TO: The Honorable Board of County Commissioners
FROM: Michael C. Zito, Deputy County Administrator
DATE: April 21, 2025
SUBJECT: Request to Use Holman Stadium for Centennial Event, Hoses vs. Handcuffs on May 31, 2025
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BACKGROUND
In celebration of Indian River County’s Centennial, we are planning an event at Jackie Robinson Training Complex. The planned event is “Hoses vs. Handcuffs”, is a co-ed softball game between with the Indian River County Fire Department (IRCFD) and Indian River County Sheriff’s Office (IRCSO). The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Holman Stadium. VeroTown LLC has reviewed this request and has confirmed stadium availability.
Section 6.04 of the Facility Use Agreement between the County and VeroTown, LLC allows the County use of the facility for up to two (2) days annually for education, entertainment, and community enrichment purposes. The County will engage VeroTown, LLC to conduct beer and wine sales at the event in accordance with state and local law. VeroTown, LLC will be responsible for all required permits and liquor liability insurance, and to arrange for any additional security necessary to responsibly conduct beer and wine sales at the event.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommended Action
Staff respectfully requests that the Board of County Commission, authorize the Centennial Committee to utilize Holman Stadium for the Indian River County Fire Department vs. Indian River County Sheriff's Office softball game.