Special Events Task Force

Purpose of the Task Force

  • Identify challenges and opportunities in the current events permitting processes 
  • Examine how we can reduce the amount of time it takes us to issue event permits 
  • Examine application complexity and identify opportunities for simplification 
  • Consider separate permitting streams for smaller and larger events 
  • Explore how to reduce barriers for music and arts related events 
  • Consider an event policy that spans both public and private property 

The Special Events AdvisoryTask Force consists of:

  • 14 community members
  • Representation from 4 City and Park Board staff

How the committee members are selected

The community members are selected to represent a range of industry interests and community voices based on the:

  • Complexity of events produced
  • Diversity of task members
  • Type of events produced

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