Title
Resolution to Approve Street Closures for the 2025 MUSIC Matters SpringFest from 6:00 A.M. on Friday, April 11, 2025 until 10:00 P.M.
Memorandum
The attached resolution is requesting approval to close streets for the MUSIC Matters SpringFest event from 6:00 A.M. until 10:00 P.M. on Friday, April 11, 2025. The event will start at 10:00 A.M. and end at 7:00 P.M. with the additional time to be used for set-up and break-down of the event. The streets will open as soon as safely possible after the event.
The following streets are requested for closure:
* State Street from William to Liberty
* North University from State Street to Thayer
The sponsor, the University of Michigan-MUSIC Matters organization, is presenting a day of festivities including concerts throughout the afternoon. The festivities will showcase the best of the University of Michigan and will feature an assortment of student groups from the innovation, arts, sustainability, music and social justice communities on campus. The day will include performances from local artists, a product launch zone, interactive and engaging exhibits from student groups and food from local trucks. This is an annual event and has the support of the State Street District.
Notification of the street closure will be through the City's website and GovDelivery, press releases and resources through the University of Michigan at least one week prior to the event.
The sponsor agrees to obtain all necessary permits, to provide evidence of proper liability insurance as required, to comply with all City and state regulations governing the use of the streets and will reimburse the City for all event expenses.
Staff
Prepared by: Debra Williams, Office Manager
Reviewed by: Derek Delacourt, Community Services Area Administrator
Approved by: Milton Dohoney Jr., City Administrator
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Whereas, The City has received a request from the University of Michigan-MUSIC Matters organization to hold the SpringFest;
Whereas, It wi...
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