Captain Jeff Ramsey issuing a Special Events Permit.

The Town of Cornelius requires that all organizations or persons who are planning an event in the Town of Cornelius obtain a permit from the police department. The application must be filed not less than two (2) weeks before the date on which the event is to take place. The application gives the police department information on the event such as where and when the event will take place, the number of persons who will be attending and what type of services may be required from the Town of Cornelius. There is no charge for the permit. The permit helps the police department plan and schedule the different events which occur in the town and allows us the opportunity to offer police and fire services. If you are planning an event in the Town of Cornelius, you can come to the Cornelius Police Department during the week from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. to obtain a copy of the Special Events Permit or contact Captain J.W. Ramsey at 892-1363.

A hard copy of the Special Events Permit is available at our office or by mail.

Please provide the following information to the Cornelius Police Department as necessary.

ABC Permits: Required permits from Mecklenburg County Alcohol Beverage Control Board for service of all alcoholic beverages. (704) 376-7444

Building Permits: Required permits from Mecklenburg County Building Standards for any temporary or permanent structures, electrical wiring, tents, cooking facilities, etc. (704) 336-4180

Emergency Medical Services: A description of the first aid or emergency medical staffing may need to be included. Provision of emergency medical services may be either at the event or on an “on-call” basis. Cornelius Fire Rescue (704) 892-1544

Fire Department Permits: Required permits from Mecklenburg County Fire Marshall’s Office for any parade floats, open flames, fireworks or pyrotechnics, vehicle fuel, cooking facilities, tents, air supported structures, canopies, or other fabric shelters. (704) 336-2154

Food Service Permits: Required permits from Mecklenburg County Environmental Health Department for any food service. (704) 335-5530

Noise: Description of any noise, music, or sound amplification devices that will be at the event including intended hours.

Sanitation: You will need to explain your plan of action to promote and maintain a sanitary environment. Include number and location of trash containers to be provided for the event. Indicate who will be responsible for making sure the event location is cleaned after the event. Describe the number, type, and location of portable toilets to be provided for the event (or permanent toilets to be used for the event).

Security And Safety Procedures: In certain circumstances a building permit and fire department permit will need to be obtained. A description of first aid staffing may also be needed. Additionally, medical services may need to be provided for the event. (704) 875-1457 - North Mecklenburg Rescue Squad

By submitting this form, I understand and agree that any Permit issued pursuant to this application is issued on the condition that the answers herein given are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. I further understand and agree that all terms and conditions specified within this application as well as any additional terms and conditions set forth by any responsible governmental agency shall apply to each member of my organization who will participate in the event for which the permit is to be issued.

Note: Due to manpower requirements, the Cornelius Police Department may require the use of off-duty police officers for a Special Event. Payment of all off-duty personnel will be the responsibility of the sponsoring organization.

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA - MECKLENBURG COUNTY

In consideration of TOWN'S granting an appropriate permit to APPLICANT to sponsor or conduct a special event APPLICANT agrees to waive, release from and hold harmless TOWN as to any and all claims of whatever nature in law or equity which may be alleged by APPLICANT to arise as result of, or as part of, the event for which this permit is issued.

APPLICANT further agrees to defend and indemnify the TOWN its agents and employees, from any claims, judgements or other remedy that any third person may seek arising from the conduct of the TOWN regarding the event for which this permit is issued.

It is specifically understood that the TOWN in issuing this permit is in no way a sponsor of this event.

APPLICANT whose submits this form, in executing this agreement certifies that he is duly authorized to bind himself and all others who will participate in the proposed event and does hereby bind same to the terms of this agreement.