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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-09-08-J01G Street Closing_MacLean Block PartyCITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA CITY COUNCIL MEETING COMMUNICATION MEETING DATE: September 8, 2020 AGENDA ITEM:Consideration of approval of a resolution approving temporary closing of Hidden Meadow Drive from Indian Ridge Drive south and west to the terminus of the cul-de-sac on Saturday, September 26, 2020, between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. for the purpose of a neighborhood block party, pending any restrictions on large gatherings FORMAT:Consent Agenda SYNOPSIS INCLUDING PRO & CON: Ally MacLean requests the temporary street closure in order to host a block party. FISCAL IMPACT INCLUDING COST/BENEFIT ANALYSIS: COMMISSION/BOARD/COMMITTEE COMMENT: STAFF REVIEW AND COMMENT: All relevant departments approve of the application, pending any restrictions on large gatherings that have been temporarily enacted by the State of Iowa and may remain in effect on the date of the event. RECOMMENDATION: Approve the resolution. ATTACHMENTS: I. Proposed Resolution II.Block Party Permit Application PREPARED BY:Becky Schuett REVIEWED BY: PUBLIC NOTICE INFORMATION – NAME OF PUBLICATION: DATE OF PUBLICATION: AGENDA ITEM: J1G THE CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA RESOLUTION 2020- APPROVING THE TEMPORARY CLOSING OF HIDDEN MEADOW DRIVE FROM INDIAN RIDGE DRIVE SOUTH AND WEST TO THE TERMINUS OF THE CUL-DE- SAC ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2020, BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 12:00 P.M. AND 4:00 P.M. FOR THE PURPOSE OF A NEIGHBORHOOD BLOCK PARTY, PENDING ANY RESTRICTIONS ON LARGE GATHERINGS IN THE NAME AND BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA WHEREAS, the City of Waukee, Dallas County, State of Iowa, is a duly organized Municipal Organization; AND, WHEREAS, resident Ally MacLean requests the temporary closing of Hidden Meadow Drive from Indian Ridge Drive south and west to the terminus of the cul-de-sac on Saturday, September 26, 2020, between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. for the purpose of a neighborhood block party; AND, WHEREAS, pursuant to Code of Iowa §364.12(2)(a), public ways and grounds may be temporarily closed by resolution; AND, WHEREAS, in response to the COVID-19 virus, the State of Iowa has imposed certain temporary restrictions on public gatherings that may or may not be in effect as of the date of the event; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Waukee City Council in session this 8th day of September, 2020, that it hereby approves the temporary closing of Hidden Meadow Drive from Indian Ridge Drive south and west to the terminus of the cul-de-sac on Saturday, September 26, 2020, between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. for the purpose of a neighborhood block party, pending any restrictions on large gatherings. ____________________________ Courtney Clarke, Mayor Attest: ___________________________________ Rebecca D. Schuett, City Clerk RESULTS OF VOTE: AYE NAY ABSENT ABSTAIN Anna Bergman R. Charles Bottenberg Chris Crone Larry R. Lyon Ben Sinclair 9/2/2020 https://www.waukee.org/Admin/FormCenter/Submissions/Print/4406 https://www.waukee.org/Admin/FormCenter/Submissions/Print/4406 1/2 Print A block party is defined as an event open to a specific/defined neighborhood or area; where no admission fee is charged for attendance; where alcoholic beverages are not sold or where no entrance fee or admission is charged for service of alcoholic beverages; where a street closure, if necessary, shall not exceed six (6) hours; where the use of portable restroom facilities is not necessary. Any and all requests for temporary street closings require approval by the Waukee City Council. First Name*Last Name* Address* City*State*Zip* Email*Home Phone Business Phone Cell Phone Street(s) requested to be temporarily closed for block party, including termination points * (Example: Main Street between 1st Avenue and 3rd Avenue) Date(s) Requested for Block Party*Alternate Date(s) Requested Start Time of Block Party*End Time of Block Party* Block Party Permit Application - Submission #4406 Date Submitted: 8/31/2020 Ally MacLean 160 Hidden Meadow Drive Waukee IA 50263 ally.maclean@comchoicecu.org 515-334-8513 Hidden Meadows Drive at Indian Ridge Drive 9/26/2020 mm/dd/yyyy 12:00 PM 4:00 PM 9/2/2020 https://www.waukee.org/Admin/FormCenter/Submissions/Print/4406 https://www.waukee.org/Admin/FormCenter/Submissions/Print/4406 2/2 Yes No Will there be outdoor live or amplified music? * If “yes,” please be aware of noise equipment provisions in Waukee Municipal Code §228. Yes No Have all neighbors within the enclosed area and/or impacted by the temporary street closing been notified of the event?* CITY BARRICADE REQUIREMENTS A $250 refundable deposit is required for barricades. All block parties within the City of Waukee are required to use barricades provided by the City of Waukee. The Waukee Public Works Department will deliver barricades on the weekday prior to the block party at the address listed provided. Please return the barricades to the same address to be picked up the weekday following the block party. The barricade deposit shall be refunded at the sole discretion of the City of Waukee. Submit $250 cash or check made payable to City of Waukee to City Clerk, Waukee City Hall, 230 W. Hickman Road, Waukee, IA 50263. I Agree Signature* I have been advised of the requirements for a Block Party Permit and agree to meet all requirements established by the City of Waukee. Furthermore, I understand that if all requirements are not met, the Block Party Permit can be cancelled by the City of Waukee at any time, including at the start of or during the event. In the event that an organization is the applicant, I hereby certify that I have the legal authority to represent the applicant and/or the participants, and that I have read the above requirements, understand the provisions, and freely and voluntarily sign it. I further understand that the City Council of the City of Waukee has the authority to grant or deny permission for this event. I further voluntarily assume all risk of loss, damage, or injury that may be sustained by me or my guests while participating in, traveling from, or observing any of the events that are part of the block party, and I hereby release the City of Waukee and all its offices, elected officials, employees, and other agents from any and all liability associated with the block party. All picnic tables, inflatables, etc. must be placed on ONE side of the street within the approved temporary street closing area in the event that emergency vehicle access is needed.