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City of Smyrna Issue Sheet File Number: 2026-080 A Max Bacon City Hall 2800 King Street Smyrna, GA 30080 Agenda Date: 2/16/2026 In Control: City Council File Type: General ID Agenda Section: Consent Agenda Department: Administration Agenda Title: Approval of the Special Event Permit for Carry the Load to host a community awareness event at Veterans Memorial Park on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM in honor of Memorial Day. Ward 3 Councilmember - Travis Lindley ISSUE AND BACKGROUND: Carry The Load is requesting approval to host a community awareness event at Veterans Memorial Park on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM (set up beginning at 7:30 AM and dismantling complete by 12:00 PM) in honor of Memorial Day. The event will include local speakers and a representative from Carry The Load sharing stories to highlight the sacrifices of our nation’s military, veterans, first responders, and their families. Participants will then walk a 1-3 mile loop (route attached) starting and ending at Veterans Memorial Park, following all traffic and safety laws. The event will conclude with time for participants to sit and share their stories with one another. The Special Event Permit Application is attached. RECOMMENDATION / REQUESTED ACTION: Staff recommends approval of the Special Event Permit for Carry The Load to host a community event at Veterans Memorial Park on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM in honor of Memorial Day, including approval of the walking route and authorization for event activities as described by the organizers.