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a. Approve the use of the Toro Park Trails on June 23, 2018 for a fund-raising event held by Big Sur Land Trust subject to approval of all required County permits and in compliance with Monterey County Code Section 14.12.130(A)(14); and
b. Find that leasing a picnic area at an existing County park for a one-time event is Categorically Exempt pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Approve the use of the Toro Parks Trails on June 23, 2018 for a fund-raising event held by Big Sur Land Trust subject to approval of all required County permits and in compliance with Monterey County Code Section 14.12.130(A)(14); and
b. Find that leasing a picnic area at an existing County park for a one-time event is Categorically Exempt pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines.
SUMMARY:
The Big Sur Land Trust has requested to use the Toro Park Trails and Marks Ranch Trails to hold a fund-raising event on June 23, 2018. The fundraising event, the Big Sur Land Trust Race for Open Space 2018, consists of registration fee for 2K, 5K, and 10K races. Vehicle entrance is $8.00 per vehicle, which will be charged upon arrival on each vehicle. This event is estimated to include 100-500 people. Pursuant to Monterey County Code Section 14.12.130(A)(14), all political rallies, religious services, and any fundraising activities must have prior approval from the Board of Supervisors. Star Sanitation is providing portable restroom and sinks for this event. Security guards are not required.
Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines identifies existing facilities as a Class 1 Categorical Exemption. Class 1 includes leasing existing public facilities. Staff finds that leasing the picnic area at an existing park for a one-time event is allowed under Section 14.12.130 of the Monterey County Code and qualifies for a Class 1 Categorical Exemption.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
The Big Sur Land Trust was provided with applications for the Event Organizer. Refreshments for this event are privately catered and do not require food permits. Food vendor permits are monitored and enforced by the Environmental Health Bureau (EHB). Staff verified that all required permits, including medical plans were approved prior to execution of the special event agreement.
FINANCING:
The standard vehicle day use fees approved by the Board of Supervisors are in effect for this event. The Resource Management Agency will receive a per-participant fee as outlined in Attachment B to be paid no later than 15 days following the event.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC INITIATIVES:
County Parks provide a public service to all groups to enjoy natural settings. The recommended action implements policies and regulations for fundraising groups in County Parks.
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Prepared by: Shawne Ellerbee, RMA Deputy Director of Administrative Services 755-4794
Reviewed by: Camerino Sanchez, Management Specialist
Approved by: Carl P. Holm, AICP, RMA Director
Attachments:
Attachment A - Facility Use Agreement
Attachment B - Invoice
(Attachments on file with the Clerk of the Board)