AGENDA CAPTION:
Title
Receive an update from staff and hold discussion on Sights and Sounds holiday lights funding request in the Plaza Park and downtown square, and provide direction to Staff.
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Meeting date: November 4, 2020
Department: Destination Services - Rebecca Ybarra Ramirez
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: 80,000
Account Number: 100-01-280-00-54225
Funds Available: 80,000
Account Name: Sights
Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: Annual support approved by City Council during annual budget process. FY 2016-2020 $80,000 total; 2015 $85,900; 2014 and prior $35,900 each year w/ SMEU staff installed lights (set-up and tear down); Prior to 2011 funds were allocated through the Parks and Recreation Department.
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Background Information:
Sights and Sounds of Christmas traditionally attracts more than 50,000 visitors from the surrounding communities and beyond. The family targeted event began as a COSM organized event with carolers of local school children and vendors on the lawn of the Hays County Courthouse. Due to its popularity and growth, a group of volunteers created a board of directors supported by city staff from various city departments.
Funds have been allocated and approved by City Council through the budget process for FY 2016-2020: $80,000 total; 2015 $85,900; 2014 and prior $35,900 eac...
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