TO: Mayor Robert J. O’Connor
FROM: Gina Moga, Special Events Manager
DATE: February 1, 2017
SUBJECT:title
Requesting approval for the Warehouse Church to hold the 17th annual Motorcycle Sunday at Phillips Park on Sunday, May 7, 2017 from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm.
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PURPOSE:
This is the 17th year for this event which attracts anywhere from 500 to 1,500 depending upon weather. The event activities include a worship service, bike blessing, face painting, vendors, picnic and concert.
BACKGROUND:
There have been no issues associated with this event in its 16 year history. A Music Festival Permit has been applied for and a Certificate of Insurance is attached.
DISCUSSION:
This is a long-standing event that draws from a large radius.
There are no direct costs associated with this event and City staff time is minimal.
The organizers receive a portion of their funding through the Neighborhood Festival Funding grant program.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
Warehouse Church works directly with Dan Anderson, Director of Parks for any additional needs and to insure the bikes and vehicles are not allowed near the root areas of the large established trees as not to cause any damage.
An event plot is included in this packet.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
I request the proposed event be forwarded to the Government Operations Committee for review and approval.
cc: Alderman Hart-Burns, Chairman
Alderman Bugg
Alderman Franco
Alderman Mervine, Alternate