G.6 - Special Events Ordinance PresentationSpecial Events
•Revision of Grand Terrace Municipal Code (GTMC)
Chapter 8.50
•Chapter 8.50 which was adopted in 1997.
•The structure of the ordinance addresses Aerial
Displays, Street Events and Special Events.
•The Special Events section treats all types of events in
a similar nature. Although there is a vasts difference
in impacts and concerns
Clearly Defines Events
One time or recurring events
•Anticipated attendance exceeds the occupancy limits
•The Special Event has public health and safety impacts
•Underlying approved or conditionally approved use for
a property does not include the use
Needs for permit scales to scope of event
Addresses First Amendment Issues
Addresses Food Concessions
•Nonprofit or educational events;
•Where food is an integral part of
the event, such as food fairs,
farmers’ markets, a fairs or
carnivals, or other similar events;
•The location of the Special Event
provides an area for the sale of
food, beverages, and/or
merchandise, such as a
concession stand, snack bar, food
court, or other similar areas;
•When sale of food and/or
beverages is otherwise permitted
pursuant to applicable law.
Provides Clear Application Proceedures
Cleary calls out procedures for applications
Requirements are comprehensive yet scalable to the event
Address Free Speech Issues
Includes Conditions for use
Provides for enforcement
Recommendations
Recommended that the City
Council rescind the existing
Grand Terrace Municipal Code
(GTMC) 8.50 Special Events and
adopt the revised code to the
Grand Terrace Municipal Code
(GTMC) 8.50