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Council discusses updated facility use policy; no action taken
Summary
City staff outlined an updated facility use policy to cover the council chambers, a front conference room and the parking lot, including a fee structure to recoup staff costs. Staff said Lake Borgne Park will not be opened to non‑city special events at this time because of insurance, staffing and the absence of a permitting ordinance.
City staff presented an updated facility use policy to the Newcastle City Council March 4 and asked for feedback; the council did not take action and staff will return a resolution after incorporating council direction.
The city clerk explained the proposed policy extends coverage to the council chambers, the front conference room and the parking lot, and includes a fee structure intended to recoup staff time and maintenance costs. The clerk said the policy clarifies allowable uses, responsibilities for…
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