Reese Fire Company beer gardens

The fire company volunteer explained the Reese Rockfest plan — fenced beer garden, wristbands, hired security carding everyone — and that proceeds go to the volunteer fire company.

A fire company member explained rising equipment costs and declining carnival revenue made the promoter partnership a no-brainer for the company.

The retired Baltimore City battalion chief turned concert promoter detailed his Eagle Star Productions business plan, the $3 million liability policy, security, and sanitation for the event, saying only he stands to lose money.