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A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Management Agreement With The Rhythm Foundation, Inc. For The Operation, Programming, And Management Of The ArtsPark At Young Circle In An Annual Amount Of $150,000.00 In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(9) Of The Procurement Code. (Best Interest)
Strategic Plan Focus
Quality of Life & Strong Neighborhoods
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Staff Recommends: Approval of the attached Resolution.
Explanation:
The Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts (“PRCA”) requires a Management Agreement (“Agreement”) with a qualified cultural programming organization to operate, manage, and program the ArtsPark at Young Circle (“Facility”) in Downtown Hollywood.
The Rhythm Foundation, Inc. (“Rhythm Foundation”) is a Florida not-for-profit 501(c)(3) arts organization with a mission to increase international awareness and cultural exchange through live music and related programming.
The Rhythm Foundation has a proven track record of producing high-quality cultural events and has successfully partnered with the City for over 15 years.
The Agreement provides for the Rhythm Foundation to produce a minimum of twelve (12) events annually, manage all aspects of booking, concessions, and sponsorships, and maintain the Facility in good condition.
The Agreement is also subject to Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts receiving all insurance documentation required and approved by the City’s Risk Manager, along with signed statements of Hold Harmless and Indemnity in favor of the City.
Fiscal Impact:
A portion of the funding for this agreement is available in the FY 2026 Operating Budget in account number 001.300601.57200.549110.000000.000.000 and will be budgeted in subsequent fiscal years’ operating budget subject to approval and adoption by the City Commission.
Recommended for inclusion on the agenda by:
David Vazquez, Assistant Director, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts
Ricky Engle, Director, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts
Jovan Douglas, Assistant City Manager