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REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS
FROM: ROBERT A. BRADY, CITY MANAGER
DATE: MAY 2412011
SUBJECT: WAIVE SPECIAL EVENT FEES FOR "BARK FOR
LIFE" EVENT BY THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
Background
The City received a request from the American Cancer Society, CA Division, to hold
a fundraiser entitled "Bark for Life" at McVicker Canyon Park's Dog Play Area on
Sunday, June 12th, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. The "Bark for Life" event is a non-
competitive walk event for dogs and their owners to raise funds and awareness for
the American Cancer Society's fight against cancer.
Under the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC) the proposed fundraiser qualifies
as a "special event ", which requires the payment of a $200 application fee and
refundable security deposit fee, typically in the amount of $1,000.
LEMC 5.108.020 Special events permits.
All special events occurring on property within the City, other than that property
specified in LEMC 5.108.060, shall be prohibited unless a properly issued special
events permit has been obtained. As hereinafter mentioned in this chapter, "special
events" means any assembly, congregation, attraction, display, entertainment,
demonstration, carnival, bazaar, circus, rodeo, or other traveling show, fair, festival,
food fair, cook -off, dance, concert or performance, or any other planned occurrence
that may attract a large number of people or which may otherwise become a hazard to
the public peace, health, safety or general welfare.
Discussion
Representatives of the American Cancer Society have requested the City waive the
fees required under LEMC sections 5.108.030 (Application fee) and 5.108.090 K.
(Security Deposit) in support of the event.
Fiscal Impact
Approval of this item will result in a negligible fiscal impact for waiving the special
event application fee of $200. Experience from several past events held at McVicker
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Canyon Park has shown the Organizers to be responsible; therefore, the security
deposit is unlikely to be necessary.
Recommendation
Consider the request to waive LEMC sections 5.108.030 (Application fee) and
5.108.090 K. (Security Deposit) for the "Bark for Life" Special Event at McVicker
Canyon Park.
Approved by: Pat Kilroy, Director I
Lake, Parks & Recreation Departmen i`
Approved by: Robert A. Brady, City Manager
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The American Cancer Society:
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2011 Bark For Life of Lake Elsinore
McVicker Park
Sunday, June 12th, 2011
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The American Cancer Society Bark For LifeTM is a noncompetitive walk event for
dogs and their owners to raise funds and awareness for the American Cancer
Society's fight against cancer.
By supporting Bark For Life, you help the American Cancer Society save lives,
and that helps us move closer to our ultimate goal of a world with less cancer
and more birthdays.
So bring your best canine friend and join us for a fun- filled day starting with a
walk, and then continuing with demonstrations, contests, and games.
Canine Etiquette the day of the
Bark For Life Includes:
• A maximum 6' leash during the Relay walk
• Current canine vaccinations
• Use of canine trash bags for pick up
. Canine owners respect each dog's space
• Water will be available for dogs and people — bring your own if possible
• Canine fundraising items must meet canine consumer regulations
• Canine fundraising food items must include ingredients and storage
instructions
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