Item 8 - Staff ReportCase No.
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S T A F F R E P O R T
August 14, 2026
CASE NO: ZA26-0037
PROJECT: Specific Use Permit for Pride Kel-So
EXECUTIVE
SUMMARY: The applicant is requesting approval of a Specific Use Permit for a Mass
Gathering event for Pride Kelso festival, on property described as Lot 1R,
Block 1, St. Martin in the fields Addition and located at 223 S. Pearson
Lane, City of Southlake, Tarrant County, Texas. Current Zoning: "S-P-2”
Generalized Site Plan District. Applicant: April Dreyson, Dreyson Ventures,
LLC. Property Owner: Alan Bentrup, St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal
Church. SPIN Neighborhood #11.
DETAILS: The applicant is requesting approval of a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for a
mass gathering event for Pride Kel-so festival, to be held on Saturday,
October 3, 2026, at St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church. Attendance
is anticipated to be approximately 2,500 people throughout the day.
The festival will include various vendors, food trucks, live music, and yard
games. The applicant is requesting to hold the event from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00
p.m., with setup beginning at 8:00 a.m. and cleanup concluding by 9:00
p.m. The event will have the presence of private security personnel and
event paramedics on site. Parking will be provided off-site, with shuttles
transporting attendees to and from the event site. The stage is located
within the parking lot. The event footprint indicates 108 10’ x 10’ vendor
tents. The narrative indicates up to 150 vendors. Fencing will be installed
around the vendor tents located on the eastern portion of the property.
ACTION NEEDED: 1) Conduct a Public Hearing
2) Consider Approval of a Specific Use Permit for a Mass Gathering
ATTACHMENTS: (A) Background Information
(B) Vicinity Map
(C) Specific Use Permit Review Summary No. 2 dated August 14, 2026
(D) Surrounding Property Owners Map & Responses
Presentation
Narrative and Plans
Department of Planning & Development Services
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STAFF CONTACT: Dennis Killough (817) 748-8072
Cyndi Cheng (817) 748-8269
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
APPLICANT: April Dreyson, Dreyson Ventures, LLC
OWNER: Alan Bentrup, St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church
PROPERTY SITUATION: 223 S. Pearson Lane
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot 1R, Block 1, St. Martin in the Fields Addition
LAND USE CATEGORY: Public/Semi-Public
CURRENT ZONING: “S-P-2” Generalized Site Plan District
HISTORY:
- The property was annexed into the City in 1987.
- The attendance and scale of the event at the time met the
stipulations for a mass gathering event and, therefore, did not
require a SUP. The first year event was held on October 4, 2025.
- Additional mass gathering SUPs approved at Southlake churches
include:
o White’s Chapel United Methodist Church Christman Festival;
held in 2012. SUP approved March 2012; ZA12-0017. (10-year
approval)
CITIZEN INPUT: Due to the limited scope in this request, this item was not heard by
SPIN or the Corridor Planning Committee.
STAFF COMMENTS: Attached is Specific Use Permit Review Summary No. 2, dated
August 14, 2026.
In considering whether to grant a mass gathering event Specific Use
Permit, the City Council shall consider the following
(Zoning Ordinance Section 45.13):
1) whether there is convenient and safe access for the
ingress and egress of pedestrians and vehicular
traffic.
2) whether sufficient traffic control personnel is proposed
to insure safety to all members of the traveling public,
including pedestrians, along all public roadways in the
proximity of the mass gathering and/or along which
the public is likely to travel to reach the mass
gathering areas shall be provided;
3) whether the mass gathering area is well drained and
so arranged to provide sufficient space for persons
assembled, vehicles, sanitary facilities, and
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appurtenant equipment.
4) whether sufficient illumination will be provided at night
to protect the safety of the persons assembled.
5) whether adequate parking areas, including disabled
persons’ parking spaces, shall be provided for
persons arriving by vehicular means. If the promoter
proposes to utilize temporary off-site parking, then the
promoter the mass gathering event the off-site
temporary parking area will not be utilized for
purposes other than the mass gathering event; and
6) whether adequate provisions have been made for
food supply, medical assistance, garbage disposal,
water supply, parking, sanitation and toilet facilities,
vermin control, and safety.
Additionally, the event is subject to any of the applicable
requirements of the City of Southlake Government Code Chapter 3,
Article II. - Mass Gatherings, Division 1 and Division 2, Sec. 3-31 –
Sec. 3-58), that are not in conflict covered or addressed under the
Specific Use Permit as approved.
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Surrounding Property Owners Map
SPO # Owner Zoning Physical Address Acreage Response
1 MATHEWS-PETER FAMILY
TRUST
SF20A 260 CHESAPEAKE LN 0.01 NR
2 SPRINGER, JERRY SF20A 250 CHESAPEAKE LN 0.01 NR
3 WALLACE, SCOTT SF20A 240 CHESAPEAKE LN 0.01 NR
4 LE, AN RPUD 230 CHESAPEAKE LN 0.00 NR
5 HUON, CHAY RPUD 3140 IRONCLAD CT 0.33 NR
6 VENTURA, KRISTINA RPUD 225 CHESAPEAKE LN 0.41 NR
7 WAISHEK, FIDA RPUD 215 CHESAPEAKE LN 0.41 NR
8 RAJU, MATHAI RPUD 205 CHESAPEAKE LN 0.46 NR
9 CHESAPEAKE PLACE HOA RPUD 201 S PEARSON LN 0.08 NR
10 DUPREE, DENISE D RPUD 235 CHESAPEAKE LN 0.42 NR
11 ALVAREZ, LAMBERTO RPUD 255 CHESAPEAKE LN 0.44 NR
12 JNTJH WANG TRUST RPUD 245 CHESAPEAKE LN 0.39 NR
13 SOUTHLAKE CITY OF RPUD 3150 UNION CHURCH
RD
2.46 NR
14 VENTEICHER, EDWARD R RPUD 3145 IRONCLAD CT 0.42 NR
15 SWANSON, JUSTIN RPUD 3140 POWHATAN CT 0.42 NR
16 BOYD, ERIK RPUD 3145 POWHATAN CT 0.41 NR
17 LYNCH, PATRICK J RPUD 3150 MERRIMAC CT 0.42 NR
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18 MCCOWN, MARY I RPUD 3145 MERRIMAC CT 0.01 NR
19 CLEVELAND, DENNIS E RPUD 3155 MERRIMAC CT 0.37 NR
20 JTP REALTY LLC AG 607 S PEARSON LN 1.02 NR
21 CF2020 LLC SP1 407 S PEARSON LN 0.53 NR
22 HEIMBACH, JEREMY RPUD 405 CHESAPEAKE LN 0.03 O
23 KYEI, SAMUEL RPUD 130 SURREY CT 0.41 NR
24 FINCH, RICHARD RPUD 220 CHESAPEAKE LN 0.39 NR
25 GEARY, DAVID RPUD 3135 IRONCLAD CT 0.43 NR
26 THE BALAKRISHNAN FAMILY
TRUST
RPUD 3130 POWHATAN CT 0.43 NR
27 HOOSER, STEVEN G RPUD 3135 POWHATAN CT 0.42 NR
28 LAUTENSACK FAMILY TRUST RPUD 3140 MERRIMAC CT 0.43 NR
29 NEVILL, GLENN RPUD 3135 MERRIMAC CT 0.38 NR
30 BRINSON, ZACHARY W RPUD 415 CHESAPEAKE LN 0.39 NR
31 CHESAPEAKE PLACE HOA RPUD 121 S PEARSON LN 0.18 NR
32 PATEL-SHAH, NIRALI RPUD 3130 IRONCLAD CT 0.43 NR
33 CENTURY PROPERTY
PARTNERS LLC
SP2 3051 W SOUTHLAKE
BLVD
4.10 NR
34 SUPERINTENDENT OF
CARROLL ISD
NR
35 SUPERINTENDENT OF
GRAPEVINE COLLEYVILLE ISD
NR
36 SUPERINTENDENT OF
NORTHWEST ISD
NR
37 SUPERINTENDENT OF KELLER
ISD
NR
1000 ST MARTIN IN-THE-FIELDS
EPIS
SP2 223 S PEARSON LN 11.57
Surrounding Property Owner Responses
Responses: F: In Favor O: Opposed U: Undecided NR: No Response
Notices Sent: Thirty-seven (37)
Responses Received:
Within 200’: O: One (1)
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SPECIFIC USE PERMIT REVIEW SUMMARY
Case No.: ZA26-0037 Review No.: Two Date of Review: 08/14/26
Project Name: Specific Use Permit – Pride Kel-So
APPLICANT: OWNER:
April Dreyson Alan Bentrup (St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal
Church)
681 Union Stockyard Blvd. #2102 223 S. Pearson Lane
Fort Worth, Texas Southlake, Texas 76092
CITY STAFF HAS REVIEWED THE ABOVE REFERENCED PROJECT RECEIVED BY THE CITY
ON 08/03/26 AND WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS. THESE STIPULATIONS ARE
HEREBY MADE CONDITIONS OF SITE PLAN APPROVAL UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AMENDED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR NEED FURTHER CLARIFICATION,
PLEASE CONTACT CYNDI CHENG AT (817) 748-8269.
1. Provide primary, secondary, and tertiary dates for the event.
* The revised event map indicates a reduction in the overall footprint. The map shows 108 10’ x
10’ tents, compared to the original footprint, which included 164 tents, one 20’ x 60’ VIP tent,
and a stage. While these changes may not yet be reflected in the narrative, it currently
indicates up to 150 vendors.
* The event narrative indicates a 12 PM opening to the public; however, the safety plan and
latest review response indicate that the event will run from 2 PM to 6 PM.
* Excerpt of Mass Gathering Event requirements from Section 45 of the Zoning Ordinance:
• Please address the following provisions listed below or provide a reason as to why the
provision does not apply to your event. If the provision has been requested and
addressed by the review comments within this document, please mark it as N/A.
*This has been provided on a separate document.
45.13 MASS GATHERING EVENT
1. The City Council may grant an application for a specific use permit for a mass gathering event
if it finds the standards in this Ordinance are met. When considering an application for a
permit, the City Council may establish specific conditions depending upon the nature of the
proposed event and the traffic, health, and safety issues
2. An application for a permit to hold a mass gathering event shall identify (i) the promoter; (ii) the
mass gathering area; (iii) the maximum number of patrons anticipated or tickets to be sold for
the gathering; (iv) the dates and time of day being considered for the mass gathering; (v)
information pertaining to previous mass gatherings in the same mass gathering area or
sponsored by the promoter or a related entity at other locations, within the previous two years;
and (vi) shall provide other information which is reasonably related to the health, safety and
welfare of the citizens, including:
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1) a plan describing all measures and procedures designed to address safety concerns,
including provisions for protecting the safety of those attendees at a general admission
event;
2) a sketch or rendering showing the general layout or configuration of the mass gathering
area and depicting the general location of the activities and facilities to be provided;
3) the name and address of each performer who has agreed to or been invited to appear at
the mass gathering;
4) the address of the property at which the mass gathering is to be held; and
5) evidence of the agreement between the promoter and the property owner for use of said
property for the mass gathering event.
3. In considering whether to grant a mass gathering event special use permit, the City Council
shall consider the following:
1) whether there is convenient and safe access for the ingress and egress of pedestrians and
vehicular traffic;
2) whether sufficient traffic control personnel is proposed to insure safety to all members of
the traveling public, including pedestrians, along all public roadways in the proximity of the
mass gathering and/or along which the public is likely to travel to reach the mass gathering
areas shall be provided;
3) whether the mass gathering area is well drained and so arranged to provide sufficient
space for persons assembled, vehicles, sanitary facilities, and appurtenant equipment;
4) whether sufficient illumination will be provided at night to protect the safety of the persons
assembled.
5) whether adequate parking areas, including disabled persons’ parking spaces, shall be
provided for persons arriving by vehicular means. If the promoter proposes to utilize
temporary off-site parking, then the promoter the mass gathering event the off-site
temporary parking area will not be utilized for purposes other than the mass gathering
event; and
6) whether adequate provisions have been made for food supply, medical assistance,
garbage disposal, water supply, parking, sanitation and toilet facilities, vermin control, and
safety.
d. The promoter of a mass gathering event shall comply with the following requirements during
the mass gathering event and these requirements shall be deemed as part of a specific use
permit granted for such an event:
1) Food Supply
Food preparation, service and storage will be provided for pursuant to the requirements of the
Texas State Department of Health, the county in which the mass gathering event takes place,
or the City, whichever is more stringent.
2) Water Supply
a) An adequate, safe supply of potable water, meeting the requirements of the Texas
State Department of Health, the county in which the mass gathering event takes place,
or the City, whichever is more stringent, shall be provided.
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b) Transported water, if used, shall be obtained from an approved source, stored and
dispensed in an approved manner. Approval as used in this paragraph means in
compliance with standards adopted by the Texas State Department of Health, the
county in which the mass gathering takes place, or the City, whichever is more
stringent.
3) Sanitation
Toilet facilities will be provided for pursuant to the requirements of the Texas State Department
of Health, the county in which the mass gathering event takes place, or the City, whichever is
more stringent.
4) Refuse Disposal
a) Refuse shall be collected, stored, and transported in a manner that allows for recycling
and protects against odor, infestation of insects and/or rodents and any other condition,
which poses a threat to the health, safety, and welfare of the patrons of the mass
gathering event or the public.
b) Refuse and recycling containers shall be clearly marked and readily accessible.
c) The area where motor vehicles are parked shall have one (1) fifty (50) gallon refuse
container or its equivalent for every twenty-five (25) such motor vehicles or one (1)
sixteen (16) cubic yard trash container for every two thousand (2,000) motor vehicles
and an appropriate number of recycling containers.
d) All refuse will be collected from the assembly area at least twice each twelve (12) hour
period of the assembly, with a minimum of two (2) such collections for a gathering
exceeding six (6) hours, or more often if necessary, and disposed of at a licensed
waste disposal facility.
e) The grounds and immediate surrounding property shall be cleared of refuse within
twenty-four (24) hours following a mass gathering event.
f) In lieu of the above-mentioned requirements in this subsection, the promoter may
submit an alternative plan for refuse disposal for the consideration by the City Council.
5) Vermin Control
Insect, rodents, and other vermin shall be controlled by proper, sanitary practices,
extermination, or other safe and effective control methods, where necessary, and animal
parasites shall be controlled.
6) Safety
a) Electrical systems shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the provisions
of the applicable State standards and local standards and regulations, and shall be
approved by a City of Southlake electrical inspector.
b) Grounds, buildings, and related facilities shall be constructed, maintained and used in
a manner as to prevent fire and in accordance with the applicable State and City fire
prevention regulations.
c) Internal and external traffic and security control shall meet requirements of the
applicable State and local law enforcement agencies.
d) At least one law enforcement officer for each 500 persons expected to attend the mass
gathering (but not fewer than a total of three officers) shall be on site to assist in crowd
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and traffic control. The City Council may require additional or fewer officers, depending
upon the information contained in the application. If the promoter intends to use
private security officers, then the identity and number of such officers shall be
described in the application.
e) The promoter shall ensure that adequate communication between local law
enforcement, fire prevention, and emergency personnel and any private security
personnel, including emergency response protocols, is provided for each mass
gathering event. An on-site communications center may be required.
7) Medical
a) Any and all medical buildings or tents with adequate medical supplies shall be
available in a convenient location and shall be clearly identified as such.
b) An adequate number of emergency vehicles duly licensed by the State of Texas as
ambulance shall be available on the site beginning one half hour before the mass
gathering event begins and until all patrons have left the scene as determined by the
Director of Public Safety.
c) The promoter of the mass gathering event may be required to contact hospitals in the
local area prior to the date of the event and advise them that a mass gathering event
shall be held and the approximate number of people expected to attend.
8) Noise
The promoter shall control the level of sound emanating from the mass gathering area
pursuant to the City’s Noise Ordinance (Article III of Chapter 11, Southlake Code).
9) Area
a) Trees, underbrush, large rocks and other natural features shall be left intact and
undisturbed whenever possible, and natural vegetative cover will be retained, protected
and maintained so far as possible to facilitate drainage, prevent erosion, and preserve
scenic attributes.
b) Grounds shall be maintained free from accumulations of refuse and any health and
safety hazards.
10) Lighting
The mass gathering area shall be adequately lighted, but the lighting shall not
unreasonably reflect beyond the assembly area boundaries unless adjacent properties are
uninhabited and must comply with the City’s Lighting Ordinance;
11) Alcoholic Beverages
a) A Specific Use Permit is required to sell and consume alcoholic beverages at a mass
gathering event. The promoter shall restrict the time and location of such sale so that
alcoholic beverages are sold only during the particular event and so that public safety
and order will not be impaired.
b) The promoter shall comply fully with the laws of the State of Texas regulating the sale
and consumption of alcoholic beverages.
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12) Sell-out
The promoter shall notify the Director of Public Safety at least three (3) days in advance if
the mass gathering event is sold out. When the promoter learns that a particular event is
likely to be sold out, the promoter shall exercise due diligence to promptly inform the
general public that tickets will not be available for sale at the time of the event. At a
minimum, the promoter shall broadcast announcements in the communications media
serving the entire marketing area for the facility regarding the substance of the preceding
sentence.
e. Public Costs Escrow-A promoter may be required to deposit with the Director of Finance at
least two weeks prior to the mass gathering event an amount of money equal to 120% of the
estimated public costs of each contemplated mass gathering as set by the City Council. The
Director of Public Safety will prepare a public cost estimate and submit it to City Council and the
promoter. Public costs are those costs incurred by the City in connection with the mass
gathering event which relate to the mass gathering and which would not be incurred by the City
if such mass gathering was not held. Promptly after each mass gathering event, the actual
public costs shall be calculated, and the deposit shall be refunded to the promoter to the extent
it exceeds the actual public costs incurred. If the actual public costs exceed the amount
deposited, the promoter shall pay the excess to the City within 10 days after being so notified.
f. The promoter may be required to present evidence of public liability insurance in at least the
following amounts: (i) $1,000,000 Bodily Injury (per person); (ii) $2,000,000 Bodily Injury (per
occurrence); and (iii) $1,000,000 property damage, which insurance policy shall name the City,
its officers and employees as additional insureds and shall contain a clause providing that the
policy may not be canceled by either party except upon not less than 30 days written notice to
the City. A copy of the insurance policy shall be provided to the City at the time of the filing of
the application. Additionally, the City, its officers and employees shall be named as additional
insureds.
g. The City Council or Administrative Official may revoke a mass gathering event permit issued
pursuant to this Ordinance upon finding of one or more of the following:
1) that the promoter has violated one or more of the provisions of the specific use permit;
2) if the City Council finds that the permit was obtained by fraud or misrepresentation; or
3) if the preparations for the mass gathering event will not be completed prior to the planned
commencement of the mass gathering event.
45.5 FACTORS TO BE CONSIDERED - In granting or denying an application for a specific use permit,
the City Council shall take into consideration the following factors:
a. Safety of the motoring public and of pedestrians using the facility and the area immediately
surrounding the site.
b. Safety from fire hazard, and measures for fire control.
c. Protection of adjacent property from flood or water damage.
d. Noise producing elements; and glare of vehicular and stationary lights and effect of such lights
on established character of the neighborhood.
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e. Location, lighting and type of signs; and relation of signs to traffic control and adverse effect on
adjacent properties.
f. Street size and adequacy of pavement width for traffic and reasonably expected to be
generated by the proposed use around the site and in the immediate neighborhood.
g. Adequacy of parking, as determined by requirements of this chapter for off-street parking
facilities for similar uses; location of ingress and egress points for parking and off-street
loading spaces; and protection of the public health by all-weather surfacing on all parking
areas to control dust.
h. Such other measures as will secure and protect the public health, safety, morals and general
welfare.
Informational Comments:
*Sign and/or tent permits may also be required. If approved for multiple years, these
permits must be submitted every year.
* Please note that any or all of the Mass Gathering regulations may be applied to your event. See
Zoning Ordinance No. 480, as amended, Section 45.13.
* On the date(s) of the event, anything that requires inspection cannot be moved, modified, or
changed after inspection.
* No obstructions of any kind are allowed on sidewalks or walkways.
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Tree Conservation/Landscape Review
Case No. ZA26-0037 Review No. One Dated: April 21, 2026 Number of Pages: 1_
Project Name: St. Martin In-The-Field – Pride Kel-So (SUP)
Contact: Keith Martin Phone: (817) 748-8229 Fax: (817) 481-5713
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The following comments are based on the review of plans received on April 13, 2026 . Comments
designated with a number may be incorporated into the formal review to be considered by either the
Planning and Zoning Commission or City Council. Other items will not be addressed by either the
P&Z or City Council. It is the applicant’s responsibility to contact the department representative
shown above and make modifications as required by the comment.
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* No comments.
* Indicates informational comment.
# Indicates required items comment.
E-mail: kmartin@ci.southlake.tx.us
Keith Martin
Landscape Administrator
Phone: (817) 748-8229
Public Works/Engineering Review
No comments.
Sandra Endy, P.E.
Development Engineer
Phone: (817) 748-8033
E-mail: sendy@ci.southlake.tx.us
Building Inspections Review
No comments.
Susan Hernandez
Deputy Building Official
Phone: (817) 748-8238
E-mail: shernandez@ci.southlake.tx.us
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Fire Department Review
Case No. ZA26-0037 Review No. 1 Dated: 04/30/2026 Number of Pages: 1
Project Name: 223 S Pearson Ln – Pride Kel-So
Contact: Lorenzo Chavez, Fire Marshal Phone: 817-748-8671 Fax: 817-748-8181
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The following comments are based on the review of plans received on 04/14/2026. Comments may
be incorporated into the formal review to be considered by either the Planning and Zoning
Commission or City Council. It is the applicant’s responsibility to contact the department
representative shown above and make modifications as required by the comment.
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GENERAL COMMENTS:
Maintain an unobstructed fire lane at all times – at the last event, event personnel were parked in the
fire lane and asked to move.
Tents exceeding 400 sq ft will require a separate TENT permit and all tents must meet the
requirements of Ch. 31 of the 2021 International Fire Code -- at the last event, VIP tent did not pass
initial fire inspection and had to be altered to remain on site.
Contact and coordination with the Fire Marshals Office will need to occur for food truck and tent
inspections.
Lorenzo Chavez
Fire Marshal
Phone: (817) 748-8671
E-mail: lchavez@ci.southlake.tx.us
Police Department Review
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I have contacted the Dreysons multiple times over the past week and left a voicemail. On Monday, I
spoke with Finance, and Nicole Bradshaw sent them an email containing an updated and detailed
breakdown of last year’s invoice. She also provided the new link to the payment portal. As of today,
we have not received payment or had any further contact from the Dreysons.
If the decision is made to reduce the event footprint, as suggested in the comments provided during
the SUP review, I believe we would not require the same level of personnel as last year.
Personnel Staffing:
Should the event be considered for hosting in Southlake next year, it is recommended that the same
level of public safety staffing—ten (10) personnel—be maintained. This staffing level provided
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appropriate coverage, ensured consistent visibility throughout the venue, and allowed for rapid
response to emerging situations.
Traffic Unit Deployment:
The deployment of two motorcycle traffic officers proved highly effective. Their mobility allowed for
rapid response across the event footprint, particularly in congested or pedestrian-heavy areas. This
capability significantly improved response times and should remain a component of future event
planning.
Drone Operations:
The drone unit was an invaluable asset and performed exceptionally well, providing real-time
situational awareness and enhanced safety oversight. If the event is held at the same location with a
similar footprint, the addition of a second drone unit is recommended. This would expand aerial
coverage, improve monitoring capabilities, and minimize downtime associated with battery changes.
UTV Utilization:
The use of the department’s Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) is also recommended for future events. The
UTV provided versatile mobility, allowing multiple officers to respond quickly across the large footprint,
particularly in areas not accessible by standard patrol vehicles. Its use improved both response
efficiency and officer visibility.
Private Security Coordination:
Event security personnel were professional and easy to work with throughout the operation. However,
it should be noted that any enforcement actions requiring arrest authority must be handled by
Southlake personnel. Accordingly, it is important that sworn personnel remain on-site and readily
available to address such situations.
Event Footprint and Layout:
From a security perspective, the event footprint was overly expansive, spanning several acres, which
created challenges for both attendee movement and effective coverage. It is recommended that event
organizers consider reducing the footprint in future iterations. Attendance levels did not necessitate
the size of the current layout, and a more compact design would enhance security efficiency, reduce
response times, and improve the overall attendee experience.
Myles Jenkins
Police Captain, Patrol
Phone: (817) 748-8336
E-mail: mjenkins@ci.southlake.tx.us
Parks and Recreation Review
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This is next to a city park (Chesapeake Park). Parks staff will be notified that any items that get called
in regarding the event are not CITY related and considered a private event on private property.
Junior Camacho
Parks Manager
Phone: (817) 748- 8357
E-mail: Jcamacho@ci.southlake.tx.us
General Informational Comments
* No review of proposed signs is intended with this site plan. A separate building permit is
required prior to construction of any signs.
* Building permit(s) are required prior to commencement of any work.
* All lighting must comply with the Lighting Ordinance No. 693, as amended.