HomeMy WebLinkAboutIR 7172 INFORMAL REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS No. 7172
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Subject:
SECOND ANNUAL FOR WORTH INTERNATIONAL AIRFEST
Officials of Fort Worth International Airfest Inc. , have approached
staff regarding their tentative plans to hold the Second Annual Fort
Worth International Airfest October 17th and 18th, 1987 at Fort Worth
Meacham Airport. On January 15, 1987 the Chairman of the Aviation
Advisory Board presented the concept to the Aviation Advisory Board.
The Board gave their approval subject to the Airfest staff being able
to satisfy Aviation staff concerns, a few of which include: adequate
event notification, parking arrangements and adequate insurance
requirements.
As you may recall, -the first annual Airfest was held last October at
Oak Grove Airport in south Fort Worth. During the two-day event over
50,000 persons attended. It is estimated .by Airfest officals that
over $60 million was pumped into the Fort Worth economy as a result of
the Airfest.
rUnless directed otherwise, staff will proceed to work with the Airfest
staff in planning for the 1987 Airfest.- It is anticipated that
attendance will range from 60,000 to 80,000 and infuse the local
economy with an economic benefit greater than the amount experienced
last year. To this end, Fort Worth International Airfest Inc. staff
also intends to work with Northside businesses to maximize the
economic benefit.
If you would like additional information, please advise.
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ouglas Harman 7
City Manager
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