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Can I use government facilities for personal use such as meetings, receptions, etc.?: Yes. View the application, policies, and a list of facilities available for rent. Use of park facilities is handled by the Leisure Services Department.

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1. How do I obtain a special event permit and how much does it cost?: To begin the process, you complete a special event application and pay a $25 application fee. Permit fees are determined after review of your application.

2. How do I obtain a sidewalk café permit and how much does it cost?: To begin the process, you complete a sidewalk café application and pay a $100 application fee. Once your application is approved, you will pay $1 per square foot to obtain your permit.

3. How do I obtain a sidewalk vending permit and how much does it cost?: To begin the process, you complete a sidewalk vending application. The fee for a sidewalk vending permit is $100 plus $20/ID.

4. How do I obtain a publication rack permit and how much does it cost?: To begin the process, you complete a publication rack application. The permit fee is $65 per rack per year.

5. Can I use government facilities for personal use such as meetings, receptions, etc.?: Yes. View the application, policies, and a list of facilities available for rent. Use of park facilities is handled by the Leisure Services Department.

6. How far in advance should a special event application be submitted?: Applications should be submitted at least 60 days in advance.

7. Do I need a permit from the Health Department for sidewalk vending?: If you are selling food / drink items that are not pre-packaged, you will need a permit from the Health Department.

8. Do I need a permit if I want to vend on private property?: Yes, but not from this department. The Finance Department handles permits for vending on private property.