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Council allows nonprofit fundraising for Utica Park shade structures; fee waivers approved for events
Summary
The council adopted a resolution authorizing Creative Expressions (a 501(c)(3)) to fundraise for shade structures at Utica Park and agreed to waive city fees for approved fundraising events; staff said structures cost roughly $3,000–$25,000 depending on scope and materials.
The Angels Camp City Council on Oct. 7 approved a resolution authorizing the nonprofit Creative Expressions to fundraise for shade structures at Utica Park and to receive city fee waivers for approved park fundraising events.
City staff presented the item and said the nonprofit has requested the city waive fees when it holds fundraising events at Utica Park; council approved the waiver resolution and asked staff to coordinate event permits and conditions. Amy Augustine summarized the staff recommendation and noted possible need to supplement raised funds with grant dollars.
Cost and design considerations: presenters and council members discussed costs and wind and warranty considerations. “It costs between, 3,000 and $25,000 without being installed,” Amy said during the presentation, describing the range of commonly available shade structures. Council members asked that proposed structures be matched to budget and wind/tension requirements; staff said planning committee review and city approvals would follow before installation.
Maintenance and donor expectations: council discussed long-term maintenance and replacement costs for fabric warranties (presenters said fabric warranties commonly range from three to 10 years while structural elements last longer). Staff said raised funds would be held and used for the specific purpose designated by donors, and that donors would be informed if designs had to be adjusted to meet site, budget or safety constraints.
Action: Council adopted the resolution authorizing Creative Expressions to fundraise and waiving applicable city fees for permitted fundraising activities at Utica Park; staff to review quotes, coordinate with the planning committee on siting, and return with more detailed designs if requested by council.
