city of Chula Vista

File #: 16-0068    Name:
Type: Action Item Status: Passed
In control: City Council
On agenda: 2/16/2016 Final action: 2/16/2016
Title: CONSIDERATION OF APPROVING LAKEFEST AS A CITY-SPONSORED EVENT RESOLUTION NO. 2016-025 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING "LAKEFEST" TO BE HELD ON MAY 14, 2016 AS A CITY-SPONSORED EVENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015/2016 AND ALLOCATING $10,000 IN SPECIAL EVENT SPONSORSHIP FUNDING TO THE EVENT
Attachments: 1. Item 7 - Resolution
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CONSIDERATION OF APPROVING LAKEFEST AS A CITY-SPONSORED EVENT

RESOLUTION NO. 2016-025 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING "LAKEFEST" TO BE HELD ON MAY 14, 2016 AS A CITY-SPONSORED EVENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015/2016 AND ALLOCATING $10,000 IN SPECIAL EVENT SPONSORSHIP FUNDING TO THE EVENT

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RECOMMENDED ACTION
Recommended Action
Council adopt the resolution.

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SUMMARY
The City of Chula Vista is committed to holding community events that promote the City and attract residents and visitors. The Office of Communications and Recreation Department staff are collaborating with local organizations, businesses and volunteers to hold the LakeFest Music Festival as part of the Chula Vista Community Fun Run on May 14, 2016.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW

Environmental Notice
Environmental Notice
The Project qualifies for a Class 23 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15323 (Normal Operations of Facilities for Public Gatherings) of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines.

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Environmental Determination
The Director of Development Services has reviewed the proposed project for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the project qualifies for a Class 23 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15323 (Normal Operations of Facilities for Public Gatherings) of the State CEQA Guidelines because it is a temporary event that would not have any permanent effects on the environment. Thus, no further environmental review is required.

BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
Not Applicable

DISCUSSION

The LakeFest Music Festival will celebrate healthy activities, fun and music at the Olympic Training Center. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 14 and will extend the Chula Vista Community Fun Run with music and entertainment. Per the Special Events Sponsorship Policy, Councilmember John McCann has agreed to serve as the designated "leader" for the LakeFest ...

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