§ 14-39. Special event requirements and daily fees.

(a)

It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to conduct the special events listed herein without first obtaining a license from the city clerk. Some amusements also require licensure and/or inspection by the state. Proof of state license and/or registration may also be required to obtain a local license. Proof of insurance (if the event is held on city property) and the payment of a fee is required for the following special events:

Carnivals and street fairs/exhibitions.

Circuses and rodeos.

Amusement rides and side shows/stands.

(b)

The license fee for the special events listed above shall be as follows:

Days     Fee 

1 to 3       $25.00

4 to 7       $50.00

8 and over       $100.00

(c)

When special events are held on right-of-way property owned by the city, a license will not be issued until the sponsoring organization or person(s) provides proof of insurance in the form of a certificate separately naming the city as an additional insured in an amount equal to the city's maximum policy limits for the period of time encompassed by the special event. The sponsor(s) shall also be required to sign a hold harmless agreement with the city.

(d)

The city may also require, as a condition of license issuance, the inspection of the special event location, including any buildings, tents, etc., and may also require the issuance of sanitation or health department approval where appropriate.

(Ord. No. 11950 § 1, 2-7-2011)