Mayor Donna Lind officiated as MC for the event and introduced the new City Manager Jenny Haruyama, councilmen Dene Bustichi was Master Chef for the fantastic BBQ, while Randy Johnson and Stephany Aguilar greeted the attendees.
Also featured was the Scott House originally built in 1853 and the many historical exhibits from that era that are displayed throughout the house.
The Program for this once every half-century event:
5:00 p.m. Introduction of our new City Manager, Jenny Haruyama.
5:05 p.m. Dinner Time! BBQ delights thanks to City Council Member Dene Bustichi.
6:30 p.m. Let there be cake! 50 year candle lighting & cake cutting by City Council Members!
Guided tours of City Hall and the Police Department were announced after dinner, as well as a police K-9 demonstration!
Indeed, it was an event to remember.