City of Margate - File #: ID 2020-185

• File #: ID 2020-185
• Version: 1
• Type: Discussion and Possible Action
• Status: Agenda Ready
• File created: 5/15/2020
• In control: Regular City Commission Meeting
• On agenda: 5/20/2020
• Title: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION - JULY 4TH EVENT

TO:                     Mayor and City Commission

FROM:                     Cale Curtis, City Manager

DATE:                     May 20, 2020

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DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION - JULY 4^TH EVENT

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BACKGROUND:                     The City of Margate’s 4^th of July events typically include a parade in the morning, followed by a BBQ at City Hall, a pool party at Calypso Cove, food trucks, music, dancing, and a spectacular fireworks show to close out the night. The day long events attract around 15,000 people.

Due to COVID-19 we will not be able to carry out the typical Margate 4^th of July. Many of the Broward cities that have 4^th of July events have canceled their activities with only a few making modifications to their events such as having fireworks with no attendees (live streaming). I’ve attached a survey of cities and their 4^th of July plans for this year.

RECOMMENDATION:                     Cancel City of Margate Events for 4^th of July

FISCAL IMPACT:                     Approximately $70,000 combined cost including the CRA sponsorship

CONTACT PERSON:                     Cale Curtis, City Manager