To: Mark R. Hafner, City Manager
From: Cody Maberry, Director of Community Services
Subject:
Title
Consider a resolution amending the 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 an amended contract with the Keller Farmers Market for five additional dates for the 2022 market season, and extending the market season from March 1st until December 31st beginning in 2023 at Bear Creek Park.
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 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.
The Keller Farmers Market has requested an additional five dates for the 2022 market season, and to also extend the market season from March 1st to December 31st beginning in 2023 (See Exhibit A).
Financial Impact:
Not applicable.
Citizen Input/Board Review:
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board unanimously approved the additional dates for 2022 and the extended market season beginning in 2023 at their September 8, 2022 Board meeting.
Legal Review:
Not applicable.
Alternatives:
City Council has the following alternatives:
- Approve as submitted
- Approve with changes
- Denial
Council Action:
Staff recommends approval of the resolution as presented.