TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: Gina Moga, Special Events Manager
DATE: February 1, 2018
SUBJECT:title
The Warehouse Church is requesting permission to hold the 18th annual Motorcycle Sunday at Phillips Park on Sunday, May 6, 2018 from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm.
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PURPOSE:
This annual faith based event is for those who love motorcycles.
BACKGROUND:
This is the 18th year for this event which attracts anywhere from 300 to 1,500 depending upon weather. The event activities include a worship service, bike blessing, face painting, vendors, picnic and concert. There have been no issues associated with this event in the past.
DISCUSSION:
This is a long standing event that draws from a large radius due to its reputation.
There are no direct City costs associated with this event and 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 all logistics associated with the event. An event layout is attached.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
I request the proposed event be forwarded to the Government Operations Committee for review.
cc: Alderman Hart-Burns, Chairman
Alderman Mervine
Alderman Lofchie
Alderman Franco, Alternate