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Matter CC 26-018

Cost of Special Events Audit Status Report.

Community & Economic Development Committee (CED) Agenda Ready Introduced 12 Jan 2026
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File
CC 26-018
Type
Reports to Committee
Status
Agenda Ready
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Introduced
12 Jan 2026
Last synced
12 Jun 2026 · 20:19

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Memorandum

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This memorandum provides a status report on the implementation of the Cost of Special Events Audit Recommendation #4, which aims to enhance coordination in the permitting process and ensure timely invoice processing for outdoor special events. The report outlines progress made, constraints faced, and next steps towards achieving these goals, with a target completion date of June 2027. It highlights the pilot of a centralized permitting software called eProval and ongoing interdepartmental coordination efforts. Resource limitations and the complexity of integrating multiple departmental processes are noted as significant challenges.

Key points
  • The memorandum is a status report on the Cost of Special Events Audit Recommendation #4.
  • It aims to improve coordination in the permitting process and ensure timely invoicing for outdoor special events.
  • The target completion date for the implementation is June 2027.
  • A pilot of a centralized permitting software called eProval is underway.
  • Interdepartmental coordination is ongoing to evaluate technology options and workflows.
  • Resource limitations and the complexity of integrating processes across departments are significant challenges.
Limitations
  • The document does not specify the exact dates for the completion of various tasks beyond June 2027.
  • There are unresolved placeholders regarding specific budgetary amounts and detailed timelines for certain actions.

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CED COMMITTEE AGENDA: ITEM: TO: COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE SUBJECT: Cost of Special Events Audit Status Report Approved 2/23/26 (d)2 FROM: Jen Baker DATE: January 30, 2026 Date: 2/12/2026 RECOMMENDATION Accept the status report on the implementation of the Cost of Special Events Audit Recommendation #4, including assessment of options to enhance coordination or consolidation of the permitting process and timely invoice processing. BACKGROUND On June 16, 2025, the Community and Economic Development (CED) Committee accepted the City Auditor’s City Costs for Outdoor Special Events: Opportunities Exist to Enhance Customer Service1 report, which evaluated the City’s approach to cost recovery, billing, and interdepartmental coordination for outdoor special events. The audit identified opportunities to improve customer service, transparency, and operational efficiency, particularly related to permitting coordination and the timeliness of post-event invoicing to event organizers. This item was cross-referenced to the August 26, 2025, City Council meeting. City Council directed the Administration to return to the CED Committee with a status report on Recommendation #4,...
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Presentation

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The document is a status report on the Cost of Special Events Audit presented to the Community & Economic Development Committee. It outlines recommendations for improving permitting coordination and post-event invoicing, along with progress made to date, constraints, and a path forward with a target completion date of June 2027.

Key points
  • Audit Recommendation 4 includes improving permitting coordination and timely post-event invoicing.
  • Progress includes piloting an eProval permitting system and confirming the feasibility of a consolidated billing model.
  • Constraints include operational complexity, resource and funding constraints, and growing event volume.
  • The path forward includes updating special event guidelines and evaluating system integration options.
Limitations
  • The document contains unresolved placeholders such as specific funding sources and detailed timelines.
  • The text appears to be a draft as it is labeled as a status report and includes incomplete sections.

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Cost of Special Events Audit Status Report Community & Economic Development Committee​ February 23, 2026 Item (d)2​ ​Kerry Adams Hapner, Director of Cultural Affairs​ Melina Iglesias, Director of Events​ City Manager’s Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs Audit Recommendation 4 Overview 4.a – Permitting Coordination • Assess opportunities to better coordinate or consolidate permitting • Evaluate potential technology solutions 4.b – Timely Post-Event Invoicing • Formalize procedures to ensure consistent and timely billing • Align with City’s Customer Service Vision and Standards 2 Progress to Date Technology Assessment • Police Department piloted eProval permitting system • Demonstrated online intake, tracking, billing capabilities • Cross-department workflow evaluation underway Billing Coordination • Finance confirmed feasibility of consolidated billing model • Workflow mapping in progress • Interim improvements to service tracking and invoice handoffs Customer Experience Improvements (Fiscal Year 2025–2026) • Website updates • Clearer permitting guidance • Greater transparency on event cost models 3 Constraints and Considerations Operational Complexity • Multiple...