At Tuesday’s council meeting, Sheri Israel asked the council to approve the use of Central Park on 37 Central Blvd. for a Babbitt Farmer’s Market. Israel has experience as a vendor at the Ely Farmer’s Market and will spearhead the vendor application process.
“Our season will run weekly every Thursday from June 4 through Sept. 24. Our hours will be from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and set up can begin as early as 2 p.m. If you grow produce, you need to be registered with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. If you make food products, you will need to have a cottage license registration through the Minnesota Department of Agriculture,” said Israel.
The council had some discussion about extra parking for attendees, liability and insurance for vendors and attendees, and whether peddler’s permits are necessary.
