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INTRODUCE ORDINANCE TO ADD SECTION 7.14 "CARNIVALS" TO CHAPTER 7 OF THE CITY CODE By: Joyce Pruitt Hottinger, Administrative Services Manager Background: The City of Ramsey does not currently regulate carnivals. To date, the City only verifies the carnival has obtained authorization to operate on the land. In order to provide protection of the public's health, safety and welfare, a draft ordinance regulating carnivals was presented for review in the May 18, 1999 Council Work Session. The draft ordinance is based on examples from the cities of Maple Grove, Blaine, Andover and Anoka. Highlights of the proposed ordinance include: )} Allowance of exceptions to carnival licensing for fraternal, religious, veterans or educational organizations (schools) within Ramsey, for carnivals held at the organization's principal meeting place, or it's school to raise funds for the association. ~' Requirements for ride inspections in accordance with State Statute. An insurer must inspect an amusement ride at least once annually. )' Provision that if Council denies an application for the license; the amount paid shall be refunded less a $25.00 deduction to recover the costs of processing the application. > Insurance provisions: > Mirrors State Statute provision which allows amusement operators who have a rehab and ride maintenance program that includes daily ride inspections with full- time permanent maintenance staff, to only carry $50,000 in liability insurance. 3~ The proposed ordinance requires any carnival not subject to the above mentioned requirements to provide liability coverage in the amount of $500,000.00 )~ Requires carnival to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City from any claims, by signing an indemnification agreement. ~ Allows Council to establish conditions as is deemed appropriate to provide for cleaning the premises. A resolution recommending fees for carnival licensing will be presented to Council at the second/final reading of the ordinance. Staff Recommendation: City Staff recommends that Council introduce the Ordinance adding Section 7.14 "Carnivals" to Chapter 7 of the City Code.