CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
ACTION REQUESTED:
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Pass the ordinance establishing temporary traffic control plans and issue a special event permit, including an amplifier permit, for the annual Naperville Women's Half Marathon and 5K on Sunday, April 19, 2020
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DEPARTMENT: City Clerk's Office
SUBMITTED BY: Dawn Portner, Special Events Coordinator
BOARD/COMMISSION REVIEW:
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BACKGROUND:
City staff receives a significant amount of feedback from residents and businesses regarding race and parade routes and consistently works to reduce traffic congestion and minimize inconvenience to residents, businesses, and churches. The Downtown Naperville Alliance (DNA) is a regular participant in meetings when events are in, or near, the downtown and approves of both the half marathon and 5K route.
DISCUSSION:
The route and traffic control plan are depicted on the attached maps. Select portions of the race route will be No Parking/Tow Zones and posted accordingly. The course closures are staggered and will be expertly managed by the Naperville Police Department and the Department of Public Works. The roads will reopen as runners clear each course section and deemed appropriate by public safety personnel.
Race Duration
The organizer is estimating no more than 4,000 participants. The half marathon will begin at 7:00 a.m. and the 5K will begin at 7:15 a.m. The last runner of the event is expected to cross the finish line by 10:30 a.m.
Course Flow
The course is entirely east of the core downtown area. Washington Street will remain open to two-way traffic with only the northbound curb lane closed for runners. Detour routes and access plans are also in place to maintain vehicular access in the Washington Street area during the race.
Multi-Jurisdiction Status
The majority of the course is located within Naperville's jurisdiction, although a small portion is located in DuPage County. The event organizer will obtain proper permits to operate within DuPage ...
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