Approval of a Special Permit to the Fiesta La Ballona Committee to Allow a Petting Zoo Pony Rides K 9 Dog Demonstration Police Horse and S.T.A.R. Eco Station Animal Display in Veteran s Park for Entertainment Purposes on August 25 26 2007 During the Fiesta La Ballona. City of Culver City California City Council Agenda Item Report Meeting Date: 06/11/07 AGENDA ITEM: Approval of a Special Permit to the Fiesta La Ballona Committee to Allow a Petting Zoo Pony Rides K 9 Dog Demonstration Police Horse and S.T.A.R. Eco Station Animal Display in Veteran s Park for Entertainment Purposes on August 25 26 2007 During the Fiesta La Ballona. Contact Person/Dept.: Marty Nicholson Phone Number: (310) 253 6662 Item Number: A 2 Fiscal Impact: Yes No X General Fund: Yes No X Action Item: X Public Hearing: Public Notification: Parks and Recreation Commission 6/7/07; Culver City Homeowner's Association 6/7/07; Veteran's Park Homeowner's Association 6/7/07; American Youth Soccer Organization 6/8/07; Adult Softball Leagues 6/8/07 and Master Notification List 6/9/07 Department Approval: William La Pointe (5/21/07) City Controller Approval: Marlee Chang (6/6/07) City Attorney Approval: Carol Schwab (by H. Iker) (06/01/07) City Manager Approval: Jerry B. Fulwood (06/06/07) Attachments: X RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the City Council approve a special permit to the Fiesta La Ballona Committee to allow a petting zoo pony rides K 9 dog demonstration police horse and S.T.A.R. Eco Station Animal Display in Veteran s Park for entertainment purposes on August 25 26 2007. BACKGROUND: The Fiesta La Ballona (Fiesta) began in 1951 as a week long festival in honor of the City s heritage. The Fiesta is a celebration with events that evoke pride and remind residents of Culver City s impressive past while enhancing a sense of community. Two of the most popular attractions for young children are the petting zoo and pony rides. In addition performances by the Culver City Police dogs and horse are enjoye...
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