12/14/2024
FARMERS’ MARKET
Through 2024, the Town of Steilacoom subsidized the Farmers’ Market and the Summer Concert series, among other programs, utilizing revenues from the General Fund.
Discretionary funding is made available to spend on programming not considered “necessary,” but that may be useful or enjoyable for the Town. Discretionary funds are for optional programs, in contrast to mandatory and/or social programs.
By necessity, programs using discretionary funds are being eliminated, the Farmers’ Market included. Individuals might ask, “what about the fees paid by the vendors?” The Town kept the fees as low as possible, so they covered some, but not all, costs. If the fees were increased to cover all expenses, including Town staff/electricians/set-up crew/equipment, etc., the space fee would not be affordable for vendors.
Finally, we cannot predict the years ahead. If the budget situation changes, Town leadership will review programs for reinstatement. Any change will be posted on the Town website, including the Farmers’ Market page: https://townofsteilacoom.org/267/Farmers-Market
On December 16th, the market cell phone and email address will be retired.
Thank you for your past commitment to the Steilacoom Farmers’ Market.
Steilacoom Farmers' Market in Downtown Steilacoom on the Corner of LaFayette & Wilkes Street Steilacoom, Washington 98388
