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Required Safety Zone for Launch: Eric Carlson, LPFD Fire Marshal, provided an analysis of the proposed event site in a May 23, 2005 email (Attachment 4). The fallout zone for a 12-inch mortar (large display) could force the closure of all streets in the area, as well as impact 1-580 and 1-680. The potential traffic congestion would impact both the Pleasanton Police and the California Highway Patrol. Wind conditions the night of the event could also blow debris into the Valley Trails and Val Vista neighborhoods. DSRSD Requirements: In speaking with DSRSD Assistant General Manager Dave Requa, he indicated that the District would set the following conditions, at a minimum, for use of its property: · A formal written request from the City to use the property. · A written agreement between the agencies which would address the obligations of each party, insurance and liability coverage, provision for public safety standby units, debris handling, issues regarding the contracted pyrotechnic operator, handling of emergencies, required event staffing, etc. · Indemnify and hold DSRSD harmless for any claims. The minimum coverage limit would likely be in excess of $1 million. · Coordinate the event with DSRSD's sludge application schedule. · Estimate the amount of debris potential (possible debris landing sites, who will clean up, etc.). If debris landed in any of the District's facultative sludge lagoons, it could be detrimental to operations. · Authorized personnel only (i.e., the pyrotechnic company) would be allowed on the site. · Pyrotechnic company and the City would need to acknowledge (in writing) that the sewer sludge could pose a health risk. · DSRSD would require a significant deposit (to be determined) to ensure site clean up and restoration. · Workers from the Johnson Drive treatment plant may need to be assigned to monitor the event on overtime, and respond as necessary. · DSRSD's formal review of the event proposal. · The District's legal counsel may suggest additional requirements. Spectator Areas: The proposed location poses some difficult challenges in terms of viewing sites. There is no one specific place immediately outside the fallout zone that could provide viewing space for 10,000-12,000 spectators (similar to the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District's event), and 5,000-6,000 vehicles (assuming 2 persons per vehicle.) · On-street parking could impact the Val Vista and Muirwood residential neighborhoods. · Stoneridge Mall and the Hacienda Business Park are potential sources of significant parking, but that would require additional coordination with several private entities. SR05:144 Page 3