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Approval of an agreement between Sedgwick County and Tanganyika Wildlife Park, LLC for the closure of certain County roadways for the purpose of hosting the Meritrust Tiger Trot at Tanganyika on Sunday, September 7, 2014.
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Recommended Action: Approve the agreement and authorize the chairman to sign.
This is the fifth year for this event. Due to the growth in the number of participants for this event, for safety reasons, the County will grant the Promoter the authority to close the normal vehicle traffic, the roadway controlled and maintained by the County as indicated on the map attached to the agreement and shown as Exhibit A.
Tanganyika Wildlife Park, LLC has agreed to coordinate with and follow directions of the Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office with regard to all traffic control and public safety issues in and around the area of the Event. In addition, the Promoter agrees to coordinate with the City of Goddard in regard to traffic control and public safety issues with the Event. Promoter agrees to notify area residents of the road closure well in advance of the Event using all reasonable means.
Financial Considerations: There are no special expenses or costs.
Legal Considerations: K.S.A. 19-212 vests the Board of County Commissioners with broad powers in conducting the business of the county. The county’s general police powers allow protection of the public health, safety, and general welfare of the public. Terms and conditions in this agreement are similar to prior agreements. A certificate of insurance, approved by the Office of the County Counselor, is required and will be provided pursuant to section 4 of the agreement.
Policy Considerations: N/A