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Subject: Communication from Reefpoint Marina requesting permission to close the Christopher Columbus Causeway for the Racine Boat Show from August 3, 2009 through August 9, 2009. (Res.09-1215)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-27-09: That Reefpoint Marina be granted permission to close the Christopher Columbus Causeway, from Lake Avenue east to the water's edge, from 8:00 a.m. on August 3, 2009 to 10:00 p.m. on August 9, 2009, for the Racine Boat & RV Show.
Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event.