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Commission approves Lilly Water Bash permit amid questions about sound limits and park construction
Summary
Commission granted a special‑event permit for the Lilly Water Bash July 26 at Booker Park after staff said the application met timing requirements and that sound limits would be monitored; park construction and staging logistics were discussed to ensure the event can proceed safely.
The commission approved a special‑event permit for the Lilly Water Bash scheduled July 26 at Booker Park after staff confirmed the event application met the city's timing window and that event logistics would work around ongoing park construction.
A member of the public raised concerns about sound levels and whether amplified sound would exceed 80 decibels at the event perimeter; staff replied that they had discussed sound restraints with public‑safety staff and would monitor levels and mitigate as appropriate. Parks and public‑works staff said construction is underway — new playground equipment is arriving and a 40‑foot container will be used during installation — and that staff will coordinate placement and security for the event. The commission approved the permit by roll call after a brief public comment period and questions about insurance documentation for special events prompted staff to confirm that certificates of insurance (COIs) are required per the special‑events policy and must be provided prior to the event.
