Around Town

New Mayor & Councilmembers

New Mayor Jeff Toborg, along with Councilmembers Todd Hendreks, John Diak, and Laura Hefta after their swearing in last month. Mayor Toborg was chosen by residents as Parker’s seventh Mayor. In addition, Todd Hendreks, John Diak, and Laura Hefta were selected to four-year terms as Councilmembers. Diak was an incumbent, while Hefta and Hendreks earned their first terms, replacing outgoing Councilmembers Debbie Lewis and Joshua Rivero. There are two vacancies on Town Council created by Toborg’s election to Mayor and former Councilmember Renee Williams’ resignation in September. The process of filling both positions will be determined by Town Council in the coming weeks.

Downtown Wonderland

Parker got festive with Candy Cane Lane at Discovery Park, Toyland on Mainstreet, and Santa's Workshop at O'Brien Park.

Holiday Fireworks

Douglas County put on a fireworks display over Rueter-Hess Reservoir. The show could be seen all over town with people watching from home or pulled over on the side of the road.

Tenting

Restaurants around town showed their ingenuity and resourcefulness to cope with the COVID restrictions. Ice fishing tents with heaters was one way many businesses adhered to the "outdoor dining only" mandate.

Mayor Waid Parade

Residents showed their appreciation for former mayor Mike Waid with a drive-by parade outside his home.

Parker Road & Main

The old abandoned gas station at Parker Road and Mainstreet may have a new look soon. Chase Bank is planning to build a branch, complete with drive through, on the corner.

Businesses helping Businesses

PHOTO COURTESY OF LEAH RYAN

Residents turned out to Coffee Cabin's event to help support Moe from The Donut House.

Christmas Tree Recycling

The Town will host its annual Christmas Tree recycling program from Dec. 25 through Jan. 29, 2021 for Parker residents at Salisbury Park (East paved parking lot).