AGENDA INFORMATION SHEET
AGENDA DATE: February 21, 2017
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
ACM: John Cabrales, Jr.
SUBJECT
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Consider a request for an exception to Section 17-20 (d) of the Noise Ordinance for the purpose of hosting the Denton Tacofest sponsored by Lucky Lou’s, a local bar and grill. Live music will be played in the parking lot behind Lucky Lou’s and Riprocks Bar and Grill, located at 1207 and 1211 W. Hickory St., on Saturday, April 1, 2017, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. An exception is specifically requested to increase sound levels from 70 to 75 decibels.
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BACKGROUND
This first-time event will enable local businesses to engage with the community, self-promote, and help raise money for the Denton Animal Shelter. There will be live amplified music played on stage in front of an estimated crowd of 200 people along with numerous local vendors.
Several previous events have been hosted at this location.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval.
STRATEGIC PLAN RELATIONSHIP
The City of Denton’s Strategic Plan is an action-oriented road map that will help the City achieve its vision. The foundation for the plan is the five long-term Key Focus Areas (KFA): Organizational Excellence; Public Infrastructure; Economic Development; Safe, Livable, and Family-Friendly Community; and Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship. While individual items may support multiple KFAs, this specific City Council agenda item contributes most directly to the following KFA and goal:
Related Key Focus Area: Safe, Livable & Family-Friendly Community
Related Goal: Provide and support outstanding leisure, cultural, and educational opportunities
EXHIBIT
Letter of Request
Respectfully submitted:
Emerson Vorel
Director of Parks and Recreation
Prepared by:
Janie McLeod
Community Events Coordinator