To: Mark R. Hafner, City Manager
From: Sarah Hensley, Administrative Services Manager
Subject:
Title
Consider a resolution approving a contract with the Keller Farmers Market to conduct a recurring farmers market at Bear Creek Park; and authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents related thereto on behalf of the City of Keller.
Action Requested:
Consider approval of a contract with the Keller Farmers Market in an amount of $5,000 for the 2020 market season at Bear Creek Park (May through October).
Background:
The Keller Farmers Market began operating in 2010 under a License Agreement between the City of Keller and Amstar/Southern Arthouse, LP. In 2013 the city signed a new agreement with the non-profit organization Keller Farmers Market for to operate a market in front of Keller Town Hall; in 2018 both parties agreed to an updated agreement that allowed the market to relocate to Bear Creek Park.
Financial Impact:
The license agreement includes an annual contribution of $5,000 from the city to the market. Funding is available in the FY 2020-21 Community Services budget.
Citizen Input/Board Review:
Not applicable.
Legal Review:
Not applicable.
Alternatives:
City Council has the following alternatives:
- Approve as submitted
- Approve with changes
- Denial