Approval of a Special Permit to the Fiesta La Ballona Committee to Allow a Petting Zoo Pony Rides K 9 Dog Demonstration and S.T.A.R. Eco Station Animal Display in Veterans Park for Entertainment Purposes on August 23 24 2008 During the Fiesta La Ballona. City of Culver City California City Council Agenda Item Report Item Number: C 5 Meeting Date: _7/14/08_ AGENDA ITEM: Approval of a Special Permit to the Fiesta La Ballona Committee to Allow a Petting Zoo Pony Rides K 9 Dog Demonstration and S.T.A.R. Eco Station Animal Display in Veterans Park for Entertainment Purposes on August 23 24 2008 During the Fiesta La Ballona. Contact Person/Dept.: Pam Robinson Acting Recreation Manager Fiscal Impact: Yes No X General Fund: Yes No X Phone Number: (310) 253 6632 Attachments: X Action Item: Public Hearing: Public Notification: Master E Mail Notification List (07/09/08). Department Approval: Bill La Pointe (07/03/08) Chief Financial Officer Approval: Jeff Muir (by M. Noller) (07/08/08) City Attorney Approval: Carol Schwab (by H. Baker) (07/09/08) City Manager Approval: Jerry B. Fulwood (07/09/08) 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 and S.T.A.R. Eco Station Animal Display in Veterans Park for entertainment purposes on August 23 24 2008. 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 K 9 dogs have been featured at the Fiesta for many years and are enjoyed by people of all ages. S.T.A.R. Eco Station s Animal Display is a Fiesta attraction that has been added in recent years. The Animal Display also ap...
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