HomeMy WebLinkAboutCSD-18-090 - Noise Exemption - Bingemans Special Event SeriesREPORT TO: Community and Infrastructure Services Committee
DATE OF MEETING: June 18, 2018
SUBMITTED BY: Gloria MacNeil, Director of By-law Enforcement, 519-741-2200,
ext. 7952
PREPARED BY: Gloria MacNeil, Director of By-law Enforcement, 519-741-2200,
ext. 7952
WARD(S) INVOLVED: 1
DATE OF REPORT: May 30, 2018
REPORT NO.: CSD- 18-090
SUBJECT: NOISE EXEMPTION BINGEMANS 425 BINGEMAN CENTRE
DRIVE BINGEMANS SPECIAL EVENT SERIES
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RECOMMENDATION:
That an exemption to Chapter 450 (Noise) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code
be granted to Bingemans for several events being held at 425 Bingeman Centre
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Drive, as outlined in the letter provided by Mark Bingeman, dated May 29, 2018,
attached to Report CSD-18-090
This exemption is subject to the following conditions, which, if not complied with,
will render the noise exemption null and void:
a) There shall be no offensive language, in the opinion of City staff, generated
from the music events, audible in any adjacent residential neighbourhood.
The event organizers will ensure that there is an on-site contact person
accessible to correspond with City staff at all times during the event(s);
b) The event organizer will be responsible for the cost of a pay-duty Noise
Officer, to be assigned specifically to these event(s);
c) The event organizers agree to respond accordingly to requests from City
staff, during the event(s), in order to address community concerns that
may arise with regard to the impact of noise heard within adjacent
residential areas; and
d) The maximum decibel level (dba) audible from a residential area shall not
exceed 65 dba.
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BACKGROUND:
Bingemans is a new venue that will be holding several events over the
summer season. This venue will host a variety of different types of events, including
music concerts, food festivals, as well as other types of programming, they are
requesting a noise exemption for several dates, the start times will vary depending on
the event however none of the events will go past 11pm.
REPORT:
Bingemans has expanded their event grounds facilities to accommodate more and
larger outdoor events. This new space is an outdoor venue that will
allow for the continuation and growth of events of all sizes and uses, including corporate
events, community festivals, music concerts and many other activities. In addition to
these, there will be the ability for community groups to use the space for unique
initiatives which will assist in building increased capacity for community based tourism
events.
The capacity of the venue for events will range from 5000 to 16,000 patrons depending
on the type of event and will vary in terms of start time however none of these events
will be scheduled past 11pm.
Bingemans has been able to confirm some programming dates for the summer season,
however not all dates have been finalized or released. As this is their first year, they are
still working through some of the details with the programming and contracts and are
requesting consideration on potential proposed dates, as well as dates that have been
confirmed with specific events.
The dates below have been confirmed:
Sean Paul July 20, 2018 7pm 10pm
Barenaked Ladies July 21, 2018
I L August 19, 2018 6:30pm 10pm and;
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Food Festival with Live Music September 7, 8, and 9
The following dates are potential event dates that are still being considered/negotiated,
staff have been advised that not all of the dates below will be used. Staff do not have
any additional details relating to the potential event dates listed below at this time.
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June 23, 29 or 30
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July 1,6 and 18
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August 10, 11, 17
The stage design for the new venue is directed (facing) North East which will allow the
sound to travel through a large wooded and industrial area out towards the city limits,
which should minimize impact on surrounding neighbouring properties.
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It should be noted that weather conditions can play a role with regard to sound
dispersion. At this point we would not be able to predict the impact of weather during
these events however it will be closely monitored during the event.
Staff will work with the event organizers andwill conduct sound testing to ensure the
sound output conforms with the prescribed dba level that has been recommended.The
event producers will implement as many possible noise mitigation efforts through
placement as well as technology advances for each of the event(s).
The By-law Enforcement Division will be assigning a Noise Officer to monitor the
event(s). The event organizers will ensure that there is an on-site contact available
during the event(s) who will be available to By-law Enforcement staff, if required, to
address any concerns raised.
ALIGNMENT WITH CITY OF KITCHENER STRATEGIC PLAN:
The recommendation of this report supports the achievement of the strategic
vision through the delivery of core service.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
It is anticipated that the cost of a paid duty Noise Officer, will be a minimum of $150 for
each event, depending on the length of the event. This cost will be billed to the event
organizer.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: The event organizer is responsible for ensuring that this
event is communicated throughout the community in advance of the event.
ACKNOWLEDGED BY: Michael May, Deputy CAO, Community Services Department
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May 29, 2018
Ms. Gloria MacNeil
Director, By-law Enforcement
City of Kitchener
33 Ontario St. N
Kitchener, ON N2H 4Y3
Dear Ms. MacNeil,
Bingemans will be hosting several events over the summer season and are requesting a blanket noise
exception for these events at our property. Event times will vary in terms of start time, however none
of these will be scheduled beyond 11pm. The event sizes will range from 5000 patrons to approx.
16,000 patrons in most cases.
As has occurred in previous years events, the event producers will have a keen eye to implement as
many possible noise mitigation efforts through placement as well as technology advances.
Although not all programing is finalized, the potential dates that are being considered are as follows:
(please note that not all these dates will be programed with events)
Highlighted dates are secured bookings.
June 23, 29 or 30
July 1, 6, 20, 21, 28
August 10, 11, 17, 19
September 7,8,9 a food festival with live music
September 14, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact myself directly.
Thank you again in advance.
Sincerely,
Mark Bingeman
President
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