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Date: July 21, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Aram Chaparyan, City Manager
Ted Stevens, Community Services Director
By: Glenn Harper, Management Aide | [email protected] Shirene Grant, Sr. Program Specialist | [email protected] Subject: City Manager and Community Services – Approve Request for Subsidy of City Fees for Use of Wilson Park by Pakistan Chamber of Commerce. Expenditure:
Not-to-Exceed $10,000 (General Fund).
RECOMMENDATION
In response to an oral request by Councilmember Asam Sheikh with City Council concurrence, it is the recommendation of the City Manager and Community Services Director that City Council approve the request for a 25% subsidy of city fees, for an amount not-to-exceed $10,000, for use of Wilson Park by the Pakistan Chamber of Commerce for its Pakistani Independence Festival to be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026.
FUNDING
Funding is available in the fiscal year 2026-27 General Fund City Manager’s Office operating budget.
DISCUSSION
On June 5th, the Pakistan Chamber of Commerce submitted a special event application to host a Pakistan Independence Day Celebration this August. Commemorating the country’s rich history and uniting the Pakistani community in a spirit of pride and patriotism. This event will pay tribute to their forefathers and provide a vibrant platform for attendees to come together and celebrate Pakistan’s heritage through cultural showcases, traditional food, arts and crafts, music, and performances. This is a free event that is open to all members of the community. The goal is to create an inclusive and engaging experience that fosters community connection while honoring this significant national day. The Special Events Team and representatives from the Pakistan Chamber of Commerce held meetings to assess the full scope of the event. These discussions included key elements such as amplified sound, stage logistics, food sales, and overnight security. The event will officially take place on Saturday August 8, with set-up occurring on Friday, August 7 and break down Sunday, August 9. Additionally, security services will be provided during all event hours by private security, with the cost covered by the applicant. The Special Events Team has continued to meet and remains in contact with representatives from the Pakistan Chamber of Commerce to discuss event activities.
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Certain fees associated with this event will be provided by the respective departments. Estimated costs provided by departments include permit fees, licenses, and staff involvement in the event.
On July 14 th, Councilmember Sheikh via Oral request asked City Council for concurrence to subsidize event fees by 25%, not to exceed $10,000 associated with the upcoming Pakistani Independence Day Festival on August 8, 2026.
Community Services Department:
Item Fee Special Event Fee $5,000.00
Application Fee $100
Deposit (Refundable) $1,000
Reservation Fee $2,096.00
Total Estimated Cost: $8,196.00
CDD Fees are TBD
(Includes: Sound Permit, Business Licenses, Stage Permit, Inspections) TFD Fees are TBD
(Possible use of Fire Safety Officers)
ATTACHMENTS
1. Special Events Application
2. Event Map
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