The City of St. Joseph is trying to encourage groups to consider holding events at Riverfront Park.

According to a news release, in an effort to generate interest in the park the city is looking for organized groups to consider hosting events at the park located at 1st and Francis streets. A Request for Proposals (RFP) will be issued seeking ideas and opportunities for events to be considered. The city said efforts have been made to clean up the area and improve the infrastructure to make the area more appealing and conducive to organized events. Some improvements include pavement repairs to the north end of the parking lot, removing the structure on the landing to open up the river view and provide additional event space, and improving access to the park.

The city will provide certain amenities for selected events. Amenities may include but not
be limited to: portable restrooms, portable electricity, portable lighting, trash cans and service, and portable staging. Organizers must meet all necessary event insurance requirements and any licensing or permitting that may be required.

Mayor Bill Falkner said he is excited about the prospect of bringing more life to the area.

“Great things are happening in our downtown and we need to do everything possible to
continue that momentum,” Falkner said. “Working with groups to bring activities to our
downtown and riverfront area will only help to strengthen its growth and popularity.”

Interested groups or individuals who have an event or would like to explore the opportunity to hold an event at Riverfront Park should submit a proposal to the purchasing division in room 201, City Hall, 1100 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO 64501. The deadline for submitting proposals is open and proposals will be considered as they are received.