The Committee thanks you for your interest in helping with the Parade. The Committee will accommodate your preferences if possible and in accordance with the needs of the Parade.

Community service hours given to student volunteers on request.

Parade Day Volunteer Tasks and descriptions

“Lawn signs” –  Place lawn signs at various locations around the city. This is to be completed in early June, then removed within days after the Parade.

“No Parking” signs – Place along Parade Route and in staging areas. To be completed 2 days prior to the Parade

Pre-Parade Set-up – Place trash cans along the Parade route. To be completed the afternoon prior to the Parade. Will need a pick-up or flatbed.

Parade Set-up & Take-Down – Starting early Parade morning, the stages need to be set-up and decorated, then at the conclusion of the Parade to be broken down and put away.

Staging Managers – Facilitate entrants to be position in numerical order in the staging area and keep the area safe for the duration of the event.

Staging usher – Assist in getting participants to their entry assembly area if needing to be accompanied. May also assist in reminding participants of safety guidelines.

VIP & Special Entrant Assistance  – Assist VIPs, veterans etc. at their staging area matching them with their designated vehicle.

Street Monitor – Maintain that street barricades stay in place, but can be moved for official vehicles only, during the duration of the Parade. You will also be the eyes & ears for the Parade committee- making sure that Parade participants are following guidelines and communicating issues that may arise.

Spotters – Will be assigned to an announcer stand to assist in communication with the announcers/staging managers/other Parade officials. Then, will be in charge of breaking down the equipment for pick-up by the crew at Parade’s end.