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Council approves second-level VIP deck for Palm Tree Festival tent
Summary
Council approved amendments to the festival agreement to allow a second-level VIP deck inside the tent, which staff and applicants said could raise daily attendance by roughly 700–1,000; applicants agreed to additional security, restrooms and sound monitoring.
Festival organizers sought an amendment to a five-year agreement to permit a second-level VIP deck inside the existing festival tent. Applicants and staff explained the change adds roughly six feet of internal height but does not expand the tent footprint; they estimated daily attendance could increase by about 700–1,000 people and said they would add security, portable restrooms and sound monitoring.
Council members praised the festival’s organization and acknowledged neighborhood concerns about noise and traffic; staff and organizers said they will continue mitigation efforts, provide clearer signage about road closures and pedestrian circulation, and coordinate with RAFTA and the police department. The resolution approving the amendment passed unanimously on roll-call.
