REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Travis Hopkins, City Manager
VIA: Ashley Wysocki, Director of Community & Library Services
PREPARED BY: Chris Cole, Community & Library Services Manager
Subject:
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Approve and authorize execution of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Premier Girls Fastpitch, Inc. for the use of Huntington Beach Facilities
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Statement of Issue:
In 2010, Premier Girls Fastpitch, Inc (PGF) began holding their championship tournament in Huntington Beach at the Huntington Central Park Sports Complex. In 2013, the City Council approved a three-year contract with PGF to allow for future planning. In 2014, a new agreement was executed allowing PGF to host a championship event through 2019. Since 2020, PGF has been issued a Facility Use Permit to host the annual championship event. Due to the increased popularity of Girls Fastpitch locally and nationally, there is a need to approve a MOU with PGF to allow for continued operation of championship tournaments.
Financial Impact:
Not applicable.
Recommended Action:
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Approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the "Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Huntington Beach and Premier Girls Fastpitch, Inc for the Use of Huntington Beach Facilities."
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Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve the recommended action and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
The City of Huntington Beach has hosted a one-week PGF Championship Tournament since 2010. The mission of PGF is to provide a national platform on which fastpitch softball players can demonstrate their individual and team-enhancing skills, competing against the "Best of the Best" players and teams. The event includes a variety of games at the Huntington Central Park Sports Complex, showcasing our beautiful sports facility and providing an opportunity for families to spend time together.
PGF management approached the City o...
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