(a) 
Businesses or organizations whose primary address is not located within Alamo Heights are not eligible to hold special events (i.e., parades, races, runs, walks and other organized activities) utilizing city right-of-way in Alamo Heights, unless the event was previously authorized by a valid special event permit issued prior to the adoption of this section.
(b) 
Applications for events sponsored by non-Alamo Heights-based organizations which were authorized before adoption of this section will be reviewed by staff based on the following criteria to determine whether such event qualifies for another year:
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Whether the applicant is a nonprofit or for-profit entity;
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The impact on the neighborhood regarding traffic, trash, parking, number of participants, noise and other relevant factors; and
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Whether the sponsoring organization is in good standing with federal and state entity requirements.
(c) 
The applicant shall follow all local, state and federal laws.
(d) 
The fee for the Alamo Heights Chamber of Commerce Holiday Parade shall be one hundred dollars ($100.00) and such event shall be exempt from the limitations in subsections (a) and (b) above.
(e) 
A report will be furnished by staff to the city council about the status of non-Alamo Heights-based events.
(f) 
If an eligible non-Alamo Heights-based event is refused a permit for a subsequent year, the sponsoring entity may appeal the administrative decision to city council.
(Ordinance 1932 adopted 7/9/2012)