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A Request to Issue Permits for the Annual Four on the Fourth Road Race, Carrboro 10K Road Race, and the Gallop and Gorge 8K Road Race
PURPOSE: The purpose of this item is to consider Street Closing Permit Applications submitted by Cardinal Track Club for the following three annual road races: Four on the Fourth Road Race, Carrboro 10 K Road Race, and the Gallop and Gorge 8 K Road Race.
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DEPARTMENT: Public Works
CONTACT INFORMATION: George Seiz, 918-7427
INFORMATION: In an effort to be more efficient, Cardinal Track Club has submitted three Street Closing Permit Applications at one time for the temporary closing and usage of the following races (see attached maps for race routes):
Four on the Fourth Road Race: Friday, July 4, 2014 from 7:45 AM to 10:00AM:
Carrboro 10K Road Race: Saturday, October 4, 2014 from 7:45 AM to 10:00 AM:
Gallop and Gorge 8K Road Race: Thursday, November 27, 2014 from 7:45 AM to 10:00 AM:
The Four on the Fourth and Carrboro 10K follow the same routes as the 2013 races. The Gallop and Gorge 8k has a modified route in order to move the start/finish line to Weaver St. See the attached maps for route details of each race.
This is the 10th year the Cardinal Track Club has put on these races. Pursuant to Section 7-19 of the Town Code, a Public Hearing to receive public input prior to issuing a Street Closing Permit is not required for these particular events.
Proceeds for the three races benefit the Cardinal Track Club's Community Partners, all of which are non-profit organizations are based in Orange County, as required by Section 7-23 of the Town Code. In 2013 the three races generated $45,000 that was distributed to Club's Community Partners.
FISCAL & STAFF IMPACT: Applicant will be responsible for all costs incurred by Police and Public Works to facilitate the events. Applicant will be sent an itemized bill for the final costs incurred by Police and Public Works per event. The applicant has paid the application fees.
RECOMMENDATION:r It is recommended that the Board approve the attached resolution with the following stipulations:
1. Applicant shall post signs at roadway intersections along race courses, 5-7 days before the event, to notify the public about the running race.
2. Applicant will be responsible for all costs incurred by Police and Public Works to facilitate these events. Applicant will be sent an itemized bill for the final costs incurred by Police and Public Works.