2015 2:00:00 PM

Monday, May 11, 2015 2:00 PM
Council Chambers, Legislative Bldg, 745 4th St., Sparks

Public Hearing and Action Items Unrelated to Planning and Zoning: 10.2

Title: SECOND READING, Public Hearing, discussion and possible action on Bill No. 2692. An ordinance amending Title 9 Section 9.42.010 of the Sparks Municipal Code to lengthen the times for the allowance of amplified sound during permitted special events on public property in the downtown area only.

Petitioner/Presenter: Tracy Domingues, Parks and Recreation Director/Francine Burge, Special Events Supervisor

Recommendation: Second Reading

Financial Impact: N/A

Business Impact (Per NRS 237):
A Business Impact Statement is not required because this is not a rule.

Agenda Item Brief:

This request is the second reading for a Code Amendment to Title 9 Section 9.42.010 of the Sparks Municipal Code to lengthen the times for the allowance of amplified sound during permitted special events on public property in the downtown area only.

Background:

Currently Sparks Municipal Code 9.42.010 limits amplified sound to 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and not on Sundays or legal holidays. Many producers hold concerts as part of their events which are occasionally held on Sundays, holidays and past 9 p.m.

Analysis:

This code amendment adds to Title 9 Section 9.42.010 would bring make our downtown events compliant with code. It was important to not extend amplified sound to other event venues and parks, since they are situated in residential areas. City staff will continue to require all event producers to give impact notifications to local businesses and residents that would be affected by the sound of their permitted events. These impact notifications include the times of concerts as well as road closures, attendance figures and other pertinent information.

Alternatives:

1) The City Council may approve the bill as submitted

2) The City Council may choose to reject the amendment to the ordinance and provide direction to the City Manager.

Recommended Motion:

I move to adopt Bill No. 2692 as submitted.

Attached Files:

Sound Permit Hours.pdf

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