Auburn Endurance Capital of the World Committee Meeting – May 26, 2021

The committee met in hybrid format in Room 10 of Auburn City Hall and via Zoom. No public comments were received. The consent calendar and treasurer’s report were approved unanimously, followed by informational updates on upcoming events, swag, the water bottle filling station, cycling, trails, website work, and downtown developments.

Note: The raw transcript was empty; this summary is based on the agenda and minutes. The agenda and minutes identify the meeting date as November 19, 2025, while the date used for this summary is May 26, 2021, per the provided meeting metadata.

Public Comments & Testimony

• No members of the public addressed the committee. No action was required.

Consent Calendar

• A motion to approve the November 19, 2025 meeting agenda was unanimously approved.
• A motion to approve the meeting minutes was unanimously approved. The agenda listed the October 15, 2025 minutes, while the minutes text records approval of the September 17, 2025 minutes.

Discussion Items

• Treasurer’s Report: Larry presented the budget state, reporting a beginning October balance of $4,726.85. A motion to accept the report was unanimously approved.
• Prior Event Review: There were no prior events to review.
• 2025–2026 Event Schedule: Shannon reported that the Festival of Lights filled before she could sign up for an ECC appearance; Alice will check with the Chamber of Commerce about securing a spot for a City of Auburn float. The December 17 ECC Holiday Dinner at El Agave at 6 p.m. is confirmed, and Cynci will confirm the final headcount with Phil, Jill, and Joyce. The Christmas Day Inflatable Costume Walk, hosted by Shannon and Lori, is still on. Cynci confirmed that Joyce Miller will be in charge at the ECC tent at the Jan. 1 Resolution Run; Larry will help with setup and takedown, and Lori will help with booth support. The Canyons Races are scheduled for April 23–25. Shannon noted that WSER is no longer able to sell lottery tickets online, so they will increase their event presence to sell tickets.
• Swag Update: Alice reminded the committee that funds must be raised for a specific project and that the project must be submitted to the City Manager and approved by the City Council. Shannon will order an “Ann Trason Tension Banner” to pair with the Gordy tension banner for ECC booth displays.
• Water Bottle Filling Station: Cynci reported that Public Works Director Mengil Deane approved the water bottle filling and 2-level drinking fountain unit submitted by the ECC. The approved location is the exterior wall of the restroom at the Art Park, facing the access path from the parking lot. Deane suggested a sign just around the corner to improve visibility, and Cynci requested that the sign include the ECC logo.
• Cycling Report: Bob reported that Placer County is working on an Inter-County Cycling Routes Connectivity Plan and that law enforcement agencies are monitoring safety issues.
• Water Sports: No representative has been found yet.
• Trail & Equestrian Updates: Lori reported that this year is the 70th anniversary of the Tevis Cup and that Jerry Wittenauer is the new Tevis President.
• Website Update: Darci reported that the opening videos have been edited and all is running smoothly.
• Roundtable: Shannon mentioned that the Wells Fargo Building will become a family gathering “Escape Room,” which would be good for downtown businesses. A reminder was given that the December ECC holiday dinner will be at 6 p.m. at El Agave.

Key Outcomes

• The consent calendar and treasurer’s report were approved unanimously.
• The treasurer’s report reflected a beginning October balance of $4,726.85.
• Alice will follow up with the Chamber of Commerce regarding a Festival of Lights float spot.
• Cynci will confirm the holiday dinner headcount and follow up on the ECC logo sign.
• Shannon will order the Ann Trason tension banner.
• The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m. The next meeting is scheduled for Jan. 21, 2026 at 6 p.m., with the no-host ECC Christmas Dinner on Dec. 17 at El Agave.