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City of Key West
Special Event Permit Application
For
assistance in filling out this application, please contact the City at (305) 809-3881 or via email at : event_request@cityofkeywest-fl.com
Event Name: ______________________________________________________________________________
Location: _________________________________________________________________________________
Date(s): ______________________________ Hours of Operation: _____________________________
Break Down Date: _____________________ Number of Expected Attendees: __________________
Is the Event open to the Public? Yes No
Description: Provide a narrative description of the full scope of your event with as much detail as possible in the box
below. If this event has multiple sub events, specify date and time range of each.
EVENT ORGANIZER INFORMATION
Company or Organization Name _______________________________________________________________
Name ______________________________________________ Phone number __________________________
Mailing Address _____________________________________________________________________________
City ______________ State _____ Zip __________ Email ___________________________________________
Tax ID / EIN# ______________________________
SECONDARY CONTACT INFORMATION
Name ______________________________________________ Phone number _________________________
Company or Organization Name ______________________________________________________________
Email _________________________________________
SPECIAL APPROVAL REQUIREMENTS (IF APPLICABLE)
Noise Exemption Required: Yes Complete Supplement A No
Non-Profit Applicant or Benefit: Yes Complete Supplement B No
Alcoholic Beverages Sold/Served at Event: Yes Needs City Commission Approval No
Applicant(s) wishing to sell/consume alcoholic beverages on City property must have approval by the City Commission through
Resolution and must hire an extra-duty police officer(s) for crowd control and safety as determined by the Key West Police
Department or City Manager’s Office. Applicant must have a liquor license and provide liquor liability insurance.
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1. Application Form: All Applicant(s) must fill out the City of Key West (City) application form
provided to you by the Office of the City Manager. All applications are subject to approval at the
discretion of the City Manager and/or City Commission and must in the Office of the City
Manager 60 days prior to the event.
Applicant Printed Name:________________________ Signature:________________________
2. Liability Insurance: Applicant(s) will be required to maintain the following types and amounts
of insurance during the Special Event. All insurance coverages must be provided by insurance
companies authorized to transact business within the State of Florida and must maintain an
A.M. Best rating of A- or better.
Commercial General Liability with minimum limits of $1,000,000
Business Automobile Liability with minimum limits of $1,000,000
Statutory Workers’ Compensation Coverage
Employers Liability with minimum limits:
- $1,000,000 injury by accident
- $1,000,000 injury by disease
- $1,000,000 Policy Limits Each Employee
If alcohol beverages will be sold at the event or if the event’s attendees will be required to pay
an admittance fee and alcoholic beverages will be served, the permittee will be required to
maintain Full Liquor Liability coverage with minimum limits to $1,000,000. Host Liquor Liability
coverage will not be acceptable. If the permittee will use the services of a caterer and the
caterer will be providing and servicing the alcoholic beverages, the City will honor evidence
from the caterer that this requirement is being met.
The City of Key West shall be named as an “Additional Insured” on the permittees commercial
general liability policy.
Applicant Printed Name:________________________ Signature:________________________
3. Indemnification: The applicant shall indemnify and hold the City to harmless from all losses,
claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses which maybe incurred by the City or which may be
claimed against the City by any person, firm to the person or property f any person, firm,
corporation, or entity which are consequent or arise from the activities of the permit holder
activities or which damages/injuries are consequent or arise from permit holders failure to
comply with all applicable laws, statutes, ordinances and regulations.
Applicant Printed Name:________________________ Signature:________________________
INITIALS REQUIRED
Event Name: ____________________________________________ Event Date: ________________
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4. ADA: All special events are required to comply with the Federal Americans with Disabilities Act
which requires access to all areas in services provided by the special events. Organizers must
ensure that all aspects of their event meet the requirements.
Applicant Printed Name:________________________ Signature:________________________
5. Notifying: Notice of the city commission’s proposed action on an application for a special event
permit shall be mailed prior to the meeting at which the matter is to be considered to all
property owners and occupants of property located within a 100-foot radius of the proposed
special event. Notice of such proposed action also shall be published in a newspaper of general
circulation in the city at least five days prior to the date of the city commission decision. The
notice shall identify a contact person and phone number for complaints. The applicant shall pay
for the newspaper advertisement.
Applicant Printed Name:________________________ Signature:________________________
6. City Services Pricing: The organizer or sponsor of any special event which requires the
provision of additional extraordinary support services by police, fire, and administration or other
city department shall pay to the city the cost of such services. A nonrefundable down payment
of 10% of all cost, as estimated by the city manager, shall be made to the city either by certified
check or credit card at least 10 days prior to the special event.
Applicant Printed Name:________________________ Signature:________________________
7. Payment Terms: The City Manager is authorized to provide reasonable terms for time and
manner of payment. If the event sponsor fails to pay the full costs at the time determined by
the City Manager, or if no such deadline is established, then within 30 days after the event the
City may impose an interest charge on the amount due at the rate of one and one-half percent
(1.5%) per month.
Applicant Printed Name:________________________ Signature:________________________
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Event Screening Questionnaire
The following questions will determine the correct application supplements that will be required for your event. Any
permit or license may be revoked if there has been misrepresentation in the permit or license application with respect
to the nature and location of the activity. If you answer “Yes” to any question next to a Supplement, that Supplement
must be submitted with this application.
VENDOR SALES
1. Will ANY alcoholic beverage be sold or served?
Yes
Needs City Commission Approval
No
2. Will ANY food be prepared or served?
Yes Complete Supplement C No
SAFETY IF YES, COMPLETE REQUIRED FORMS
3. Will your event involve ANY of the following?
Cooking Onsite, Compressed Gases or Flammable
Liquid (used or stored), Fog Machine/Smoke
Machine/Bubble Machine, Generators, Open Flame
(fire juggling, bonfire, etc.) Pyrotechnics/Special
Effects, Lasers, Confetti, Vehicle or Motorcycles
Yes Complete Supplement C No
4. Will your event involve ANY of the following tents
or structures?
Tents, Booths, Canopies or Podiums, Viewing Stands
and Bracing, Stages, Risers or Air Support Structures
Yes Complete Supplement D No
STREETS & SIDEWALKS IF YES, COMPLETE REQUIRED FORMS
5. Will your event require a stationary street closure
(Block Party, etc.) or block sidewalk?
Yes Complete Supplement E No
6. Will your event require a moving street closure
(e.g. Race, Bike Rally, Parade)?
Yes Complete Supplement E No
7. Will your event require parking restrictions (i.e.
clearing cars for parade)?
Yes Complete Supplement E No
CITY PROPERTY IF YES, COMPLETE REQUIRED FORMS
8. Will your event take place in a City-owned Park,
Recreation Center or Truman Waterfront?
Yes Complete Supplement F No
The applicant does acknowledge and hereby affirms that any and all information of this application and all of its supplements are
accurate to the best of their knowledge. The applicant(s)/permittee agrees to assume full responsibility and liability for and
indemnify and hold the City of Key West harmless from and against all liability, claims for damages, and suits for or by reason for an
injury to any person or damages to any property of the parties hereto or of the third persons for any and all cause or causes
whatsoever or in any way connected with the holding of said event or any act or omission or thing in any manner related to said
event and its operation irrespective of negligence, actual or claimed, upon the part of the City their agents or employees.
__________________________________________ ___________________________
Applicant Signature Date
Event Name: ____________________________________________ Event Date: ________________
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Required Recycling Plan
The City of Key West is committed to increasing the collection of recycled materials and needs your help to accomplish this. As the
Event Organizer, you need to encourage your vendors to participate in the separation of solid waste and recyclable items by
providing the adequate number and type of collection receptacles.
RECYCLING POINT OF CONTACT
Name _________________________________________ Phone Number _____________________________
Email __________________________________________ Number of people dedicated to recycling ________
INITIALS REQUIRED
1. NON- ACCEPTABLE WASTE: No Plastic Bags, plastic cutlery, plastic straws, plastic cups, or
polystyrene are allowed at events.
2. RECYCLING FEE: The Fee (see Fee Schedule) must be submitted prior to the event. You can
earn all or part of this fee back by participating in the City Recycling Program.
3. ACCEPTABLE RECYCLABLES: The primary items will be Aluminum Cans, Plastic Bottles,
Cardboard, and Glass Bottles. But additional items can include Food and Beverage Cartons,
Regular paper, Magazines and Program Handouts.
4. CONTAMINATION: I understand that recycle bins with contamination above 15% will result in
not being able to earn back all or part of the Recycling Fee.
RECYCLING TIMELINE
BEFORE EVENT:
1. Arrange Trash/Recycling through Community Services (305-809-3759).
2. Get approval for educational signage needed to inform customers/event goers of recycling
and garbage rules/locations during the event. Request standard signage or submit unique
designs for approval through recycle@cityofkeywest-fl.gov
DAY OF EVENT:
1. Place Recycling/Garbage containers in pairs throughout venue, at approximately every 30
feet throughout the event.
2. During the event ensure that recycle bins are free from contamination. Pull full bags,
replace with a new liner, and stage full bags only at pre-arranged sites.
3. At end of event, remove all signage, and return if borrowed from City. Place all
trash/recycling containers pre-arranged pick-up location.
TRASH/RECYCLING REPORT:
1. City Community Services will supply a report detailing the amount of materials collected
for recycling by weight, volume, or count and report on contamination levels.
2. After the report is generated, the results will be shared with the event organizer and event
vendors, or by contacting recycle@cityofkeywest-fl.gov
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Event Name: ____________________________________________ Event Date: ________________
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Required Event Transportation Planning
Parking and traffic congestion are consistently a concern of Key West residents. It is the City’s goal to involve all event
planners in traffic reduction as well as management. For more information consult the Special Events Guide.
INITIALS REQUIRED
Communications: Every event is required to provide communications about modes of
transportation that will reduce vehicle traffic. These actions include:
1. Website(s)
2. Email
3. Ticketholders
4. Social Media
Opportunities: Large Events are required to explore opportunities to help minimize traffic
congestions and parking issues. Your event will be more successful by encouraging alternate
transportation or utilize transit friendly alternatives. Check opportunities you will explore.
____ Encourage Walking
____ Encourage Biking
____ Providing Bike Security with Valet
____ Include Ride Service with VIP Passes
____ Provide Pre-Sale parking only
____ Premium parking prices
If Event Organizers or Vendors desire to utilize metered parking spaces or lots, payment will need to be made
to the City. The following fees apply for events that wish to use or reserve parking areas. All existing parking
ordinances apply to special events.
Parking Type
Fees and
Rules*
No. of Parking
Spots Requested
No. of Days
Needed
Total Parking
Cost
Residential Permit Spaces
Not allowed
Unmetered Street Parking
No Cost
Park N Ride Garage
$32/day
Metered Street Parking
$20/day
Truman Waterfront Park
$20/day
Smathers Beach
$20/day
Angela Firehouse Parking Lot
$20/day
Simonton Beach Parking Lot
$20/day
Ferry Terminal Parking Lot
$20/day
Historic Bight Parking Lot
$32/day
Mallory Square Parking Lot
$40/day
*Modification of rates or parking waivers can only be approved by City Commission. Total
Total Parking Cost shall be calculated using this table and accounted for in the Event Fee Schedule.
For more information, contact John Wilkins, Parking Director at (305) 809-3855.
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____ Partner with Transit System/Buses
____ Partner with Transit Friendly Hotels
____ Partner with Restaurants/Bars
____ Partner with Rideshare/Taxi Companies
____ Implement Shuttles
____ Other: ____________________________
Event Name: ____________________________________________ Event Date: ________________
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Required: Event Site Map / Layout
Using the legend below, please illustrate your event to the best of your ability.
If it is a single site event only one site layout is needed. If the event includes multiple streets, a second map showing
the Impacted Streets for the entire area is needed.
INITIALS REQUIRED
_______ Attach Site Map Layout _______ Attach Impacted Streets Map
Event Site Map Layout Legend:
A. Food/Bev. Vendor Tents*
B. Merchandise Vendor Tents*
C. Seating Tents*
D. Toilets **
E. Amplified Music
F. Car Parking**
G. Bike Parking**
H. Roads Closed
I. Stage Area
J. Bounce House
K. Podiums
L. Fire Lane (RED LINE)
M. Label Street(s)
N. Other: _________________
O. Other: _________________
* Indicate Tent sizes
** Indicate Quantity
Event Name: ____________________________________________ Event Date: ________________
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Special Event Permit Application Supplement A - Noise
Excerpt from City Code Sec. 26-192. - Unreasonably excessive noise prohibited.
Noise limitations - Within a core commercial district as defined in this article, the maximum dBA and dBC sound
levels permitted on any property located therein shall be as follows:
The average measurement taken between ten (10) and twenty (20) seconds shall be no greater than the
maximum levels set out below. The measurement shall be taken from the sound source property line, or individual
lease boundary in the case of property which has been subdivided by the execution of individual leases, of the
noise generating property at a location that is closest to the complainant's property line:
a. Eighty-five (85) dBA or ninety-four (94) dBC between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 2:59 a.m.
b. Seventy-five (75) dBA or eighty-four (84) dBC between the hours of 3:00 a.m. and 10:59 a.m.
In any residential or commercial district as defined in this article, a decibel meter shall be used for a complaint of
unreasonable noise made at or within 100 feet of the property line of the sound source. The decibel reading shall
be made at the location of the complaint. The investigating officer shall issue a citation for unreasonably
excessive noise, unless in his judgment a warning is sufficient to cease the violation. There shall be no more than
a total of one warning per offending person or establishment.
Events that expect to exceed decibel levels set for their area must get a Noise Exemption from the City
Commission. Noise Exemptions cannot be issued for the same location within 60 days of the last noise
exemption approval.
Describe the Potential Noise Sources: ______________________________________________________
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Do you wish to apply for a Noise Exemption? Yes Need City Commission Approval No
1. Applicant(s) has reviewed the City Code regarding Noise limitations and understands that an
exemption from the noise control ordinance requires approval from the City Commission.
Applications for noise exemptions must be received 30 days before the event
2. The processing fee for the application is $78.75, due upon submission of application. Include this
fee in the Special Event Fee Schedule.
3. Notice of the City Commission’s proposed action on a Noise Exemption shall be published in a
newspaper of general circulation at least five days prior to the date of the Commission meeting,
as well as mailed to all property owners and occupants located within a 100-foot radius of the
proposed event. The applicant is required to pay for the newspaper advertisement.
For more information on Noise and Noise Exemptions, consult the Special Event Guide and read the City
Code Section 26-192
INITIALS REQUIRED
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Event Name: ____________________________________________ Event Date: ________________
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Special Event Permit Application Supplement B – Non-Profit Verification
Non-Profit Organization Name ________________________________________________________________
Tax ID/EIN # _____________________________ Representative _____________________________________
Purpose of Organization ______________________________________________________________________
Phone _________________________________ Email ______________________________________________
How will the nonprofit proceeds/donations, after payments of direct necessary expenses be used?
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1. Services Waived: The first $1,000.00 of costs as specified in Section 6-26 (d) of the Code of
Ordinances may be waived for any Event Organizer or Sponsor organization which qualifies as a
tax-exempt Non-profit organization according to State or Federal law. Acceptance of this
waiver by such Event Organizer or Sponsor organization shall render the Special Event a public
accommodation subject to Human Rights provision of Section 38-225.
2. Approval: Supplement B must be reviewed and approved for Non-profit waivers to be granted.
Neither Completion nor Submission of this form guarantees a waiver will be granted.
3. Monies Received: Within 30 days of the event completion the Event Organizer agrees to submit
to the City Commission a letter from the Non-profit Organization receiving the waiver stating
the amount of monetary donation received from the event.
4. Accounting: Within 90 days following the Special Event, the Event Organizer or Sponsor
organization will ensure that the Non-profit organization receiving the waiver submits to the City
Commission an accounting of expenses and revenues incurred and generated during the event.
I hereby certify that the above-named Non-profit organization is a bona fide, in good standing, domestic civic,
educational, charitable, fraternal, or religious organization under the laws of the State of Florida or with proper tax
exemption status with the Internal Revenue Service; that the organization is the actual sponsor of the event
described and that all the proceeds from the event, after necessary direct expenses, will be used for civic,
educational, charitable or religious purpose.
I further certify that the answers to the above questions are correct and complete to the best of my knowledge
and belief. I also understand that any organizations who fraudulently seek exemption shall be subjected to civil
and criminal penalties provided for in Florida Statutes.
Provide a copy of your organization letter issued by the I.R.S. or Secretary of State verifying tax exempt status.
Officer Signature ___________________________ Title: ______________________Date ___________
INITIALS REQUIRED
SIGNATURE AND ATTACHMENT REQUIRED
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Special Event Permit Application Supplement C Food & Safety
This section will be reviewed by the Key West Fire and Police Departments to determine what safety checks
and security needs may be required at the Special Event. The Fee Schedule may be revised based on
requirements that may be deemed necessary.
Please contact the following City representatives before completing your application:
Fire Department and EMS Chief Alan Averette (305) 809-3938
Police Department LT Joseph Tripp (305) 809-1027
More information on Safety requirements can be found in the Special Event Guide.
Cooking:
_____ Deep Frying / Open Flame
_____ Charcoal Grill
_____ Gas Grill
_____ Food Warming Only
_____ Catered Food
Alcohol To be Served By
_____ Existing Licensed Establishment
_____ Commercial Licensed Vendors
_____ Non-profit Licensed Vendors
1. Alcohol: Applicant(s) wishing to sell/consume alcoholic beverages on City property must have
approval by the City Commission by Resolution and must hire an extra-duty police officer(s) for
crowd control and safety as determined by the Key West Police Department or City Manager.
Applicant must have a liquor license and provide liquor liability insurance.
2. Cooking Safety: If cooking, a KWFD Fire Watch must be provided and fire extinguisher(s) with a
minimum rating of 3A40BC shall be provided near cooking equipment.
3. Sidewalks: Structures must not interfere with pedestrian movement on the sidewalk. The
Special Event Site Plan must show a minimum setback of six (6) feet from the property lines.
4. Special Event Site Map: Indicate where structures, tents, stages, cooking equipment, etc. will
be located. The layout must also identify distances to the nearest buildings and property line. If
seating will be provided, show seating/chair arrangement.
5. Cooking Oil: Cooking oil must be disposed of properly. Vendors found dumping cooking oil
improperly will result in forfeiture of a portion of the Event deposit.
EVENT ACTIVITIES Check all that apply to the Special Event
INITIALS REQUIRED
Electrical Power
_____ Generator
_____ 110AC / Extension Cords
_____ DC Power
Structures:
_____ Stages / Risers / Canopies
_____ Viewing Stands / Bracing
_____ Seating
_____ Air Supported Bounce House
_____ Tents Greater than 200 SF
Other
_____ Road Closure
_____ Fog/Smoke Machine
_____ Bubble Machine
_____ Pyrotechnics
_____ Special Effects
_____ Open Flame
_____ Lasers
_____ Confetti
_____ Vehicle/Motorcycle Demo
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Event Name: ____________________________________________ Event Date: ________________
Special Event Permit Application Supplement D Tents & Structures
This section will be reviewed by the Key West Fire and Police Departments to determine what safety checks
and security needs may be required at the Special Event. The Fee Schedule may be revised based on
requirements that may be deemed necessary.
Please contact the following City representatives before completing your application:
Fire Department and EMS Chief Alan Averette (305) 809-3938
Police Department LT Joseph Tripp (305) 809-1027
Provide copy of Event Site Map/Layout Yes No
Total Number of Food/Beverage Vendor Tents: __________
Total Number of Merchandise Vendor Tents: __________
Total: __________
Tent Supplier Name __________________________________ Contact Number _________________________
Size & Type of Tents: _________________________________________________________________________
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Provide Certificate of Flame Resistance/Retardant for Tent Fabric. Yes No
Will there be any combustibles or flammable liquids under the tent? Yes No
Will the sides of the tent be used? Yes* No
*Exit plans must be indicated on Site Map Layout.
What structures will be erected? ________________________________________________________________
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Will structures be erected on any part of a street or sidewalk? Yes No
For each structure, note number of footings, weight and dimensions (L/W/H) below:
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STRUCTURES
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Event Name: ____________________________________________ Event Date: ________________
Special Event Permit Application Supplement E – Street Closure
Street(s) to be closed ______________________________ Block/Address Number(s) _____________________
Cross-Streets: between _______________________________ and ____________________________________
Closure Date(s) _______________________ Time _________________ AM/PM to _______________ AM/PM
1. Non-Profit Inclusion: Applicant(s) who are businesses or private persons who wish to close a
City street must make an application jointly with a Non-profit organization. When an Event
Organizer proposes a Special Event that will cause the closing of a city street or other public
right-of-way, the Event Organizer must donate at least 25% of the Event Organizer’s gross
revenues or $1000.00, whichever is greater, to at least one Non-profit organization. The Event
Organizer must designate the Non-profit organization(s) on the application for the event. Each
named Non-profit organization must provide the City Manager with a letter of agreement with
the Event Organizer.
2. Consent: The Event Organizer must have neighboring businesses sign a petition of no objection
to the street closure. A template consent form can be found in the Special Events Guide.
3. ADA Restrooms: Whenever the Event Organizer of a Special Event provides temporary
bathroom facilities within the public right-of-way, at least five percent of those facilities or one
of those facilities, whichever is the greater number, shall be accessible to persons with physical
disability.
4. Insurance: Typical insurance policies may not provide coverage for accidents that may occur
off private property and in the City Right-of-way. Events taking place within City Right-of-Way
require insurance in the amount of $1M liability and $2M aggregate.
5. Public access: Pedestrians must be allowed access to the closed area free of charge.
6. Emergency Access: The closed street/roadway will immediately available for emergency
vehicles and vehicles within the close block.
We the undersigned, agree to save and hold harmless, the City of Key West from all cost and damage to any
person and/or property which is caused by any activity, condition, or event arising out of temporary use of the
above street for the purpose of this Special Event.
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Event Organizer Signature Date
STREET CLOSURE INFORMATION
INITIALS REQUIRED
SIGNATURE REQUIRED
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Event Name: ____________________________________________ Event Date: ________________
Special Event Permit Application Supplement F – City Property
A list of City Properties that are available for event use, their amenities and Use Fees are listed in the Special
Event Guide.
Which City Property do you wish to use? ________________________________________________________
Which Area(s) of the City Property do you wish to use? ____________________________________________
Will Utilities be required (Water and/or Electricity)? Yes No
1. The City makes no guarantees that the requested City Property and Area will be available on
the dates requested. Submitting this application acts as a request, not a guarantee.
2. Events taking place on City Property require insurance in the amount of $1M liability and
$2M aggregate.
3. Applicants wishing to sell/consume alcoholic beverages on City property must have approval
by the City Commission via Resolution and must hire an extra-duty police officer(s) for crowd
control and safety as determined by the Key West Police Department or City Manager.
Event Organizer must first have obtained a liquor license and liquor liability insurance.
4. Prior to use of the requested facility, the applicant must provide a refundable deposit and a
nonrefundable payment for use of the City Property, as determined by the Fee Schedule.
This payment shall be delivered to the City Manager’s Office at 1300 White St., Key West, FL
33040 at time of application. All checks shall be made payable to City of Key West.
5. All utility use must be coordinated through City of Key West. Any modification to utilities to
support the activity will be at the sole cost of the Event Organizer and must meet City Codes.
Utilities used by the Event Organizer will be charged at current rates or agreed upon method.
6. Ingress/egress by the Event Organizer shall be coordinated with the City of Key West.
7. The City property used must be maintained in an orderly and neat condition. City of Key
West may request Event Organizer to improve conditions of site within reason if conditions
become unacceptable.
8. No trash may be left on site. Use of City of Key West dumpsters is not authorized unless
prior approval is obtained from the City Manager.
9. No alcoholic beverages/non-prescription drugs or food may be brought onto or sold on
Truman Waterfront without prior approval from the City Commission.
10. No hazardous material or waste shall be used or stored on the premises without submitting
a Hazardous Waste Handling and Spill Plan to the City of Key West.
INITIALS REQUIRED
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11. Event Organizer is responsible for any and all environmental cleanup, restoration, fees, fines,
etc. associated with the activity and shall put in place any and all measures to eliminate
environmental contamination to the City Property that may be caused by the Event activity.
12. All trash (including waste oil) and equipment including portable toilets and trailers shall be
removed no later than close of business of the last day of the event. Event Organizer should
plan accordingly. City of Key West may impose additional fees for use of City Property
beyond usage dates.
For Use of Truman Waterfront, the Event Organizer is subject to the following additional provisions:
13. Event Organizer is responsible for obtaining necessary permits required by any other
agencies pertaining to this Special Event such as Federal, State, Local, Coast Guard, Navy,
Marine Sanctuary, etc. and is responsible for providing proof of permit prior to entering into
an agreement with the City of Key West.
14. Event Organizer must take part in pre- and post-activity walk-through inspections with the
City of Key West point of contact, or designee.
15. Event Organizer must provide the City of Key West with a detailed schedule for activities.
16. City of Key West personnel shall be allowed access to the site at all times.
17. Event Organizer shall provide sufficient personnel to ensure proper and safe operation of the
activity.
18. Event Organizer may not stay overnight on Truman Waterfront without prior approval from
the City of Key West.
19. Any use of NOAA property or seawall must be coordinated with directly with NOAA.
20. Unfettered access to Navy, NOAA and State Park property must be maintained at all time
21. Use of the inner basin for any activities is not authorized.
INITIALS REQUIRED for Truman Waterfront Property
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