Title
Resolution to Approve Street Closure of North University Street between Thayer and Fletcher Streets for SpringFest on Wednesday, April 13, 2016
Memorandum
The attached resolution is requesting approval to close North University Street between Thayer and Fletcher Streets for the SpringFest event from 1:00 A.M. until Midnight. The event will start at 10:00 A.M. and end at 6:00 P.M. with the additional time to be used for set-up and break-down of the event. The street will open as soon as safely possible after the event.
The sponsor, the University of Michigan-MUSIC Matters organization, is presenting a day of festivities to be capped off with a MUSIC Matters concert. This will be the third year for this event. 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.
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, Management Assistant
Reviewed by: Derek Delacourt, Community Services Area Administrator
Body
Whereas, The City has received a request from the University of Michigan-MUSIC Matters organization to hold the SpringFest;
Whereas, It will be necessary to close North University Street between Thayer and Fletcher Streets from 1:00 A.M. until Midnight on Wednesday, April 13, 2016;
Whereas, The sponsor agrees to obtain ...
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