HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Resolution approving waiver of Vending License fee for 515 DayRESOLUTION NO. 26-086
RESOLUTION APPROVING WAIVER OF BLANKET VENDING PERMIT FEE
FOR 515 DAY
FOR THE CITY OF AMES, IOWA
WHEREAS, Ames Main Street (AMS) plans to host “515 Day” on Friday, May 15,
2026. This event was implemented by Ames Main Street in 2021 with the intention of
celebrating area code 515 through a variety of activities each day, such as 515 -themed
specials in businesses and giveaways to attract individuals to Downtown Ames; and,
WHEREAS, the activities on May 15 include a beer garden, live music on Douglas
Avenue, and a family activity zone on Douglas Avenue. The events are free to attend.
Organizers expect up to 1,000 people to participate in the activities. To facilitate the
activities, Ames Main Street requests the following for May 15:
• Closures of 5th Street from Burnett Avenue through Douglas Avenue, Kellogg
Avenue from Main Street to 5th Street, and Douglas Avenue from Main Street
to 5th Street.
• Use of City electrical outlets and waiver of fees for electricity (estimated loss
to Electric Fund of $5).
• A blanket Temporary Obstruction Permit and a blanket Vending License for
Downtown to allow stores to display and sell merchandise and for food truck
vendors. A waiver of the Vending License fee is requested ($50 loss to City
Clerk’s Office)
• Local authority approval for a 5-Day (May 14-18, 2026) Special Class C Retail
Alcohol License with Outdoor Service for Thirsty Pigs (515 Day Ames), 215
5th Street; and,
WHEREAS, 515 Week provides an opportunity to attract visitors to Downtown
Ames. The events include family-friendly activities and promotions that support local
businesses. Given the small dollar amount and number of parking spaces involved, staff
believes it is reasonable to waive the parking fees for this event, along with the other
requested fee waivers.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames,
Iowa, that waiver of Blanket Vending License fee for 515 Day is hereby approved.
ADOPTED THIS 24th day of February, 2026.
_______________________________ _________________________________
Renee Hall, City Clerk John A. Haila, Mayor
Introduced by: Corrieri
Seconded by: Betcher
Voting aye: Beatty-Hansen, Betcher, Corrieri, Junck, Gartin, Rollins
Voting nay: None Absent: None
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 24th day of February, 2026.