7.a2 Staff Report-Waive Fireworks Permit Application Fee
Staff Report
Date of Meeting: December 18, 2018
To: City Council
From: Judi Negus, Office Assistant
Re: Request to Waive Fireworks Permit Application Fee
Background:
Corey Roberts, organizer of the Scanley Cup adult hockey tournament held during Vinterfest, has
also organized a fireworks display for the past four years. There is a $100 fee for a fireworks
permit application. Last year, and the year prior, the City Council approved the Parks and
Recreation Committee’s recommendation to waive the fee as a show of appreciation for Roberts’
efforts. Past City Attorney Pratt noted that the non-profit status of the organizer can be
considered as a basis for waiving the fee.
Issue:
Should the City Council approve waiving the fireworks permit application fee of $100 ?
Proposal Details:
Staff is recommending the fireworks permit application fee be waived.
Options:
1) Approve waiving the fee.
2) Do not approve waiving the fee.
3) Approve reducing the fee.
Recommendation:
Option 1