HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions 2011-045 N.C.S. 03/21/2011Resolution No. 2011 -045 N.C.S.
of the City of Petaluma, California
DENYING APPEAL OF ORGANS `R' US REQUESTING WAIVER OF
SPECIAL EVENTS PERMIT REQUIREMENT FOR ATHLETIC EVENT
PURSUANT TO PETALUMA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 13.32.
WHEREAS, Organs `R' Us, a 501 (c)(3) organization, has contacted the Petaluma
Police Department regarding a walking and running relay race Organs `R' Us intends to
sponsor, called The Relay, which would include two race segments that take place within the
City of Petaluma on May 1, 2001; and,
WHEREAS, during a similar event sponsored by Organs `R' Us in 2010, a runner
proceeding westbound in the travel lane on `D' Street at 10:17 p.m. was hit and injured by a
motor vehicle, resulting in significant injuries; and,
WHEREAS, during the 2010 event, a second collision occurred on Manor Road, near
Adobe Lane, involving a support vehicle; and,
WHEREAS, Organs `R' Us has provided a list of 223 teams which have entered the
2011 event, each team is required to have two support vehicles, and additional race officials and
race vehicles will also participate; and,
WHEREAS, following the 2010 event, Petaluma Police personnel consulted with the
California Highway Patrol, and were informed by the Highway Patrol that multiple complaints
were received regarding participants in The Relay and support vehicles impeding traffic along
the race route; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Petaluma Police Department has informed Organs `R' Us that
Special Event Permit is required before any race segments may proceed in the City, pursuant to
Petaluma Municipal Code Chapter 13.32, including but not limited to Sections 13.32.030.13; and,
WHEREAS, Organs `R' Us has presented a Notice of Appeal to the City Council
requesting a waiver of the requirement for a Special Event Permit; and,
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WHEREAS, the City of Petaluma Police Department recommend that a Special Event
Permit be required, in order for Police personnel to review and require adequate safety and
logistical measures and to ensure that the event will not impede or obstruct pedestrians and
motorists in the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL HEREBY
denies the appeal of Organs `R' Us and confirms that a Special Events Permit is required for the
athletic event known as The Relay prior to any use of City streets or facilities for The Relay.
BE IT FARTHER RESOLVED that the Petaluma Police Department shall determine
whether or not the Special Event Permit shall be approved, and if approved, shall require any
permit to contain sufficient conditions and measures to comply with the standards set forth in
Petaluma Municipal Code Chapter 13.32.
Under the power and authority conferred upon this Council by the Charter of said City
REFERENCE: I hereby certify the foregoing Resolution was introduced and adopted by the Approved as to
Council of the City of Petaluma at a Regular meeting on the 21" day of March, form:
2011, by the following vote:
Assistant City Attorney
AYES: Albertson, Barrett, Mayor Glass, Harris, Kearney, Renee
NOES: None
ABSENT: Vice Mayor Healy
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST:
City Clerk Mayor
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