have been alive! The current stage, purchased in 1989, has happily hosted a slew of community events, but it’s clear that it’s time for an upgrade. After all, in the age of modern innovations, who wants to be using equipment that’s practically a museum piece?
With a proposed budget of $275,000 for a new trailer-mounted portable stage, the council is eyeing a more contemporary solution that promises to enhance city-sponsored gatherings and make it easier for community members to rent for their own events. Plus, the funding will come from Measure H, which means it’s not just a whim but a well-considered investment.
This shift could breathe fresh life into Modesto’s event scene, leaving the historic stage to retire gracefully. Here’s hoping the new stage brings as much joy and perhaps a few unexpected surprises to future events! What do you think? Is it finally time for our local gatherings to step into the new age?
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