Considerations for Special Events

Things to consider when planning an event:

• Pre- and post-activity meetings with the Special Events Coordinator
• Obtaining a noise variance permit, if amplified sound is to be used
• City business and sales tax licenses are required
• Barricades and cones for traffic control
• Activity vests or orange safety vests, staff ID, etc.
• Traffic control plan
• Parking near the event, and additional off-site parking and shuttle, if needed
• Petition affected businesses for support
• Security for activity and parking area
• Port-A-Potties – one per each 150 people over a 4-hour period during activity
• Electrical power (subject to inspection)
• First aid station
• Trash/waste/recycling disposal during and after the activity
• Green practices to minimize impacts of your event
• Contact San Juan Basin Health Department regarding food booths
• Press releases