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Consider approving a resolution delegating to the City Manager the power to authorize external use of trademarked City of Lawton logos.
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INITIATOR: Caitlin Gatlin, Communications & Marketing Manager
STAFF INFORMATION SOURCE: Caitlin Gatlin, Communications & Marketing Manager
BACKGROUND: The City of Lawton secured trademarks for specific department logos to include the City of Lawton bison logo, Lawton Fire, Lawton Public Library, and Lawton Police, at the end of 2023. On January 23, 2024, Lawton City Council approved Ordinance 24-007, which amended Section 1-1-120 of Lawton City Code, establishing that trademarked images require approval for external use. Lawton City Code Section 1-1-120 states Council may delegate authority to approve external logo usage to the City Manager if desired.
EXHIBIT: City Logo Resolution Delegating Authority
Ordinance 24-007
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STAFF RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION: Approve a resolution delegating to the City Manager the power to authorize external use of trademarked City of Lawton images.