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2. A Special Event is any event, gathering, or organized activity that is open to the public and has the potential to affect public safety. Moreover, an activity may be considered a Special Event if a mobile food vendor is present, and if alcohol is served and/or consumed.

   There are various types of special events, such as organized races, walk-a-thons, festivals, pageants, open-air markets, celebrations, historical reenactments, church processions, concerts, exhibitions, parades, fairs, pub crawls, social gatherings, and movies which take place in, on, or use public space, or that have a significant impact on public space, leading to the public's use of the space being limited or obstructed. If you plan to hold a special event in Kemah, you must obtain a Special Event Temporary Conditional Use Permit in accordance with City Ordinance.

   To obtain a Special Event Permit, please fill out the form provided below. Once complete, your application will be sent to the Communications & Tourism office for processing. If you have any questions about the process, please email pjett@kemahtx.gov.

4. Today's Date**
   Today's Date*
5. Is this application being submitted 45 days in advance of your event**

   1. Yes
   2. No
6. If no, do you understand that the city may choose to waive the 45 day requirement and deny your event?*

   1. Yes
   2. No
10. APPLICANT INFORMATION
12. Applicant Name*
14. Email Address*
15. Phone Number*
17. Organization/Business*

    Enter n/a if not applicable

19. Address*
21. City*
22. State*
23. Zip Code*
25. EVENT INFORMATION
27. Event Name*
28. Event Start Date*
    Event Start Date

    Event Start Date
29. Event End Date*
    Event End Date

    Event End Date
31. Event Description*
33. Event Day "Onsite" Contact*
34. Event Day "Onsite" Cellphone*
36. Event Website or Facebook Event URL*

    Enter n/a if not applicable

38. Event Type*

    Please select all that apply

    1. Auto or Boat Show
    2. Block or Street Party
    3. Carnival, Fair or Festival
    4. Concert
    5. Exhibition
    6. Farmers Market

    1. Parade
    2. Petting Zoo
    3. Vendors Market
    4. Walk, Run, Bike, or Sporting Event
    5. Other
40. Other Event Type

    If "Other" is selected above, please describe.

42. Event Location*
44. Is the location above private or public property*

    1. Private
    2. Public
45. Do you have permission to use the property?*

    1. Yes
    2. No
47. If you answered yes, please provide a letter from the property owner giving permission to use the property.

    If you answered, "No, I do not have permission," please secure permission before moving forward. If this is a city-owned property, you will need to provide your City Facility Rental Agreement from Communications and Tourism. Please contact Patti Jett for assistance with securing city facilities, including city parks, pavilions, meeting rooms, and the Community Center. 

49. Estimated Attendance*
50. Is the event open to the public?*

    1. Yes
    2. No
52. Event Parking Location*
54. Is the parking location listed above private or public?*

    1. Private
    2. Public
55. If private, do you have permission to use the parking location from the property owner?

    1. Yes
    2. No
57. If you have permission to use private parking, please upload a letter from the property owner giving permission.

    If you answered, "No, I do not have permission", please secure permission before moving forward. 

59. Event Site Map*

    Please upload a detailed event site map that identifies the general site layout, entries and exits, restroom facilities, parking and emergency access points.

60. Event or Parade Route

    If this is an organized run, walk, biking, or parade event, please provide a map that outlines the route that participants will use. 

62. Will food be sold or a mobile food provider be present at this event?*

    1. Yes
    2. No
    3. TBD

    Events that sell food and/or have mobile food providers present should contact Galveston County Health to determine the permitting required. It is the responsibility of the event coordinator to ensure that all requirements have been met. https://www.gchd.org/about-us/environmental-health-services/consumer-health-services/food-service-establishments  

64. If food will be served and you have already secured your Temporary Event Food Permit from Galveston County Public Health, please upload it.
66. Will city personnel need to close public streets or direct traffic for your event?*

    1. Yes
    2. No
    3. TBD
67. If yes, please identify the impacted streets.
69. Will there be party rentals such as bounce houses, rock walls, carnival rides, etc. at this event?*

    If yes, please ensure these items are listed within your Liability Insurance policy, which is required.

    1. Yes
    2. No
    3. TBD
70. Will alcohol be served at this event?*

    If yes, you understand that the City of Kemah will require security service for your event. The Kemah Police Department will determine the number of officers. 

    1. Yes
    2. No
    3. TBD
72. Would you like to place temporary signs or banners to advertise this event?*

    1. Yes
    2. No
    3. TBD
73. If yes, please identify the descriptions and number of signs to be posted
75. *REQUIRED* INSURANCE FOR YOUR EVENT WILL BE REQUIRED BEFORE FINAL PERMIT APPROVAL IS GIVEN.

    Insurance coverage must be maintained for the duration of the event, including set-up and tear-down dates.

    The applicant must obtain Commercial General Liability Insurance naming the City of Kemah as an “Additional Insured.”

    
    

77. CERTIFICATES OF INSURANCE MUST REFLECT:

    COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY WITH LIMITS OF: 

    • $1 MILLION PER OCCURRENCE
    • 2 MILLION GENERAL AGGREGATE

    
    LIQUOR LIABILITY 

    • REQUIRED IF ALCOHOL WILL BE CONSUMED AT THE EVENT  
78. CERTIFICATE HOLDER MUST REFLECT:

    The City of Kemah
    Special Events
    1401 SH 146
    Kemah, TX 77565

79. Please upload a Certificate of Insurance naming the City of Kemah as an additional insured
81. I hereby understand and certify the following:*

    • All information provided in this application is accurate and truthful to the best of my knowledge.
    • This application must be submitted to the City of Kemah 45 days before the event with accompanying documents and fees. These documents are necessary for the Special Events Team to approve a Special Event Permit.
    • The City reserves the right to reject the Special Event Permit application or cancel an already granted permit if appropriate documentation has not been provided or if the permit's terms are violated. Continuing with an event after a permit has been denied and/or revoked is considered a misdemeanor, and the event holder may be charged a fine of up to $2,000 per day. 
    • I affirm that I am the authorized applicant and have the power to act and sign contracts for any organization(s), corporation(s), firm(s), or person(s) that are mentioned in this application. As an applicant, I agree that they will, jointly and severally, hold harmless and indemnify the City of Kemah from any liability for injury, damage to property, or death of any person(s) that may arise from the issuance of the permit or from the conduct of the participants. Additionally, I understand that I may be held responsible for the cost of repairing or cleaning City property that may have been damaged due to the event. I understand that the permit issued for the special event cannot exceed five consecutive days. If the permit is granted, I, as a representative of the organization, agree to abide by all City ordinances.

    1. Yes, I agree and understand all Special Event Permit requirements as outlined by City Ordinance
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