FAIRFAX TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
STAFF REPORT
AGENNDA ITEM #3.f
MEETING DATE March 5, 2025
PREPARED FOR Mayor and Town Council
PREPARED BY Anne Mannes, Recreation and Community Services Manager SUBJECT Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Temporary Road Closures for Various Chamber of Commerce Events Throughout the 2025 Calendar Year, and Approving Sponsorship of the Closures.
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the Resolution.
BACKGROUND
In 2023, the Fairfax Chamber of Commerce organized the first Winter Market, which successfully attracted many residents and visitors. The event includes local vendors, food, music, and community activities. Due to its popularity, the Chamber plans to hold the Winter Market again on December 14, 2025, with a backup date of December 20, 2025, in case of inclement weather.
Additionally, the Chamber proposes two new community events: one on March 23, 2025, and another Town BBQ event on October 11, 2025. These events aim to support local businesses and strengthen community connections.
DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS
The Chamber of Commerce requests temporary street closures to safely conduct three community events in 2025. The proposed street closures are:
1. March 23, 2025 (12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.): Taylor Street between Sir Francis Drake and Rocca.
2. October 11, 2025 (4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.): Bank Street next to Puruva and Bolinas Park.
3. December 14, 2025 (4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.): Bolinas Road between Broadway and Elsie Lane, with a backup date of December 20.
Under California Vehicle Code section 21101(e), temporary street closures for public celebrations are permitted for participant safety. Staff determined that these closures are necessary to ensure public safety and effective traffic management during each event.
Council sponsorship of these events is required to cover costs associated with setting up, monitoring, and cleaning up, utilizing Town recreation, public works, and police staff.
FISCAL IMPACT
Minimal loss in permit fees; staff time.
ATTACHMENTS
Resolution
RESOLUTION NO. 25-
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF FAIRFAX
AUTHORIZING TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES FOR VARIOUS FAIRFAX CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EVENTS DURING THE 2025 CALENDAR YEAR AND APPROVING SPONSORSHIP OF THESE CLOSURES WHEREAS, the Fairfax Chamber of Commerce has successfully organized community events, including the Winter Market, to promote local businesses, enhance community spirit, and provide residents and visitors with cultural, social, and recreational opportunities; and WHEREAS, the Chamber of Commerce requests authorization for temporary street closures to ensure the safety of event participants and attendees during planned community events for 2025; and WHEREAS, the scheduled events requiring street closures are as follows:
• March 23, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.: Closure of Taylor Street between Sir Francis Drake and Rocca;
• October 11, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.: Closure of Bank Street adjacent to Puruva and Bolinas Park;
• December 14, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (backup date December 20, 2025): Closure of Bolinas Road between Broadway and Elsie Lane; and
WHEREAS, California Vehicle Code Section 21101(e) authorizes local authorities to temporarily close streets for public celebrations when necessary to ensure participant and attendee safety; and WHEREAS, the Fairfax Town staff has reviewed these requests and determined that the proposed street closures are necessary for the safe and effective management of traffic and public safety during the scheduled events; and
WHEREAS, Town Council sponsorship is required to support event logistics, including setup, management, cleanup, and the allocation of necessary staff resources from Town recreation, public works, and police departments.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Council of the Town of Fairfax hereby authorizes temporary road closures on the dates, times, and locations listed above, and approves sponsorship by the Town Council, including coverage of associated event support costs.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the Town Council of the Town of Fairfax on this 5th day of March 2025, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
ATTEST
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LISEL BLASH CHRISTINE FOSTER
MAYOR DEPUTY TOWN CLERK