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Introduction
Definition of a Special Event
Special Event Permit Process
Special Events Resource Guide
Special Event Accessibility Checklist
Comprehensive Special Event Report
Special Events and Cultural Amenities Fund
Introduction
The variety of special events held within the City of Naperville are instrumental in creating a comfortable, small-town atmosphere and help contribute to our national reputation as the one of the "Best Places to Live," according to Money Magazine.
Naperville embraces special events as a way to enhance the quality of life of our residents, promote tourism, showcase local talent, draw first-time visitors and strengthen our community's character.
Definition of a Special Event
All outdoor events held on city property, i.e. street, sidewalk, park, etc., and/or deemed to significantly impact the city are considered special events. An event that requests any of the following actions, which must be approved by City Council, will be considered a special event:
Events requiring street closures (with the exception of block parties). Events that require the closure of parking facilities and/or the use of city-owned property. Events that require the posting of "No Parking, Tow Zones."
Special Events Registration Process
If your special event meets the criteria above, the event must be registered with the City of Naperville.
All event organizers interested in hosting a special event in Naperville must submit the completed registration form to the Special Events/Public Information Coordinator at a minimum of 120 days prior to the event.
Special Events Resource Guide
To assist in planning special events, the city developed the Special Events Resource Guide. The guide, which will be updated periodically, provides event organizers with the information necessary to meet the City of Naperville's requirements to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for residents and visitors alike.
Special Event Accessibility Checklist
The City of Naperville strives to ensure that individuals with disabilities have equal opportunities to access and enjoy special events held in Naperville. As part of the City of Naperville Special Events Resources Guide, this checklist helps determine if a special event is accessible.
All indoor and outdoor sites for special events must be accessible to persons with disabilities. In planning an event, it is advisable to review the American’s with Disabilities Act and the Illinois Accessibility Code.
Always remember that when planning your event, persons who may attend the event are often unfamiliar with local directions, resources, and services. The city’s ADA webpage, http://www.naperville.il.us/ada.aspx, is a good resource for event organizers to utilize when planning a special event.
Comprehensive Special Event Report
The goal of the City of Naperville’s Comprehensive Special Event Report was to provide the City Council with an overview of the current state of special events, as well as a recommendation on the city’s future management of special events.
The project was initiated by a request from the City Council at its July 15, 2008 meeting to review the city’s current list of special events that require road closures, no parking/tow zones and other city services. At this meeting, the Council also requested an overview of the charities or organizations benefiting from these events, as well as the number of Naperville residents who participate in the two annual triathlons.
The report was presented to the Council on December 19, 2008. At this meeting, the City Council voted to accept the report.
Special Events and Cultural Amenities (SECA) Fund
The City of Naperville encourages celebrations of community and cultural opportunities that focus on the heritage, diversity and character of the city. In support of these activities, the City of Naperville offers funds for the purpose of aiding eligible organizations in providing new and continued cultural experiences.
For more information about the Special Events and Cultural Amenities Fund, click here.
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