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Apache Junction staff propose streamlined special-event rules, align vendor rules with state law
Summary
City staff proposed a repeal-and-replace of the Special Event Ordinance to consolidate event types, clarify safety and cleanup responsibilities, align mobile food vendor rules with state law, and maintain or reduce fees. Council asked clarifying questions; staff will return with draft code changes and a public hearing date.
City staff on Nov. 4 presented a proposed repeal-and-replace of the City of Apache Junction's Special Event Ordinance intended to simplify permitting and better address safety, security and cleanup for events.
Riley King, management analyst for Parks and Recreation, told the council the current code lives under the City Clerk's business-licensing provisions and does not cover many event elements. The draft consolidates civic and community events into a single "special event" classification, clarifies permit and exemption language, strengthens consequences for unpermitted events and aligns mobile and temporary food vendor…
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