Item No.
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
BY: JASON CHACON, DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION
DATE: AUGUST 13, 2024
SUBJECT: STREET CLOSURE REQUEST FOR THE CITY OF DOWNEY’S
INTERNATIONAL FOOD AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City of Downey’s International Food and Music Festival has become a staple in the Downtown Downey area for over 10 years. The event will feature food trucks, festival attractions, live entertainment, a family fun zone, photo booth area, and a beer garden.
The event will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council:
Approve a street closure for the City of Downey’s International Food and Music Festival. Downey Avenue and 3rd Street between the following intersections:
• Downey Avenue from 2nd Street to 4th Street
• 3rd Street @ New Street
• 3rd Street to end of south parking lot entrance of US Bank
BACKGROUND
Each year, the City of Downey offers a variety of special events for the community to enjoy, including the International Food and Music Festival (IFF). The IFF celebrates various cultures through music and cuisine. A variety of food options and entertainment will be featured along with activities for youth and families to experience together. The event continues to grow in popularity and brings an average attendance of 15,000 participants each year to the Downtown Downey area.
STREET CLOSURE REQUEST FOR THE CITY OF DOWNEY’S INTERNATIONAL FOOD AND MUSIC
FESTIVAL
AUGUST 13, 2024
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ANALYSIS
For the City of Downey’s International Food and Music Festival, staff recommends closing vehicular access to the following locations, which are also described on the attached map. • Downey Avenue from 2nd Street to 4th Street
• 3rd Street @ New Street
• 3rd Street to end of south parking lot entrance of US Bank
The proposed closure will be from 5:00 am Saturday, September 14, 2024 to 3:00 am on Sunday, September 15, 2024, to allow staff time for set-up, breakdown and clean-up.
Property owners and tenants will be notified in person by City staff.
CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES
Public Engagement
FISCAL IMPACT
Approval of the recommended action will result in an expenditure of approximately $600 from the Downtown Events General Fund, Account No. 10-4-4322 as previously approved in the FY 2024 – 2025 operating budget to pay for staff overtime.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A- Map of proposed Street Closures
STREET CLOSURE REQUEST FOR THE CITY OF DOWNEY’S INTERNATIONAL FOOD AND MUSIC
FESTIVAL
AUGUST 13, 2024
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ATTACHMENT A
PROPOSED STREET CLOSURES