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06/11/2018 Pyrospectaculars, Inc. (the licensed fireworks company) has received approval from the US Coast Guard and the "Marine Events Permit" is attached for reference. With the approval from the US Coast Guard to launch the fireworks from Wharf #4, we do not have to coordinate the use of a barge and the associated costs, insurance and logistics requirements. The show will last for approximately 20 minutes and will begin at 9:30 pm. The fireworks vendor has obtained all necessary permits in accordance with State law. Copies of these permits have been provided to the City's Fire Marshal. Provisions for maintaining the Safetv Zone: The US Coast Guard regulations require a minimum safety zone of 560' away from the launch site. It was agreed at the planning meeting with City staff, Port staff, and the Pyrotechnic company representatives that the safety zone will be delineated at a 700' radius (See image on next page). Therefore, no watercraft will be permitted to anchor or remain in the deep water turning basin during the display. The City of Redwood City requests support from the Port to communicate with the Sea Scouts of the Pacific Skyline Council to provide ships, if available, to help define the safety zone and to keep water craft from entering the safety zone. The Sea Scout vessels must be moved from the Wharf 4 area to ensure the safety of the launch site and property. It is the City's understanding from previous fireworks shows that the Sea Scouts will have radio communication and the ability to issue verbal warnings to boaters in the area that is closed. In advance of the fireworks show, the Sea Scouts will position their vessels as to close/block access to the turning basin and the safety zone. The Sea Scouts will also monitor the arrival of any watercraft that needs to transit the area to ensure the watercraft will clear the safety zone prior to the start of the show. The Sea Scouts are part of the emergency plan for the Coast Guard and can provide additional communications and on the water support capabilities. The City's Police Boat and Fire Boat will be in the water to patrol, provide assistance, and communicate with the Sea Scouts and Coast Guard if necessary. The Fire Boat will provide fire and medical emergency services and deploy a boom to delineate the safety zone. In addition, no shore spectators will be permitted in the industrial area near Wharf#4 and Wharf #5. The City requests that the Port notify all tenants, contractors, and vendors of the firework show and restrictions. The City also requests that an on-site contact from the Port is available to access areas as needed and to assist with the removal of any spectators that may have entered into any restricted area. Use of the public access area of Seaport Court The City will provide uniformed private security personnel (12 confirmed with one supervisor on site), Police Cadets, CERT team members, and Police Officers to direct AM/RESO.0047/CC RESO DESIGNATING STREET CLOSURES FOR FOURTH OF JULY RESO. NO. 15671 REV: 05-30-18 MI MUFF NO. 604 Page 10 of 12