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Council Approves Waiver for El Grito Event at Downey Theatre, Directs Ticket Allocation for Residents
Summary
Council members approved waiving $12,000 in theatre rental fees for a Mexican Independence Day celebration, amending the staff recommendation to require at least 350 tickets (about half the house) be allocated to Downey residents; council asked staff to confirm allocations and logistical details.
The City Council voted to approve an amended staff recommendation to waive up to $12,000 in theatre rental and labor fees for an El Grito Mexican Independence Day event at the Downey Theatre on Sept. 14, while reserving a majority of seats for city residents.
Director Chacon Decomain gave an…
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