File #: 24-1154    Name: PC2402 ArtByMetta
Type: Agenda Item Status: Agenda Ready
In control: McKinney Community Development Corporation
On agenda: 1/25/2024 Final action: 1/25/2024
Title: Consider/Discuss/Act on Promotional and Community Event Grant Application Submitted by ArtByMetta, LLC (PC 24-02) in the Amount of $5,600 for the Advertising, Marketing and Promotion of the 2024 RNB Picnic Festival.
Attachments: 1. Application Packet, 2. Presentation
Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on Promotional and Community Event Grant Application Submitted by ArtByMetta, LLC (PC 24-02) in the Amount of $5,600 for the Advertising, Marketing and Promotion of the 2024 RNB Picnic Festival.

Summary

COUNCIL GOAL: 5: Enhance Quality of Life in McKinney
5C: Continue to market and highlight McKinney as a unique destination for residents and visitors alike.

MEETING DATE: January 25, 2024

DEPARTMENT: McKinney Community Development Corporation

CONTACT: Cindy Schneible, President

ITEM SUMMARY:
* McKinney RNB Picnic Festival is a unique food, beverage and music festival aimed to bring the community together to celebrate peace, love and unity.
* The festival will be held at Finch Park on May 11, 2024, and will feature various DJs, live bands, food trucks serving authentic cuisines and drinks, bright and colorful photo installations, and d?cor used for vibrant and beautiful photo opportunities. Patrons are encouraged to dress their best in pink, preferably in colorful "Derby" style picnic attire and fashionable head piece that accentuates the beauty of African American culture.
* One unique component is that picnic goers can bring their own food, picnic baskets, picnic blankets and picnic tables. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed.
* A second component is the "BEST PICNIC AREA" competition. Patrons are encouraged to set up lavish picnic areas to try to win a prize.
* Attendees can reserve picnic areas and purchase cabanas or VIP areas.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
* ArtByMetta is an event designer and production company and luxury party rental company. Our mission is to unite communities and bring happiness to their lives by providing out of the box rentals & designs with art & music. We provide R&B Music festivals, design private and public events, and rent out luxury items to enhance events.
* Although ArtbyMetta, LLC is a privately owned company, part of our venture's objective is to give back to charity organizations. We don...

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