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A Public Hearing on the Temporary Street Closing Permit Application for the Saint Paul AME Church 5K
PURPOSE: The purpose of this item is to receive public input on the Street Closing Permit Application submitted by the Saint Paul AME Church for the temporary closing and usage of streets from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM on Saturday, March 7th, 2015 to accommodate the Saint Paul AME Church 5K.
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DEPARTMENT: Public Works
CONTACT INFORMATION: George Seiz, 919-918-7427
INFORMATION: This is the second year for this event. Proceeds will go to the Saint Paul AME Church located at 101 Merritt Mill Road in Chapel Hill, with ten percent of the proceeds being divided between Club Nova and Table. This event coincides with a church festival that includes children's activities geared towards fitness and healthy lifestyles. The festival is open to the public. The event coordinator, Anissa McLendon, has submitted a Street Closing Permit Application for the temporary closing and usage of the following streets on Saturday, March 7th, 2015 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM:
1. Old Fayetteville Road from McDougle School entrance to Hillsborough Rd
2. Hillsborough Rd from Old Fayetteville Rd to Lorraine St
3. Lorraine St from Hillsborough Rd to Carol St
4. Carol St from Lorraine St to Old Fayetteville Rd
5. Old Fayetteville Rd from Carol St to McDougle School entrance
Streets will remain open to traffic during the event. Drivers may experience intermittent interruptions due to runners crossing streets and traffic control by police, public works, and race organizers. Attached is a map of the event.
In accordance with Section 7-19 of the Town Code, a Public Hearing to receive public input prior to issuing a Street Closing Permit is required for this particular event.
Section 7-23 of the Town Code states that permits for road races may be issued only if such event will benefit a non-profit organization based in or providing services in Orange County. ...
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