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4 T he City of Frankenmuth Parks and Recrea on Department is asking residents and community members to help shape the future of local parks, trails and recrea onal programs by comple ng a new public survey. The survey is a key component of upda ng the City's Parks and Recrea on Master Plan. This five-year strategy guides upcoming park improvements, facility upgrades, and future grant applica ons through the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Feedback is encouraged from residents of the City of Frankenmuth, Frankenmuth Township and surrounding communi es. Par cipants can share their thoughts on a wide variety of local ameni es, including: • Specific parks and facili es • Walking and biking paths • Riverfront access • Sports fields • Community events "We look forward to hearing your feedback and sugges ons," Parks and Recrea on Director Ma Bierlein said. The survey takes approximately five minutes to complete. CITY OF FRANKENMUTH INVITES PUBLIC INPUT ON PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN 2027 SISTER CITY 65TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS 2027 marks 65 years of friendship between Frankenmuth, Michigan, and Gunzenhausen, Germany — a milestone in one of the most ac ve and cherished Sister City rela onships in the country. Every five years, our communi es come together for special celebra ons, shared meals, cultural experiences, and unforge able memories. Next year, we con nue the tradi on in a big way! So, mark your calendars! The 65th Anniversary celebra ons will be meaningful, memorable, and full of the warmth that has defined our Sister City bond for decades. Anyone interested in joining the fes vi es or ge ng more involved is welcome. There are also opportuni es to get more involved locally with the Sister City through the Friends of the Sister City group. If you have any ques ons or are interested and need more informa on, please email Jamie Furbush at jamie.furbush@frankenmuth.org. CELEBRATION DATES Frankenmuth Visits Gunzenhausen (Outbound Trip) Friday, July 2 – Sunday, July 4, 2027 Join Frankenmuth friends and families in Gunzenhausen for a weekend of anniversary fes vi es, cultural immersion, and community connec on. Gunzenhausen Visits Frankenmuth (Inbound Trip) Friday, September 17 – Sunday, September 19, 2027 We'll welcome our Gunzenhausen friends to Frankenmuth for a weekend of celebra on here at home. INTERESTED IN TRAVELING TO GUNZENHAUSEN? HERE ARE YOUR OPTIONS: Independent Travel Cra your own adventure! Make the Gunzenhausen weekend part of a larger European trip — visit other countries, explore iconic ci es, see family and friends, or even add a cruise. Escorted Tour: Highlights of Bavaria June 24 – July 5, 2027 A guided tour is being planned featuring Bavarian favorites like Munich, Oberammergau, Füssen, Königsee, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Nuremberg, …and more! Sister City Youth Travel Program Being planned for June 24 – July 5, 2027 High school students from the Frankenmuth area can join an unforge able journey across Germany — exploring major ci es, staying with host families, and experiencing daily life in Gunzenhausen. This is real cultural immersion, real friendships, and real memories. Learn more at the Sister City Anniversary Webinar on Monday, October 12th at 6:00pm. Scan to a end or visit nyurl.com/german-travel

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