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Recreation
Welcomed more than 5,100 visitors to Roy Savage Pool and hosted 42 summer pool rentals.
Christmas in the Park
Relocated the event to Generations Park at Boys Ranch, significantly increasing event capacity and
accessibility for residents.
Approximately 10,000 attendees, an increase of about 8,000 attendees over the previous year.
Introduced a Holiday Drone Show and Ice Slide, expanding the event experience for attendees.
Bedford Beats & Eats Fest
Approximately 15,000 attendees, maintaining strong attendance consistent with previous years.
Featured Brett Michaels as the headliner, with Parmalee also performing.
Bedford 4th Fest
An estimated 25,000–30,000 were in attendance as part of the America 250 celebration.
Included a larger stage, enhanced sound system, and expanded entertainment lineup.
Introduced the inaugural "Fun Before the Fest" morning event, attracting approximately 400 participants.
Featured a flyover by four F-35 aircraft during the National Anthem and the presentation of colors by the
Bedford Fire and Police Honor Guards.
Hosted 22 other community special events, attracting an estimated 20,000 attendees throughout the year.
Senior Citizens Center

Maintained a membership of approximately 1,700 active members.
Hosted 30+ special events throughout the year.
Offered 30–35 weekly classes, including group exercise, arts and crafts, card games, and technology
education.
Hosted 22 senior dances at the Bedford Center YMCA.
Cultural Arts

Commissioned a new mural at Roy Savage Pool.
Expanded cultural arts programming and arts education through new events and community activities.
Hosted six Concerts in the Park, with three performances in the spring and three in the fall.
Successfully launched the City's first annual Juneteenth Celebration, establishing a new community
tradition that will continue in future years.
Facilities Maintenance

Replaced the chiller at the Law Enforcement Building
Replaced one (1) HVAC unit at City Hall Annex.
Replaced one (1) HVAC unit at the Old Bedford School.
The remodel of the Animal Shelter.
The remodel of Fire Station #2.
Replaced the roof at the Animal Shelter.
New building signs for the Public works building, City Hall, City Hall Annex and Parks Building.
The parking lot striping for City Hall.
The Parking lot new information signage for City Hall.
The ADA parking area and striping for City Hall Annex.
Replaced three (3) HVAC units at the Library.
Replaced the weather station on the roof for the Library.
Installation of two (2) new ceiling fans in the story time theater at the library.
Installed a new fire panel in Fire Station #3.
Replaced lighting system at the YMCA building.

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