HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Resolution approving usage of electricity and waiver of fees for electricity for 515 DayRESOLUTION NO. 26-087
RESOLUTION APPROVING WAIVER USAGE OF ELECTRICITY AND WAIVER OF
FEES FOR 515 DAY
FOR THE CITY OF AMES, IOWA
WHEREAS, Ames Main Street (AMS) plans to host “515 Day” on Friday, May 16,
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 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, 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 Day 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 usage of electricity and waiver of fees for 515 Day are 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.