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a. Receive a presentation from the Housing and Community Development Department on its existing Special Events Program; and
b. Discuss and provide direction regarding possible revisions to the Special Events Program, instituting a fee for special event applications, and the appropriateness of an unruly gathering ordinance; and
c. Provide further direction to staff as appropriate.
Project File No.: REF150053/REF150054
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Receive a presentation from the Housing and Community Development Department on its existing Special Events Program; and
b. Discuss and provide direction regarding possible revisions to the Special Events Program, instituting a fee for special event applications, and the appropriateness of an unruly gathering ordinance; and
c. Provide further direction to staff as appropriate.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSSION:
On December 13, 2016, the Resource Management Agency (now two separate departments; Housing and Community Development (HCD) and Public Works Facilities and Parks (PWFP)) suggested that the Board of Supervisors (Board) consider adoption of a resolution establishing interpretive guidelines for Title 21 of the County Code regarding large-scale events. Upon consideration by the Board, it was decided to not adopt a resolution establishing interpretive guidelines and maintain the existing practices while promoting public participation using the special event task force meetings.
Existing Special Event Program
Special events are those events that occur infrequently, occasionally or from time-to-time. Special events are those events that are not the primary function of the establishment. Special events are typically held at golf courses, resorts, hotels, wineries, other non-residential properties or within the public right-of-way. Special events on residential properties are not subject to special event authorization. However, other provisions of the County Code would still app...
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