Schmidt had several ideas, starting with getting more community involvement for projects like city beautification and park maintenance, among others. And more ideas are sought.
So, on Wednesday, May 9 starting at 6:30 p.m., community members are invited to bring their appetites and ideas to NR’s City Park for free hot dogs/refreshments and an informal gathering to discuss the future of a community club.
“I think we can revive it,” said Anderson.
Halgren said the history of the NR Commercial Club dates to the early 1900s.
“They were involved with Dairy Days, and later Farm and City Days, and at one time they provided ballplayers with rides home after practice,” said Halgren. “Margaret (Engesser) should be here.”
The club was also active on Halloween, Christmas and during Crazy Days. Its noon meetings would draw about 25 people.
“You start naming things off, the commercial club used to do quite a few things back in the day,” said Halgren.
“There are lots of areas we could put our efforts towards,” said Schmidt, who suggested getting not only community members but the fire department and ambulance crew involved.
It’s hoped there will be a good turnout for the Wednesday, May 9 event, which will be held at NR City Hall in case of rain.
“The focus is on making New Richland a better place to live, to put pride back into the community,” said Halgren.
