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initiate a July 4th fireworks display, and that decision was not supported by the public safety agencies, the Board would risk losing its insurance coverage for all Fair events. In addition to contacting the Alameda County Fairgrounds, staff discussed possible coordination ora July 4th fireworks event with the Pleasanton Downtown Association (PDA). Christine Salidivar, PDA Executive Director, indicated that the organization could not take on the responsibility for fireworks due to insurance, safety, manpower and other concerns. She noted that a significant increase in the insurance premium forced the PDA to discontinue hosting the Downtown classic car show each August, which was held in conjunction with the Good Guys event. LIVERMORE FIREWORKS EVENT The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District (LARPD) is responsible for planning and execution of the annual Livermore July 4th fireworks event. The event requires the assistance and cooperation of the City of Livermore, Lawrence Livermore Lab, and the Livermore Pleasanton Fire Department. Staff from LARPD provided the following information about its annual fireworks event: Crowd control and security are primary concerns. · An event site with controllable boundaries is preferable for public safety purposes. · Inspections by various entities are required. · LARPD's event includes pre-show activities and items, such as vendor booths, food sales, information booth, children's activities, and stages with live band music. These activities keep people busy, entertained, and out of trouble before the actual fireworks show begins. · LARPD is responsible for arranging Alameda County Health Department inspections of food facilities, as its difficult and risky to leave it to individual organizations. · Service groups were allowed to sell alcohol and are required to obtain appropriate Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) permits. · LARPD assumes responsibility for set-up and striking the event. · If Pleasanton decided to also hold a fireworks event, it could be taxing for the Livermore Pleasanton Fire Department to provide resources for both events. · Costs for a pyrotechnic company to produce a 15-18 minute production is $20,000-$30,000. Included for the Commission's review is a memorandum prepared by the Livermore Pleasanton Fire Department concerning a possible July 4th fireworks display. The Fire Chief and Fire Marshal point out in their report a number of logistical issues that would be involved, particularly if the event were moved from the Fairgrounds site. There is mention of moving the event to an alternate location, such as the Bernal Property, although there are logistical issues with that site as well. In addition to parking constraints and freeway traffic, a majority of the central parcel is currently being used for agriculture, which would preclude its use for fireworks. Close proximity to homes and perceived fire dangers could also impact our ability to utilize the Bernal Property. SR7C Page 2