Special Events Team Meeting

This City of Boise Special Events Team meeting held on August 19, 2026, focused primarily on planning and logistics for upcoming community events, including the High Park Street Fair and the Boise Pride Festival. Key procurement-related discussions included the selection and confirmation of vendors such as Mav Event Services for security and PortaPros for liquor services, as well as arrangements for stages, fencing, and waste management. The team reviewed vendor layouts, security plans, medical support, traffic control, and partnerships with local transit and scooter services to enhance accessibility. They also discussed vendor compliance with sustainability practices and the use of fire-retardant materials. Several action items involved finalizing permits, stage specifications, and traffic control plans, with coordination among city departments and external partners to ensure smooth event execution. No new contracts or budget allocations were explicitly mentioned, but vendor selections and service agreements were confirmed for the events.