OKMS Speckled Perch Parade PermitRule 14-65.0035(1)(c), F.A.C.
Date: 2/9/2022
STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
TEMPORARY CLOSING OF STATE ROAD PERMIT
Permit No. Temp: 0160998
Governmental Entity
Approving Local Government CITY OF OKEECHOBEE Contact Person GAIL NEU
Address 55 SE 3RD AVENUE OKEECHOBEE, Florida 34974
Telephone (863) 763-9821 ext. Email gneu@cityofokeechobee.com
Organization Requesting Special Event
Name of Organization OKEECHOBEE MAIN STREET Contact Person ANGIE GRIFFIN
Address 111 NE 2ND STREET OKEECHOBEE, Florida 34972
Telephone (863) 357-6246 ext. Email INFO@OKEECHOBEEMAINSTREET.ORG
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Event Title OKEECHOBEE SPECKLED PERCH PARADE
Start Time 10:00 AM (EST) End Time 12:00 AM (EST)
Event Route (attach map)
Detour Route (attach map)
I Event
Date of Event 3/12/2022
Law Enforcement Agency Responsible for Traffic Control
Name of Agency CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
US Coast Guard Approval for Controlling Movable Bridge
Not Applicable 0
Copy of USCG Approval Letter Attached ❑
Bridge Location
850-040-05
MAINTENANCE
12/11
The Permittee will assume all risk of and indemnify, defend and save harmless the State of Florida and the FDOT from
and against any and all loss, damage, cost or expense arising in any manner on account of the exercise of this event.
The Permittee shall be responsible to maintain the portion of the state road it occupies for the duration of this event, free
of litter and providing a safe environment to the public.
signatures or Authorization
Event Coordinator ANGIE GRIFFIN Signature ANGIE GRIFFIN Date
Law Enforcement
Name/Title DONALD HAGEN / POLICE CHIEF Signature DONALD HAGEN Date
Government Official
Name/Title GARY RITTER / CITY ADMINISTRATOR Signature GARY RITTER Date
FDOT Special Conditions
FDOT Authorization
Name/Title Signature Date
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RESOLUTION NO. 2019-10
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA; RESCINDING
RESOLUTION NO. 1988-5 AND NO. 2011-02 CONCERNING TEMPORARY
CLOSING OF STATE ROADS FOR SPECIAL EVENTS; CREATING
PROCEDURES AND FORMS FOR SUBMISSION TO FLORIDA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR STATE APPROVAL FOR
SUCH CLOSINGS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) publishes promulgated rules
and procedures for an application to temporarily close State Roads for special events
in the Florida Administrative Code (FAC); and
WHEREAS, the City of Okeechobee has previously adopted Resolutions setting forth some
of these procedures; and
WHEREAS, it has been requested by the FOOT that the City update, and adopt by
Resolution, additional rules and procedures for the closing of State Roads for special
events; and
WHEREAS, the City, as well as other organizations, have historically sought closure of State
Road 70 and U.S. Highway 441/State Road 15 to conduct parades and special events
for the citizens of Okeechobee County, and continuing that tradition is in the best
interests of the City and County.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved before the City Council for the City of Okeechobee,
Florida; that the City presented at a duly advertised public meeting; and passed by
majority vote of the City Council; and properly executed by the Mayor or designee, as
Chief Presiding Officer for the City:
SECTION 1: The City of Okeechobee, Florida hereby rescinds prior Resolution No. 1988-5
and No. 2011-02, and creates procedures for temporary closings of State
Roads by this Resolution.
SECTION 2: This Resolution is created to conform to the current requirements of Rules 14-
65.0035 and 14-65.0075. Florida Administrative Code, which contains the rules
and procedures to follow when applying for temporary closing of State Roads
for special events.
SECTION 3: That when the City seeks to apply for a temporary closure of State Roads to the
FOOT, City Staff must adhere to the following:
a. Any special event shall be approved by the City Administrator and Chief of
Police, or designee(s) in advance with approvals of pertinent Department
Heads that would be involved in the event, if necessary.
b. Prior to an application for the closing of a State Road, City Staff must
determine whether the closing is necessary to conduct the special event.
c. The application for closure must be submitted on FOOT form 850-040-65
(rev-12/11) or as hereafter amended, and submit same to any FOOT area
operations office.
d. The City shall submit with the application form this duly executed Resolution,
which authorizes City Staff to approve and submit the application for the
special event, along with:
Information from the City Administrator, Chief of Police, or their
designee(s) requesting the closure which shall include the following, if
requested by the FOOT:
a. disclosing the date and time and duration of the closure.
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b. a marked map indicating the temporary detours to be utilized by the
public, and showing placement of appropriate signage; the stationing of
any Officers or flagmen; and locations of cones or barriers necessary to
detour traffic in a safe and efficient manner.
e. The City Administrator, Chief of Police, or their designee(s) are authorized to
complete the application process and submit for the temporary closing of a
State Road or Right -of -Way.
f. As a condition of the approval of a temporary road closure by the FDOT, the
sponsor of the special event shall obtain single event liability insurance in the
sum not less than one million dollars ($1,000,000.00), or such other amount
as deemed necessary by the FDOT, naming the FDOT as additional insured,
and indemnify and hold harmless the FDOT from and against any claim,
demand, suit, personal injury, or death. Any sponsor or organization
requesting a temporary road closure shall also execute an Indemnity
Agreement holding the City harmless. The policy obtained by the sponsor or
organization shall be considered primary coverage for any loss, and any self-
insurance by the City shall be considered to be secondary.
g. Nothing herein shall be construed as a waiver of Immunity or statutory
protection of Florida Statute Chapter 768 by the City of Okeechobee.
SECTION 4: All Resolutions or parts of Resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby repealed
SECTION 5: If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this
Resolution, or application hereof, is for any reason held invalid or
unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion or provision
and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions or
applications here.
SECTION 6: This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon Its adoption.
INTRODUCED AND ADOPTED in Regular Session this 6th day of August, 2019.
Dowling R. rd, Jr., Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane "amiotea.C, City Clerk
REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY.
John R. Cook, City Attorney
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-10 PAGE 2 OF 2
RESOLUTION NO. 03-8
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA TO
ESTABLISH GUIDELINES FOR USE OF PUBLIC PARKS OR OTHER
LANDS OWNED BY THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE FOR CERTAIN
CHARITABLE OR BENEVOLENT ORGANIZATIONS; OR THE GENERAL
PUBLIC; PROVIDING FOR AUTHORITY TO REVIEW SUCH
APPLICATIONS; PROVIDING FOR STANDARDS FOR REVIEW;
PROVIDING FOR GUIDELINES FOR SUCH ORGANIZATIONS TO
FOLLOW; PROVIDING FOR INSURANCE REQUIREMENT; PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, there are located within the City of Okeechobee certain public parks and other
areas owned by the City of Okeechobee that are Intended for, and open foruse by.
the general public, with certain restrictions; and
WHEREAS, these functlons range from large gatherings which attract many participants,
to very small groups, which may ormay not cause traffic control problems, and vary
in intensity; and
WHEREAS, current regulations require the same liability insurance coverage for anysuch
group authorized to gather In the parks or on city lands, which creates a hardship
on the smaller gatherings;
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved and adopted by the City Council for the City of
Okeechobee. Florida the following resolution:
1: THAT permisslon for charitable or benevolent organizations, or non profit
groups, to engage in certain activities In City parks or on City lands, is
govemed by Article IV, Sections 14-141 to 14-149 of the City Code of
Ordinances, which regulations and restrictions shall be considered by
General Services whenever an application or request for use or public areas
Is made, and followed accordingly.
2. THAT for any permit or permission granted by the Department of General
Services for such activities on public lands, such permit shall be also
executed by the City Administrator, prior to such event taking place.
3. THAT most applicants for use of parks and public lands are charitable or
civic groups, who stage large events and attract many people. However,
smaller groups for prayer meetings; weddings; boy and girt scouting; and
similar type events are also authorized in parks and In public places, but are
also subject to the requirements of Article IV of the City Code.
4. THAT current regulations require the applicant for an event to procure
liability insurance in the sum of S 1 million; the cost of which is or may be
prohibitive for smaller and more informal groups.
5. THEREFORE, for any application wherein It appears to the Department of
General Services that the participants thereof may be 100 orfewerpersons.
the liability insurance requirement shall be waived. The City reserves the
right to require the participants to execute a hold harmless agreement.
depending upon the nature and impact of the event.
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INTRODUCED AND ADOPTED this 5t6 day of August,, 2003.
. •'' � - James. E. Kirk, Mayor
ATTEST: .
Lane Garrmlotea, City Clerk
REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
4CS--k:,LC
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RESOLUTION NO. 04-03
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA
401 SUPPLEMENTING RESOLUTION NO.03-08; GUIDELINES FOR USE OF
PUBLIC PARKS OR OTHER LANDS OWNED BY THE CITY OF
OKEECHOBEE FOR CERTAIN CHARITABLE OR BENEVOLENT
ORGANIZATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AUTHORITY TO REVIEW SUCH
APPLICATIONS; PROVIDING FOR STANDARDS FOR REVIEW;
PROVIDING FOR GUIDELINES FOR SUCH ORGANIZATIONS TO
FOLLOW; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, there are located within the Cltyof Okeechobee certain public parks and other
areas owned by the City of Okeechobee that are intended for, and open for use by,
the general public, with certain restrictions; and
WHEREAS, these uses change from time to time, and problems arise bycertain uses that
are not anticipated, but should be the subject of regulation and control by the City
of Okeechobee for the safety and welfare of Its citizens, and which requires
supplementing existing rules as necessary;
NOW THEREFORE, it is resolved before the City Council for the City of Okeechobee,
Florida; presented ate duly advertised public meeting; and passed by majorityvote
of the City Council; and property executed by the Mayor or designee, as Chief
presiding Officer for the City:
f 1. THAT permission for charitable or benevolent organizations, or non-profit
groups, to engage in certain activities in City parks or on City lands, is
governed by Article IV, Sections 14-141 to 14-149 of the City Code of
Ordinances, which regulations and restrictions shalt be considered by
General Services whenever an application or request for use of public areas
Is made, and followed accordingly.
2. THAT for any authorized use of the public parks or rights -of -way within the
City, the following regulations shall be followed, as applicable:
The organization or penult holder, or their designee, shall be
responsible to completely clean up the public area used by the permit,
within two days of completion of the event, unless otherwise
designated in the permit.
No trailers unattached to a motor vehicle shall be parked along any
street or avenue or public right-of-way, or In a marked parking spot,
unless the right-of-way is closed forthe event, not otherwise blocked
off by the City. No other motor vehicles or trailers will be allowed to
park or remain on the Park grounds unless prior written approval is
obtained from the City Public Works Director or their designee, or
such vehicle or trailer Is participating In an event such as a permitted
activity orcar show- Any motor vehicle ortrailer parked in violation of
this section may be towed by the City at the owner's expense, who
shall be liable for all towing and storage fees.
C. Golf carts, 4-wheelers or othervehicles not licensed for use on public
rights -of -way, will not be permitted on the Park grounds without prior
written approval of the City Public Works Director or their designee.
dft d. Certain events, such as but not limited to parades, or those which
draw a large number of people, require significant incurring of costs
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by the City, for traffic control, crowd control, fire safety, paramedic
service, or general policing, which often requires adding personnel,
and incurring overtime labor expense. For any such event, the City
may require the organization or permit holder to be responsible for
® these additional costs, including property orpersonal injury damages
Ithat may occurduring the event. There will be a mandatory inspection
meeting between the Public Works Director or their designee and a
representative from the permit holder prior to and after each event.
Any additional expenses as stated above, will be billed to the
organization or permit holder, who shall pay such sum to the City.
e. For activities in Flagler Park, the use of generators for power is
encouraged, as electric outlets are limited and subject to the right of
the City to deny their use. When generators or extension cords are
used, the applicant shall cause a U.L. approved extension cord of
propergauge to be safely attached, and routed so as to not interfere
with any pedestrian path, or in such area as may pose a risk of harm
to the public or other participants,
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INTRODUCED AND ADOPTED this 16n' day of March 2004.
TTEST..
La e•Gamlete , City Clerk
REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
John R. Cook, City Attorney
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James. EKIrk. Mayor
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Rule 44-65.0035(,)(c), F.A.C. STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 850-040-55
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Start Time J()'.QQ&44rEndTi
Event Route (attach map) 11 -
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Law Enforcement Agency Responsible for Traffic Control
Name of Agency
US Coast Guard Approval for Controlling Movable Bridge
Not Applicable
Copy of USCG Approval Letter Attached ❑
Bridge Location
The Permittee will assume all risk of and indemnify, defend and save harmless the State of Florida and the FDOT from
and against any and all loss, damage, cost or expense arising in any manner on account of the exercise of this event.
The Permittee shall be responsible to maintain the portion of the state road it occupies for the duration of this event, free
of litter and providing a safe environment to the public.
signatures of AuthorAzation
Event Coordinator Hr1 ? l- C P (j �I � � f n! Signature Date
Law Enforcement%�
Name/Title w Signature '�� Date �.
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Name/Title ` 1 - Signature oeDate d
FDOT Special Conditions
FDOT Authorization
Name/Title Signature Date
INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT
This AGREEMENT, by and between the CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA,
(hereinafter "CITY") and Ckec b ob C-e rn R l N 5�pw&P 1n(
(hereinafter "APPLICANT"), dated this R5 today of Ji9N Q P R4, Qc>;;)a
WHEREAS, APPLICANT desires to hold or sponsor a special event, parade,
festival, or other activity requiring the temporary closure of a state-controlled
roadway in the City of Okeechobee, Florida, and therefore requires the execution
and submission of an application for such temporary closure to the State of Florida
Department of Transportation by the CITY pursuant to regulations of said
Department, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 88-5 the CITY requires
indemnification by any applicant for temporary road closure before the appropriate
CITY officials may execute such application to the Department.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual obligations and covenants
set forth hereafter, the parties agree as follows:
1. APPLICANT shall indemnify, protect, defend, and hold harmless the CITY
from any and all losses, injuries, damages, or claims of any nature or type
resulting directly or indirectly from the temporary road closure and the
special event, festival, parade, or other activity to be held on ►d Bday of
maoah 'Qt) Applicant shall further reimburse the CITY for any
and all attorneys' fees, court costs or other legal costs incurred by the
CITY as a result of any such losses, injuries, damages or claims.
2. If the APPLICANT is a corporation, partnership or other legal entity (other
than an individual), APPLICANT shall attach hereto a duly executed
resolution, partnership agreement or other document in legal form
evidencing the authority of the officers of such entity to enter into this
indemnification agreement.
3. Upon the APPLICANT complying with paragraph 2 above, the requirements
of Resolution No. 88-5 of the CITY, and any other reasonable requirements
of the CITY, the CITY shall cause the appropriate City officials to execute
the necessary forms to make application to the State of Florida,
Department of Transportation, for temporary road closure.
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TITLE: Administrative Assistant
General Services Department
FOR CITY USE ONLY
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Corporate resolution completed
XX Other requirements (specify) Indemnification Agreement
REVIEWED BY:XCL
TITLE: Administrative Assistant, General Services
DATE:' .� ..
CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
SPECKLED PERCH PARADE
MARCH 12, 2022
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End at NW 7th Avenue and SR 70
Approved by FDOT
Selina Carroll
7/24/2019
Gail Neu
From:
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Sent:
Wednesday, February 9, 2022 2:17 PM
To:
Gail Neu
Subject:
OSP — Permit # 2022-F-191-00006 - New Application Submittal for CITY OF
OKEECHOBEE
Thank you for submitting a new Road Closure application with Permit #: 2022-F-191-00006 through OSP.
For further permit management, you may access your Permit in One -Stop Permitting.
Please do not reply to this email. Replies to this email will not be monitored or responded to.
Gail Neu
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To:
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Cc:
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kim_owens@royjorgensen.com; don na.canrer@dot.state.fl.us;
brad ley. musser@dot.state.fl.us; wayne Jackson@dot.state.fl.us;
John.Anderson@dot.state.fl.us; joel.hobbs@dot.state.fl.us; yleana.baez@dot.state.fl.us;
Lee.Johnson@dot.state.fl.us; robert.allen2@dot.state.fl.us; hosea.smith@dot.state.fl.us;
Ian.Syvertsen@dot.state.fl.us; clinton.mingus@dot.state.fl.us;
william.likens@dot.state.fl.us; corine.burgess@dot.state.fl.us;
michelle.royce@dot.state.fl.us; NECOLE.MARQUEZ@DOT.STATE.FL.US
Subject:
OSP - Permit #: 2022-F-191-00006 Pending Permit Expiration
FDOT Permit # 2022-F-191-00006 I Project Name Okeechobee Speckled Perch Parade will expire on 3/12/2022 . Please
log in to One Stop Permitting to manage permit details.
The notification was sent to the Permittee, District Administators in: 3/12/2022 , Cost Center Admins and Permit
Processors in 191 - Heartland Ops, and the assigned Permit Inspectors and FDOT Engineer for the permit.
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2/18/2021
FDOT - One Stop Permitting
Road Status: Approved
2021 -F-1 91-00003 Closure: Substatus: Approved
Project City of Okeechobee Speckles
Name: Perch Parade 3/13/2021
Application
Manage Permit
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Applicant Information
^ Governmental Entity
Approving Local CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
Government:
Contact Person First GAIL
Name:
Contact Person Last NEU
Name:
Address Line 1: * 55 SE 3RD AVENUE
Address Line 2:
City: * OKEECHOBEE
State: * Florida v
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Gail Neu
From: donotreplyapps@dot.state.fl.us
Sent: Thursday, February 18, 2021 11:18 AM
To: Gail Neu
Subject: OSP - Permit # 2021-F-191-00003 : Status Change to Under Review - Under Review
The permit status for Permit # 2021-F-191-00003 I Project Name: "City of Okeechobee Speckles Perch Parade
3/13/2021" has been set to Under Review - Under Review.
Visit One -Stop Permitting to manage this permit.
Comments:
Under Review
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Gail Neu
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Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2021 2:31 PM
To: Gail Neu
Subject: OSP - Permit # 2021-F-191-00003 : Status Change to Completeness Check -
Resubmitted - CC
The permit status for Permit # 2021-F-191-00003 I Project Name: "City of Okeechobee Speckles Perch Parade
3/13/2021" has been set to Completeness Check - Resubmitted - CC.
Visit One -Stop Permitting to manage this permit.
Comments:
Included the missing supporting documentation that is needed for approval. Please advise if you need any additional
information. Thanks --Gail--
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Gail Neu
From: donotreplyapps@dot.state.fl.us
Sent: Thursday, February 18, 2021 11:19 AM
To: Gail Neu
Subject: OSP — Permit # 2021-F-191-00003 - Permit Approved
FDOT has approved Permit # 2021-F-191-00003 I Project Name: "City of Okeechobee Speckles Perch Parade
3/13/2021".
You may log in to One -Stop Permitting to view your approved permit package.
Click here to download the approved package.
Comments:
Approved
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2/18/2021
Zip Code:
Telephone:
Email:
FDOT - One Stop Permitting
34974
(863) 763-9821 ext.
gneu@cityofokeechobee.com
***- Organization Requesting Special Event
Organization Name: * OKEECHOBEE MAIN STREET INC
Contact Person First ANGIE
Name: *
Contact Person Last GRIFFIN
Name: *
Address Line 1: * 111 NE ND STREET
Address Line 2:
City: * OKEECHOBEE
State: Florida
Zip Code: * 34972
Telephone: * (863) 357-6246 ext.
Email: * GAILPNEU@GMAIL.COM
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--Detoured Traffic
MOT Plan
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Approved by FDOT
Selina Carroll
7/24/2019