Title
Discuss and Provide Background about Third Party Special Events Held Across the City of McKinney
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in McKinney
MEETING DATE: March 5, 2018
DEPARTMENT: MPAC/Main Street & Community Events
CONTACT: Geoff Fairchild, Special Events Coordinator
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.
• This presentation focuses on the 50 non-profit and commercial events held within the City of McKinney.
• A comparison of City of McKinney’s special event fee structure, race route options and City service support with surrounding communities will be presented.
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.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• Currently, policies require special event applicant to reimburse for McKinney Police and McKinney Fire/EMS services.
• There are no policies/processes in place regarding support from Public Works and traffic control devices.