Title
Discuss Third Party Special Events Held Across the City of McKinney
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in McKinney
MEETING DATE: November 19, 2018
DEPARTMENT: MPAC / Main Street & Community Events
CONTACT: Amy Rosenthal, Director
McKinney Main Street and McKinney Performing Arts Center
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
• No action required - discussion only
ITEM SUMMARY:
• The City of McKinney hosts over 60+ special events annually. These events are comprised of City-produced events, events organized in support of non-profit organizations and events that are produced by commercial ventures.
• The Special Event Committee offers recommendations to consider designated routes, partial cost recovery options and restricted use streets.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• Special Event Applications are evaluated on a monthly basis by a Special Events Committee comprised of representatives from different departments impacted by activities, including - McKinney Police, McKinney Fire, McKinney Fire Marshal, Public Works, Engineering and Code. This is a follow-up to the presentation from March 5, 2018.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• Currently, policies require special event applicant to reimburse for McKinney Police and McKinney Fire/EMS services. Committee recommendations include partial cost recovery options for Public Works services, Parks and Recreation Trail fees, and increase of Special Event Permit Fee.