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Committee recommends 11 rides, $46,000 minimum for Brentwood Days carnival
Summary
Committee members recommended moving forward with a carnival package of about 11 rides at a $46,000 minimum guarantee and will proceed under the existing budgeted allocation.
The Brentwood Public Works Committee on March 13 recommended proceeding with a carnival package of about 11 rides for Brentwood Days, with the vendor’s minimum guarantee estimated at $46,000.
Staff said the proposed package balances crowd size and cost: the carnival company estimated a range of $42,000–$54,000 depending on whether 10–13 rides are provided. Committee members recalled that the city’s budget typically includes $45,000 for rides; last year the city paid roughly $8,700 net after revenue collection. Staff recommended 11 rides as a reasonable middle ground and asked the committee to proceed under the existing budget allocation.
Committee members discussed wristband and ticket models used by neighboring events and emphasized a mix of children’s, family and thrill rides. The committee did not take a formal roll-call vote on the recommendation; members indicated consensus that staff should proceed with the 11-ride, $46,000 minimum proposal and finalize details with the vendor.
Staff said the event will continue to include other activities in addition to rides, and communications to residents about wait times and value would be part of outreach to increase wristband sales and reduce the city’s net subsidy.
Next steps: staff will finalize the carnival contract under the existing budget and coordinate pricing and promotional details with the carnival operator.
