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Parks Board approves two alcohol special‑event applications for Hunter Park and RAC matches
Summary
The board approved two separate special‑event alcohol permits: a four‑date concert series at Hunter Park by Change the Narrative and a series of ticketed, fenced beer gardens at the Regional Athletic Complex for Ole Soccer Foundation/USL matches.
The Lacey Parks Board approved two special‑event applications that include on‑site alcohol sales.
Board members voted to approve applications from Change the Narrative for a summer concert series at Hunter Park and from the Ole Soccer Foundation (linked to USL matches) to host ticketed, fenced beer‑garden areas at the Regional Athletic Complex for several scheduled matches between May and July.
Staff said both applications had already been routed through and approved by city departments; the Parks Board action was the final step on the city side. For the soccer matches, staff described plans for an enclosed beer garden near Soccer Field No. 1, a 10‑by‑20 tent with one side open to the field and perimeter fencing. Staff said the organizer had security contracted and would card attendees. "He's got all his ducks in a row," a staff presenter said, describing security and operational plans.
Board members moved to approve both applications together; the motion was seconded and carried by voice vote with commissioners saying "Aye."
Staff noted the Change the Narrative group had received approvals in 2024 but did not hold any events after a partner dropped out; they re‑applied with new leadership for 2025 dates. The Ole Soccer Foundation applications covered multiple match dates and included plans for ticketing, fencing and staff‑contracted security.
