IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
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A RESOLUTION authorizing the County Executive to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Audacy-Kansas City, LLC, dba KZPT, for the sponsorship of the Christmas in the Sky event at Longview Lake, at an actual cost to the County in the amount of $27,500.00.
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RESOLUTION NO. 22431, October 12, 2026
INTRODUCED BY Charlie Franklin, County Legislator
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WHEREAS, on November 25, 2026, the County and Audacy-Kansas City, LLC, dba KZPT 99.7 The Point (“KZPT”), will celebrate the 28th Anniversary of “Christmas in the Sky,” which will feature a synchronized fireworks display and other entertainment in connection with the County’s “Christmas in the Park” display; and,
WHEREAS, “Christmas in the Sky” will serve as the grand opening for the County’s “Christmas in the Park,” one of the most popular holiday displays in the region; and,
WHEREAS, the Legislature acknowledges the benefits to the Jackson County and Kansas City communities of attracting an entertainment event to Jackson County which will promote goodwill and encourage family outings to the County’s park facilities; and,
WHEREAS, the County will contribute $27,500.00 to assist with the production of the display and, in return, KZPT will provide the Parks + Rec Department $27,500.00 worth of airtime on KZPT/99.7 The Point, WDAF/106.5 The Wolf, and/or KCSP/610 Sports, to be used for advertising Parks + Rec Department activities during 2027; and,
WHEREAS, the attached Professional Services Agreement sets out the rights and obligations of the parties; now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED by the County Legislature of Jackson County, Missouri, that the County Executive be and hereby is authorized to execute the attached Professional Services Agreement with KZPT; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Interim Director of Finance and Purchasing be and hereby is authorized to make all payments, including final payment on the agreement.
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