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Resolution to Approve the Closing of State Street from William to Liberty Streets and North University between State and Fletcher Streets for the Watch the Game on State Street Event from 9:00 AM on Saturday, October 21, 2017 until 1:00 AM on Sunday, October 22, 2017
Memorandum
Attached for your consideration is a request from the State Street District to close State Street from William to Liberty Streets and North University between State and Fletcher Streets on Saturday, October 21, 2017 from 9:00 AM until 1:00 AM on Sunday, October 22, 2017 for the Watch the Game on State Street event. The time of the University vs. Penn State game will not be confirmed until eight days prior to the scheduled date, so the applicant has left the times wide open to be able to adjust as the game time is confirmed.
The State Street Area Association is excited to bring entertainment, including live music to downtown Ann Arbor. This event will be particularly exciting as it will allow all participants to watch the University of Michigan vs. Penn State game on portable big screens at either end of State Street. There will be a beer garden and DJ included in this event.
The sponsor will submit an application for approval from the State of Michigan Liquor Control Commission for temporary sales, service and consumption of alcoholic beverages in the defined areas, pursuant to the MLCC regulations.
The sponsor agrees to obtain all necessary permits, to provide evidence of proper liability insurance as required, to comply with all City regulations governing the use of the street, and will reimburse the City for all event expenses. Notification of the street closings will be provided through the City’s website, GovDelivery and the sponsor’s website and social media. Neighboring businesses will be informed of this event via the District.
Staff
Prepared by: Debra Williams, Office Manager
Reviewed by: Derek Delacourt, Community Services Area Administrator
Approved by: Howard S. Lazarus, City Administrator
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Whereas, The City has received a request from the State Street District to close State Street between William and Liberty Streets and North University between State and Fletcher Streets on Saturday, October 21, 2017 from 9:00 AM until 1:00 AM on Sunday, October 22, 2017 for the Watch the Game Event on State Street event;
Whereas, The street closure will be signed, barricaded and properly supervised;
Whereas, The sponsor requires the approval of the Michigan Liquor Control Commission for a special outdoor liquor license;
Whereas, The sponsor agrees to obtain all necessary permits, to provide evidence of proper liability insurance as required, and to comply with all City regulations governing the use of the streets;
Whereas, The sponsor has agreed to pay the cost of City services associated with the staging of this event; and
Whereas, Notification of the street closings will be provided through the City’s website, GovDelivery and the sponsor’s website and social media;
RESOLVED, That a special liquor license for the event be approved, contingent upon the approval from the Michigan Liquor Control Commission;
RESOLVED, That the sponsor will pay the cost of City services associated with the staging of this event; and
RESOLVED, That City Council approve the closing of State Street between Liberty and William Streets and North University between State and Fletcher Streets on Saturday, October 21, 2017 from 9:00 AM until 1:00 AM on Sunday, October 22, 2017 for the Watch the Game Event on State Street event.