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3 Step 3 ‐ Submit application and supplemental information Application materials are available online and at the end of this Guide. The application must include the following items: 1. Completed application form 2. Event site map showing location and event details 3. Preliminary Traffic Control Plan (if required) 4. Other details, as provided in this Guide. Applications may be submitted by email to PWPermits@cob.org or in person at the Permit Center, located in City Hall, 210 Lottie Street, Bellingham, WA 98225. Step 4 ‐ Permit Review and Issuance Applications should be submitted at least 2 months in advance of your event to ensure enough time to work through any issues that may arise. Staff will respond within 7 business days of submittal with an initial review and provide feedback necessary to ensure approval of your permit. This may include a request for changes or additional information needed to approve your application. First amendment events, including rallies, protests, and demonstrations, are exempt from the application deadline and will be processed promptly. The following documents are examples of items that may be required prior to permit issuance: Final Traffic Control Plan Proof of Insurance and Endorsement forms Signature Notification form Copy of liquor license Proof of approval from the Whatcom Transportation Authority, Whatcom Health Department, or other agencies with jurisdiction Vendor list with UBI verification Other information requested by the City to ensure public health/safety and traffic control. Step 5 ‐ Pre‐Event Meeting or Inspection If required by the City (or requested by the applicant), a pre‐ event meeting and/or inspection will be held with City staff and the event sponsor to discuss day‐of logistics and expectations. Applicants will be notified whether a pre‐event meeting or inspection is a condition of the permit, and will work with you to schedule the date and time of this meeting/inspection. Step 6 ‐ Have a Great Event! Make sure the event sponsors, volunteers, and other key people have a copy of the Special Event permit on hand during the event, as well as the Emergency Response & Safety Plan, Traffic Control Plan, and other helpful documents. Procession of the Species, Manuel Rod del Pozo ALL EVENT ADVERTISING AND/OR PROMOTION IS AT YOUR OWN RISK UNTIL YOUR APPLICATION IS APPROVED!

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