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ATTACHMENT 1 <br />Page 1 of 6 <br /> <br /> <br />Policy: City Support of Community Special Events <br /> <br /> <br />1. PURPOSE <br /> <br />Community Special Events and programs enhance residents' quality of life, promote civic <br />engagement, celebrate local culture, and further the City's core values. <br />This Policy applies to support requests submitted through the Special Event application <br />process. The Event Organizer (special event applicant) is typically responsible for fees <br />associated with a Community Special Event, which could include application and permit fees as <br />well as the actual cost of any required City service (Police, Fire, Public Works, etc.). In certain <br />cases, the City may provide resources in the form of in-kind services, including: facility access, <br />staff assistance, and/or marketing support. <br />This Policy establishes a transparent and equitable framework for the City's support of special <br />events, ensuring that Event Organizers have clarity on process and public resources are <br />directed toward events that provide meaningful community benefit and align with City goals. <br />This Policy does not supersede existing adopted City policies or agreements. <br />Community events and/or support approved by the City are not intended to create public forums <br />for general speech and/or public expression. <br />2. GUIDING PRINCIPLES <br />All City support decisions shall be guided by the following principles: <br />• Community Benefit: Events must provide a clear, direct benefit to Pleasanton residents. <br />• Equity & Access: Priority is given to events that are open and accessible to the broader <br />community, including underserved populations. <br />• Alignment with City Values and Goals: Events should reflect the City's commitment to <br />inclusion, cultural enrichment, and economic vitality. <br />• Fiscal Responsibility: Support resources are subject to budget and resource availability; <br />the City will not guarantee continuation of support year over year. <br />• Transparency: All support decisions are made through a consistent, documented <br />process. <br />3. DEFINITIONS <br />The following terms apply throughout this Policy: <br />CITY COUNCIL <br />Page 99 of 318