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Consider approving Operating and Professional Services Agreement, providing entertainment and fireworks for the 7th Annual Freedom Festival by LimeLight Productions and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the contract.
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INITIATOR: Christine James, Parks and Recreation Director
STAFF INFORMATION SOURCE: Jason Poudrier, Arts and Humanities Administrator
BACKGROUND: The City of Lawton has contracted with Limelight Entertainment since 2015 to coordinate the City of Lawton’s Firework Display. They have provided excellent, quality service, without incident. In 2021, their multi-year contract ended with the City and it was determined that a new contract would have to be initiated each year. Limelight entertainment will work with the Arts and Humanities Division to coordinate the fireworks display, all-stage and sound needs, and a headline performer.
EXHIBIT: 2023 LimeLight Professional Services Agreement
KEY ISSUES: Contract is needed to be approved to guarantees the City’s Commitment to providing the largest firework display in Southwest, OK.
FUNDING SOURCE: Hotel/Motel Tax
STAFF RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Operating and Professional Services Agreement, providing entertainment and fireworks for the 7th Annual Freedom Festival by LimeLight Productions and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the contract.