Explanation
Background:
Authorize the Director to enter into a License Agreement with the The Greater Columbus Area Soap Box Derby, Inc in conjunction with its activities at the Derby Hill located in Big Run Park, 4201 Clime Road, Columbus, Ohio. The Agreement will be for a term of one (1) year with the option of a one (1) year renewal, if both parties are in agreement for renewal. The cost for the use of Derby Hill will be paid by obtaining the necessary permits
To continue to allow the Greater Columbus Area Soap Box Derby, Inc to utilize the Derby Hill to conduct races and associated activities.
The general public is involved with being part of the races as well as watching the entertainment. Additionally, The Greater Columbus Area Soap Box Derby, Inc maintains the site and continual compiles trash and debris from the site and the surrounding area. The community within Big Run Park welcomes The Greater Columbus Area Soap Box Derby, Inc activities.
This ordinance is being submitted as an emergency as current lease has expired.
Fiscal Impact:
None
Title
To authorize and direct the Director of Recreation and Parks to renew a lease agreement with the Greater Columbus Area Soap box derby to utilize the hill in Big Run Park Property, and to declare an emergency.
Body
WHEREAS, the Greater Columbus Area Soap Box Derby wishes to renew its lease for the use of the Big Run Park Property Facility; and
WHEREAS, an emergency exists in the usual daily operation of the Recreation and Parks Department in that it is immediately necessary to renew the lease as the current lease has expired; now, therefore
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
SECTION 1. That the Director of Recreation and Parks be and he is hereby authorized and directed to renew the lease with the Greater Columbus Area Soap Box Derby for use of the Big Run Park Property Facility for standard permitting fees as applicable.
SECTION 2. That ...
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