Agenda Item Wording:
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Request to appropriate funding for Independence Day Celebration - Request for the City Council to review event options for 2024 Independence Day Celebrations, appropriate additional funding up to $55,700 from the General Fund for the fiscal year 2023/2024 Independence Day Celebration Capital Project, request to authorize staff to apply for grant funding and confirm funding through the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District Clean Alternative to Fireworks Pilot Incentive Program
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Deadline for Action: 2/20/2023
Submitting Department: Community Services
Contact Name and Phone Number: Laurissa Roggenkamp, 713-4336 and Kelli Kincaid 713-4042
Department Recommendation:
Staff recommends City Council to appropriate up to $55,700 from the General Fund to the Independence Day Community Celebration Capital Project. Funding will be utilized to host an Independence Spectacular to include two drone light shows set to music, live music, kid zone activities, beer garden, and food court. Staff propose that this be a free event that is a key part of the celebrations this year saluting the City's 150 anniversary of being an incorporated City. As explained below, grant funding and sponsorships will be sought to offset some or all the expenses.
Background Discussion:
Event Background:
On August 7, 2023 City Council meeting, staff reported on the success of these celebrations, with Council expressing a desire for staff to explore and enhance the 2024 Independence Day celebration.
Staff have proposed options for expanding Independence Day Celebrations in 2024 for Council's consideration:
* Option 1: Continue the 2023 model, partnering with entities in the community for affordable and accessible activities. Estimated expenses: $10,000 - $12,000 (requested as part of 2024-25 budget; no further allocation needed if funded in budget process).
* Option 2: Host a free in-person event at Riverway Sports Park featuring two professio...
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