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a. Approve a one-time Concession Agreement for Special Events between Spartan Race, Inc., and the County of Monterey to produce the Monterey Super Spartan Race event at the Toro County Park on June 4th, 2016; and
b. Authorize the Director of Parks to sign the Agreement.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Approve a one-time Concession Agreement for Special Events between Spartan Race, Inc., and the County of Monterey to produce the Monterey Super Spartan Race event at the Toro County Park on June 4th, 2016.
b. Authorize the Director of Parks to sign the Agreement.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The Spartan Race, Inc., has submitted a Special Use Event Application and is requesting a Concession Agreement for Special Events to hold the Monterey Super Spartan Race event at Toro County Park on June 4th, 2016. This event and promoter were new to the County in 2013. They have held three successful events and wish to return to Toro Park in June 2016.
Spartan Race is a series of obstacle races of varying distance and difficulty ranging from 3 miles to marathon distances. Spartan Race also has a military series in which obstacles are designed by the United States military. Events are held in the United States and franchised to 14 countries including Canada, many European countries, South Korea, and Australia. Spartan Race is the leader in timed obstacle racing courses. With roots in event production dating back to 2001, Spartan Race is now a global event business with more than thirty (30) domestic events and more than twenty (20) international events.
The average Spartan Race hosted 8,000 participants with an additional 4,000 spectators per event in 2013, however, they expect a maximum of 6,500 participants at Toro Park. The event features a challenging racecourse, healthy lifestyle and a fun, family-friendly festival atmosphere. Each Spartan Race features a Kids Spartan Race for youth ages 5-13. These rac...
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