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HomeMy WebLinkAboutC22530A-G 2004 Summer of Fun Concert and Movie SeriesCITY OF PALM DESERT COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT REQUEST: APPROVAL OF 2004 SUMMER OF FUN SCHEDULE, PURCHASE ORDER/AUDIO VISUAL AGREEMENT FOR MOVIES, PURCHASE ORDER/AUDIO VISUAL AGREEMENT FOR SOUND AND LIGHTING FOR CONCERTS, PERFORMING ARTS CONTRACTS, AND TWO FIREWORKS CONTRACTS DATE: CONTENTS: Recommendation: By Minute Motion: March 25, 2004 PROPOSED AGREEMENT WITH LIVE OAK AUDIO VISUAL PROPOSED AGREEMENT WITH MUSICIANS OUTLET STANDARD PERFORMING ARTS CONTRACT AGREEMENTS FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION AND SEPTEMBER 2, 2004, FIREWORKS WITH PYRO SPECTACULARS BY SOUZA, INC. LINEUP FOR 2004 SUMMER OF FUN SERIES 1. Approve attached lineup for the 2004 "Summer of Fun" Series. 2. Approve a purchase order in the amount of $9, 687.50 with Live Oak Audio Visual for movies, professional staff, and audio visual equipment for 2004 "Summer of Fun" movies. 3. Approve a purchase order in the amount of $15,100.00 with Musicians Outlet Rental Equipment for professional staff, sound, and lighting equipment for the 2004 "Summer of Fun" concerts. 4. Approve a purchase order in the amount of $6,148.00 with Pyro Spectaculars by Souza, Inc. to provide a five-minute firework display at the conclusion of the September 2, 2004, concert. 5. Approve a purchase order in the amount of $27,500.00 with Pyro Spectaculars by Souza, Inc. for the Independence Day Celebration fireworks display. 6. Authorize the Mayor to sign the following contracts as presented: Contract No. C22530A Contract No. c22530s Contract No. C22530C Contract No. C22530D Contract No.C22530E Contract No.C22530F Contract No.C22530G CTC Music Steve Madaio & Friends Kal David & the Real Deal Featuring Lauri Bono Silverado Upstream Susie Hanson Latin Band Redlands Symphony Orchestra $1,500 6,500 2,000 1,600 2,000 3,400 10,000 Summer of Fun 2004 March 25, 2004 Page 2 Funds in the amount of $27,000.00 are available in account no. 110-4416-414-3061 to produce these activities and no appropriation is needed or requested. Executive Summary: Each year the City of Palm Desert produces the "Summer of Fun" series, which includes free concerts and movies for the community. Approval of the proposed lineup and attendant contracts and purchase orders will allow this project to move forward in a timely manner. Background: Attached is the proposed lineup and movies for the 2004 "Summer of Fun" concert and movies series. City Council approval is required prior to issuing formal performing arts contracts and issuing appropriate purchase orders to allow staff to formally secure these professional groups and attendant services. It should be noted that while the contract with Pyro Spectaculars by Souza, Inc. for the Independence Day Celebration is requested in an amount of $27,500.00, the City of Rancho Mirage will be contributing $7,500.00 to the total contract. Therefore, the City of Palm Desert's obligation will be $20,000.00, which is identical to the request for the past two years. Funds have been budgeted from account 110-4416-414-3061 to cover contract and purchase order amounts and professional fees associated with the production of these performances and services and staff recommends City Council approval of performing artists and movies, as well as a purchase order for professional services with Live Oak Audio, Musicians Outlet Rental Equipment, Pyro Spectaculars by Souza, Inc., and that the Mayor be authorized to sign subject artists contracts and attendant agreements for professional services. PATRICIA SCULLY SENIOR MAN- EMENT ANALYS SHEILA R. GILLI AN ASSISTANT CITY MA PAUL GIBSON DIRECTOR OF FINANCE/ CITY TREASURER C ' LOS L. TEGA CITY MANAGER Feb 16 04 12:52p Live Oak Audio Visual (206) 548-7770 p.2 Live Oak Audio Visual P.O. Box 47259 Seattle, WA 98146 City of Palm Desert 73-510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260 (760) 346-0611 Fax (760) 340-0574 AY, 2/16/2004 Invoice m.0 6 ..•.` 4290 :419. . 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Balance Due $9,687.50 Ck#: Amt: Received Feb-16-04 12:54pm From-206 548 7770 To -PALM DESERT CITY CLE Page 02 Feb 05 04 02:SOp Bob Bash 760-340-4684 p.3 Musician's Outlet Rental Equipment ATTN: Accounts Receivable 74-804 Joni Dr. Unit #6 Palm Desert, CA 92260 Voice: 760 340-4864 FAX: 760 340-4684 BILL TO: CITY OF PALM DESERT 73510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert , CA. 92260 INVOICE 16995 2/5/2004 r SHIP TO: CITY OF PALM DESERT 73510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert , CA 92260 r 1 P,!). NI.IMB1:IC f EK.M5 10 Days SHOW NAME DATE Ordered By: SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 6/3/2004 Pat Schully Q4r Type 1 6-3-04 Band TBA 1 6-10-0 Band TBA 1 6-24-0 Band TBA 1 7-4-04 Band TEA. 1 7-15-0 Band TEA 1 7-22-0 Band TBA 1 8-5-04 Band TBA 1 8-19-0 Band TBA 1 9-2-04 Band TBA t11;SC i ii rit'N Unit Price $1,600.00 $1,600.00 $1,600.00 $2,300.00 $1,600.00 $1,600.00 $1,600.00 $1,600.00 $1,600.00 AMI )VN 1' $1,600.00 $1,600.00 $1,600.00 $2,300.00 $1,600.00 $1,600.00 $1,600.00 $1,600.00 $1,600.00 '+1 ill I< !A: TOTAL $15,100.00 .,, .«i;.:.,.,..., Mitrv.,,r.� Ma4I';;:; t 4044w Invoice: 16995 Job Name: Summer COncert Series 6/3/2004 Date: 2/5/2004 Customer: CITY OF PALM DESERT Total Due: $15,100.00 2/5/2004 1:55:08 PM FOAM 80095/B0097'TO i?!:C71:D'c'i r 1.7E1.Lil't, CAL._ ,ti"YSO : WAL ?' 1 64:0 :.99•2!3 r'.'. ; al;'. ! Ufifl• : I I:. DIM tNVt .C.`:`i.: ��,�4M����v1'1b�a..M,,,,y..�,,,,.x4Y....._�'/1MYF,ASr�q�y,yM�1, 4p4WNM.lI �"'fMpl •M. . 9,t.W-.:.•^fi�Y �..._ .ild ii.... �!�7fciz _ .... ., .11 .t i:_... , f'.�4... k?:.tu« Musician's Outlet Rental Equipment ATTN: Accounts Receivable 74-804 Joni Dr. Unit #6 Palm Desert, CA 92260 Voice: 760 340-4864 FAX: 760 340-4684 1'!'itN1:51!!V: f.:iA Received Feb-05-04 02:50pm From-760 340 4684 To -PALM DESERT CITY CLE Page 03 Contract No. C PERFORMING ARTS AGREEMENT This Agreement is entered into this day of , by and between the CITY OF PALM DESERT, a California municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "CITY," and hereinafter referred to as "ARTIST." RECITALS: 1. The CITY owns and operates the Palm Desert Hahn Amphitheater, an outdoor amphitheater located in the Palm Desert Civic Center (hereinafter "TH EATER"). 2. The CITY desires to engage the ARTIST to render a live performance at the THEATER of the nature set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference (hereinafter "PERFORMANCE"). 3. The CITY desires the ARTIST to render PERFORMANCE on the dates and times described in Exhibit B attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. 4. The ARTIST is willing and able to render the PERFORMANCE on the desired dates and times in exchange for compensation by the CITY in the amount and on the payment schedule set forth in Exhibit C attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. TERMS AND CONDITIONS: In consideration of the foregoing recitals, the parties hereto agree as follows: 1. Performance The ARTIST agrees to render the PERFORMANCE to the best of its abilities on the dates and times prescribed by Exhibit B. The ARTIST shall not perform under Contract No. C the influence of alcohol or any unlawful narcotic, nor shall the ARTIST engage in behavior during the PERFORMANCE that would be considered racist, sexist, obscene, or otherwise offensive by reasonable audience members attending the PERFORMANCE. ARTIST's failure to perform in accordance with this Section shall be deemed material breach of this Agreement. 2. Lighting, Sound Amplification and Other Equipment The THEATER's physical dimensions, built-in lighting and sound equipment, electrical system, and other technical specifications are described on Exhibit D, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. ARTIST shall be responsible for providing, erecting, operating and dismantling, at its own expense, any additional equipment not described in Exhibit D that is necessary to properly effectuate the PERFORMANCE, including any props and stage sets. 3. Make -Up and Costumes The ARTIST shall be responsible for providing, at its own expense, any costumes and make-up necessary to the PERFORMANCE. 4. Dressing and Storage Rooms The ARTIST understands and acknowledges that no private dressing rooms or other storage rooms will be available or provided by the CITY in connection with the PERFORMANCE. However, the CITY shall provide ARTIST with non-exclusive access or a public rest room at or in the vicinity of the THEATER. 5. Technical Personnel and Set -Up In addition to any artistic personnel necessary to the PERFORMANCE, the ARTIST shall provide, at its own expense, all backstage and technical personnel necessary to effectuate the PERFORMANCE, including but not Limited to stage 2 Contract No. C hands, operators of sound and lighting equipment, and such personnel as may be necessary to set up and test any equipment that will be used during the PERFORMANCE. ARTIST's personnel shall use their best efforts to ensure that any such advance set-up and testing is completed at least one hour prior to the time scheduled for the PERFORMANCE. 6. Compensation In exchange for the ARTIST's PERFORMANCE in accordance with this Agreement, CITY agrees to compensate the ARTIST in the manner described in Exhibit C attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. 7. Promotion CITY is authorized to engage in any and all reasonable activities related to promotion of the PERFORMANCE without payment of additional fee, royalty or commission to ARTIST. Said promotional activities may include, but are not limited to, use of newspaper, radio and television advertisements featuring the ARTIST's photograph or likeness and brief examples of the ARTIST's work taken from video or audio recordings. CITY shall refer all inquiries regarding personal appearances and interviews of the ARTIST to the ARTIST's appointed agent. 8. Illness, Injury or Death of ARTIST In the event the ARTIST's PERFORMANCE is rendered impractical or infeasible due to serious injury, illness or death of the ARTIST, actual threats of imminent bodily harm to ARTIST if PERFORMANCE is rendered, or unexpected family emergency, then the ARTIST may cancel the PERFORMANCE without breaching this Agreement. However, no compensation shall be owing to the ARTIST. The ARTIST 3 Contract No. C shall make every effort to notify the CITY by telephone, facsimile or telegram of such pending cancellation as soon as reasonably possible. An injury or illness shall be considered "serious" if, in the opinion of a qualified physician, the condition is immobilizing or in any way poses a significant threat to the life and health of the ARTIST. A "family emergency" shall consist of a sudden and unexpected hospitalization or death of any immediate family member or any unanticipated occurrence beyond the ARTIST's control threatening the health or life of an immediate family member that requires the ARTIST's personal presence on the date and time of the PERFORMANCE. 9. Assignment by ARTIST The parties hereto stipulate that the ARTIST's services are personal in nature and/or unique, thus the ARTIST may not assign or substitute its PERFORMANCE of this Agreement with any other artist or party absent the CITY's express consent in writing. The CITY shall be under no obligation to consent to any proposed assignment or other substitution by the ARTIST. However if the CITY does consent, then the ARTIST's failure to personally perform the services required by the Agreement shall not constitute a breach thereof. 10. Independent Contractor All of the services required hereunder shall be performed by ARTIST personally and/or by ARTIST's agent and employees, who shall remain at all times under ARTIST's direct control and supervision. It is the parties' intent that the ARTIST shall remain at all times an independent contractor of the CITY and not its employee or agent. 4 Contract No. C 11. Termination The CITY reserves the right to terminate this Agreement for any reason, provided it gives ARTIST at least fourteen (14) days written notice of such termination prior to the scheduled date of the PERFORMANCE. Said notices shall be deemed to be given as of the date it is postmarked. The CITY shall also use its best efforts to notify the ARTIST by telephone of any pending termination as soon as reasonably possible. In the event of termination pursuant to this Section, the CITY shall not be in breach and no compensation shall be owing to the ARTIST. 12. Legal Compliance The ARTIST and its agents, officers, and employees shall comply with all federal, state and local laws and regulations applicable to the services being provided pursuant to this Agreement. Including, but not limited to, any requirements under the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers or under any other copyright law and/or licensing agreements. 13. Indemnification; Hold Harmless The ARTIST shall indemnify and hold the CITY, its officers and employees, free and harmless from any liability, Toss, cost or expense resulting from any injury or damage to any persona caused by ARTIST, its agents or employees, while engaged in the PERFORMANCE of this Agreement as described in Exhibit D. 14. Insurance ARTIST fully assumes all of the following risks: A. Injury to itself and to its agents or employees arising out of their performance of this Agreement. 5 Contract No. C B. Damage to or theft of any personal property or equipment owned by or under the control of ARTIST, its agents, volunteers and employees. 15. Liquidated Damages The parties hereto state that it would be difficult, if not impossible, to calculate with precision the amount of damages that the CITY would suffer in the event the ARTIST were to breach this Agreement by nonperformance or late performance. Thus, the parties hereto stipulate that in the event the ARTIST is not ready, willing and able to perform on the date and time specified by Exhibit B, and the PERFORMANCE has not otherwise been canceled pursuant to this Agreement, then the CITY's damages shall be fixed as follows: A. Late Performance: The CITY's estimated damages for late performance shall be $300 for every 15 minute delay in commencement of the PERFORMANCE caused by the ARTIST. Such damages may be deducted by the CITY from any compensation owing to the ARTIST. Any delay in commencement of the PERFORMANCE caused by the ARTIST exceeding one hour shall be deemed a nonperformance and material breach of this Agreement, unless expressly waived by the CITY. B. Nonperformance: No compensation shall be due in the event of any nonperformance by the ARTIST constituting a material breach of this Agreement. In addition, the CITY's estimated damages for a nonperformance shall be $5,000. Contract No. C This Section shall not prevent either party from recovering compensatory damages for breaches of this Agreement due to causes other than the ARTIST's late performance or nonperformance. 16. Attornev's Fees Should any action or proceeding be brought to enforce the terms of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees and costs. 17. Modification No modification of this Agreement shall be valid unless agreed to in writing by both the CITY and ARTIST. 18. Prohibited Interests The ARTIST represents that neither it nor any of its agents or employees is currently an officer or employee of the CITY. 7 Contract No. C EXECUTION: The undersigned represent that they are authorized to execute this Agreement on behalf of the parties hereto on whose behalf they purport to sign. This Agreement shall be deemed executed on the date first above written. CITY OF PALM DESERT [ARTIST] JEAN M. BENSON, MAYOR (Signature; must be notarized) ATTEST: RACHELLE KLASSEN, CITY CLERK APPROVED AS TO FORM: DAVID J. ERWIN CITY ATTORNEY (Printed Name) 8 Contract No. C PERFORMING ARTS AGREEMENT EXHIBIT A NAME OF ARTIST: [ARTIST'S NAME] DESCRIPTION: [DESCRIPTION OF ARTIST] 9 Contract No. C DATE: TIME: PERFORMING ARTS AGREEMENT EXHIBIT B [DATE OF PERFORMANCE] 7:30 P.M. ARTIST must arrive one hour prior to PERFORMANCE for sound check and coordination with sound technicians and be set up ready to perform no later than 7:30 p.m. The PERFORMANCE must conclude promptly at 9:00 p.m. 10 Contract No. C PERFORMING ARTS AGREEMENT EXHIBIT C Compensation of $ to be paid at conclusion of PERFORMANCE. Contract No. C EXHIBIT D 12 February 5, 2004 City of Palm Desert Ms. Pat Scully 73-510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert, California 92260 Pyro Spectaculars by Souza PO Box 2329, Rialto, CA., 92377 Phone: 909.874.1644 Fax: 909.355.9813 www. PyroSpectacu la rs.com Dear Ms. Scully, Thank you for the opportunity to submit our pyrotechnic proposal for your July 4, 2004 fireworks display. We are honored to highlight your event with a Pyro Spectaculars by Souza fireworks extravaganza saluting the American Heroes of past and present. A very sincere effort has gone into the enclosed proposal which outlines your custom designed show in detail. We are proposing our special Sky ConcertTM Program "A" in the amount of $27,500.00. Your display is scheduled for 9:00 p.m. and will be approximately 18-20 minutes in duration. Our plan is to use the winning combination of our products, people and production capabilities to produce the best fireworks entertainment package possible. This program price includes the services of a licensed pyrotechnic operator, an electronic firing system, show choreography and design, insurance coverage, sales tax and delivery. We will process the necessary fire department permit application. The City of Palm Desert will be responsible for provisions for security, and payment of the Riverside County Fire Department permit fees of approximately $148.00 and standby firemen fees, if any. The Riverside County Fire Department may bill you directly for any standby fees. Enclosed you will find a Display Checklist and Display Agreements for signature and initialing. Please have one copy of this fully executed agreement returned to our office by March 15, 2004. Your deposit and applicable fire department permit fees will be due on April 5, 2004. Please take the time to review this proposal in detail. If you wish to make any changes in your program or need more information, please give us a call. Sincerely, PYRO SPECTACULARS, INC, ffdartin Regional Sales Manager JM/Irm Enclosures Page 2 Proposal elitline for City of Palm Desert • Letter From the President • Product Synopsis • Display Checklist • Company Profile • Firework Scenes • Marquee Event Photos • Marquee Achievements • Conclusion and Commitment • Production Team • Confetti and Other Available Options • Display Agreement Holiday Bowl 2003- Qualcomm Stadium - San Diego Page 3 Letter from the Pres! ent Pyro Spectaculars by Souza is proud to present the 2004 Sky ConcertTM, "A Salute to Heroes." This year's program is a tribute to our heroes, past and present, that have helped shape the character of our nation by promoting democracy, seeking independence, and defending freedom across the United States and the World. On our Nations Birthday, Pyro Spectaculars by Souza not only honors the brave men and women of the Armed Forces, but we also honor the everyday heroes such as police officers, firemen, educators, and everyone else who has taken the opportunity to reach out and help someone in need. Jim Souza, President Pyro Spectaculars by Souza The Souza family tradition of fireworks entertainment spans five generations -a tradition that began over 100 years ago because of our ancestors' goal to fulfill their American Dream. Today our family owned business carries on decades of entertainment tradition by treating each show with the same dedication and commitment as our founders. Pyro Spectaculars by Souza remains a leader and pioneer in an industry that demands innovative technology, reliable service, and quality performance. From small special events to world class extravaganzas, our talented production staff is eager to assist you and help make your fireworks display a spectacular production. The winning combination of our people, products, and proven track record has provided us with the honor of producing such prestigious events as: the Walt Disney Concert Hall Grand Opening Gala, America's Party Las Vegas New Years Eve, Macy's Fourth of July Extravaganza in New York City, and the 2002 Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City. It is also my pleasure to announce that Pyro Spectaculars by Souza has also been chosen as the pyrotechnic company for the 2004 Summer Olympic Games in Athens, Greece. On behalf of Pyro Spectaculars by Souza, I would like to thank you for the opportunity to be your pyrotechnic company of choice. Please join with us in celebrating America's 228th Birthday with "A Salute to Heroes." God Bless America! James R. Souza President Page 4 Product Synopsis Pyrotechnic Proposal City of Pc71171 Desert Program "An Opening Description Quantity • 3" Sky Concert Opening Salutes 25 Total of Opening 25 Main Body - Aerial Shells Description Quantity • 4" Sky Concert Selections 190 • 5" Sky Concert Selections 110 • 6" Sky Concert Selections 93 • 8" Sky Concert Selections 8 Total of Main Body - Aerial Shells 401 Grand Finale Descri ption Quantity • 2.5" Sky Concert Bombardment Shells 108 • 3" Sky Concert Finale Shells 30 • 4" Sky Concert Finale Shells 60 Total of Grand Finale 198 Grand Total 624 • - Page 5 ••••••• •••••.••••&•,••••::, :•11... • ••,::::••••••• -••-• .•... • . • , . Display Checklist City of Palm Desa t Agrees to: • Return contract by March 15, 2004. LI Send 50% deposit and applicable fire department permit fees by April 5, 2004. la Send balance of payment to arrive by July 5, 2004. D. Provide suitable firing site, pay necessary deposits and fees in accordance with all applicable laws. • Provide adequate security as required by local fire authority. • Provide two-way communication to the pyrotechnician from command center to firing site(s). L) Provide sound and playback system. Pyro Spectaculars Agrees to: El Provide a professional Full Service fireworks production. O Provide fireworks general liability insurance and hazardous material transportation insurance in the amounts of $1 million and $5 million respectively, as well as workers compensation coverage for pyrotechnicians. O Apply for all necessary federal, state, and local fireworks display permits and licenses. El Provide a licensed pyrotechnic operator and crew. O Provide all necessary pyrotechnic equipment. Page 6 Cornny Profile Pyro Spectaculars by Souza is a full service outdoor, indoor, and theatrical professional fireworks display company providing all types of pyrotechnic effects for all types of shows. Our extensive experience, performance achievements, safety standards, and reliability are a testimony to the thousands of satisfied Pyro Spectaculars customers. We provide a complete range of services from Stage Flash Pots to 36" Aerial Shells. From Homecoming Queens to Presidential Inaugurations- Pyro Spectaculars by Souza is the World's Premier Pyrotechnic Production Company! •World's Premier Theme Park Supplier •500 Annual Independence Day Shows •2,000 Seasonal Pyrotechnicians and Crew •World's Largest Public Display Company .75 Full Time Employees •Innovators of close proximity pyrotechnics •America's Largest Pyrotechnic Production Company •4,000 Annual Theme Park Shows .5,000 Varieties of pyrotechnic effects •Pioneered Electronic Firing to Music •Highest Industry Safety Record & Standards • 13 countries of featured pyrotechnics •6 "Global Pyrotechnic Network" Facilities Industry Associations andCommittees •American Pyrotechnics Association 'National Fire Protection Association •California Fire Chiefs Association Industry Members •Western Fairs Association •International Festivals and Events Association •International Special Events Society •California Fire Prevention Officers Association ',California Fireworks Advisory Committee •Lighting Dimensions International •International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions Page 7 Fireworks Scenes: Low Level & Ground Effects Set Pieces Lame ituleshot Device Star / Low Level Et Roman Candles Page 8 Marquee Event Photos New Years Eve at the Space Needle Paris Las Vegas Grand Opening 4Emki.o+: 444 , 11' 'ato \ - Walt Disney Concert Hall Opening Gala 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City America's Party Las Vegas New Years Eve 2003 Page 9 Marquee Achievements MAJOR EVENTS 2002 Winter Olympics - Salt Lake City 1996 Centennial Olympics - Atlanta 1984 Summer Olympics - Los Angeles Walt Disney Concert Hall Grand Opening Gala Los Angeles, CA America's Party Las Vegas New Years - Las Vegas, NV New Year's Eve at The Space Needle - Seattle, WA Macy*s Fourth of July - New York City AmericaFest at the Rose Bowl - Pasadena, CA Philadelphia New Years Eve Celebration - Philadelphia, PA San Francisco Millennium Celebration - San Francisco, CA City of San Francisco Fourth of July Celebration - San Francisco, CA Fanfare for Cleveland Bicentennial - Cleveland, OH 100th Birthday of the Statue of Liberty - New York Harbor Inauguration of President Ronald Reagan- Washington, DC Over 500 Fourth of July Shows Performed Annually INTERNATIONAL First Place - Hamburg Internatio Fireworks Festival- Hamburg, Germany Grand Prize Winner - Coca Cola International Fireworks Festival - Yokohama, Japan Montreal International Fireworks Competition - Montreal, Canada Seoul International Fireworks Festival - Seoul, South Korea Chinese New Year - Hong Kong for over 15 years 50th Anniversary - Liberation of South Korea -South Korea Centennial Celebration - Liberation of the Philippines- Philippines Jerusalem 3,000 Anniversary- Israel Singapore National Day- Thailand Commonwealth Festivals Australia British Commonwealth Games - Canada SPECIAL EVENTS Alfred Zampa Memorial Bridge Grand Opening - Crockett/Vallejo, CA Grand Opening Celebration Paris Hotel & Casino Las Vegas, NV Grand Opening Celebration Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex - Orlando, FL 50th Birthday Celebration Golden Gate Bridge - San Francisco, CA 50th Birthday Celebration San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge Page 10 Marquee Achievements THEME PARKS Disneyland - Anaheim, CA Walt Disney World & Epcot - Orlando, FL Knott's Berry Farm - Buena Park, CA Six Flags Theme Parks -Nationwide Batman Stunt Shows Knott's Camp Snoopy at Mall of America - Minneapolis, MN Universal Studios - Burbank, CA Lethal Weapon Special Effects Shows Queen Mary - Long Beach, CA Legoland California, San Diego, CA Sea World Baywatch Shows MOTION PICTURES & TV The Matrix 2 & 3, Terminator 3, Mission Impossible, The Grinch, Swordfish, World Wrestling Federation, ABC's 50th Anniversary, Miss Congeniality, Ally McBeal, Coors Light, Battledome, Bud Light, Drew Carey, James Bond, Metal God, Three Wishes, Meet Joe Black, Small Soldiers, Sleepless in Seattle, Titanic, Murder in the First, Con Air, Men In Black, Twister, The Fugitive, GI Jane, Mars Attacks, Leprechaun SPORTS NFL Super Bowls XVII, XVIII, XIX, XX, XXVII, XXX, XXXI, XXXII, XXXV, XXXVII, XXXVIII World Cup Soccer -Opening and Closing Ceremonies Anaheim Angels World Series Championship Celebration L.A. Galaxy - Major League Soccer Major League Baseball: A's, Angels, Astros, Brewers, Dodgers, Giants, Mariners MLB All Star Games and Galas: Oakland, San Francisco & Seattle Tours & MUSIC VIDEOS Audioslave-"Cochise" MTV Music Video Ice Capades Tour Michael Flattley's Lord of the Dance Tour Pokemon Live Tour Bon Jovi Japan & European Tour Pink Floyd World Tour - 20 countries Rolling Stones- "Steel Wheels Tour" Disney on Ice - Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan KISS, Lenny Kravitz, Boyz II Men, Elton John AND THOUSANDS MORE... Page 11 ;7Z:17.7 VIM% clusion 410 Cotnmitirteitt die sincerely thank the City of Palm Desert for allowing us to make this presentation. sincere effort has gone into preparing this proposal. We are eager to hear your comments and answer any questions you may have. ie are confident that after your complete review of our ideas and performance capabilities you will select Pyro Spectaculars by Souza as your fireworks company. JeffMartio, Regioo_aisaes Mam-ager Page 12 Confettiand Other A vallable Options Take your show or special event and make it even more special. Confetti creates and heightens excitement. We supply the special events and entertainment industry with confetti, streamers, and confetti cannons. By carefully selecting the shape, color, size and substance of our confetti and by paying special attention to its aerodynamic qualities, we produce dazzling visual displays. Unique confetti shapes that dance in the air! Colorful streamers that burst overhead then float to the ground! We offer full -service confetti programs, handheld confetti cannons, a variety of remote fired confetti systems, and continuous flow confetti units are available. Page 13 PYRO SPECTACULARS, INC. Display Agreement 1) THIS AGREEMENT, entered into this day of 20Q4 by and between PYRO SPECTACULARS, INC., a California corporation hereinafter referred to as "PYRO" and City of Palm Desert hereinafter referred to as "PURCHASER. 2) PYRO agrees to furnish PURCHASER, in accordance with the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth, 1 fireworks display as per Program A , submitted, accepted and made part hereof, including the services of a licensed pyrotechnic operator to take charge of and, along with sufficient helpers, safely discharge the display. The said display is scheduled to be performed on July 4 , 20A4 at College of the Desert, Pahn Desert 3) PURCHASER, at its own expense, agrees to provide to PYRO: A) A suitable DISPLAY SITE in which to stage the fireworks display, including a firing and fallout zone reasonably acceptable to PYRO in which the fireworks and firework debris may be exhibited, rise and fall safely. B) Adequate policing, guard protection, roping, fencing and/or other crowd control measures to prevent the access of the public or its property or any other people or property not authorized by PYRO into the DISPLAY SITE C) The services and cost of standby firemen and/or any applicable permit fees as required by state and local statutes, ordinances or regulations. D) Access by PYRO, at all times, to the DISPLAY SITE to set up the display. If PURCHASER fails to fully comply with requirements A, B, C and/or D set forth above, PYRO shall have no obligation to perform and PURCHASER agrees to pay to PYRO the entire contract price plus any additional expenses incurred because of said failure. If, in its sole discretion, PURCHASER designates an area for members of the public to view the Display ("Spectator Area") and/or an area for vehicular parking ("Parking Area"), the PURCHASER shall: E) Ensure that the Spectator Area does not infringe on the Display Area; F) Have sole responsibility for ensuring that the terrain of the Spectator Area and any structures thereon, including, but not limited to grandstands and bleachers are safe for use by spectators; G) have sole responsibility for ensuring that the Parking Area is safe for use; H) Have sole responsibility to police, monitor and appropriately control spectator access to the Spectator Area and the Parking Area and police, monitor and appropriately control the behavior of persons in these areas. It is expressly agreed that PYRO, (including its operators and helpers) shall not inspect, police, monitor or otherwise supervise any area of the site other than the Display Area, except to ensure: I) That any Spectator or Parking Areas are outside the Display Area; and J) After completion of the Display, that the Display Area is cleared of any live firework debris originating from the program. 4) PURCHASER shall pay to PYRO the sum of TWENTY-SEVEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED Dollars ($ 27,500.00 ). A deposit of $ 13.750.00 and fire department fees approximated at $ 148.00 must be paid by Anvil 5 2004. Fula final payment is due the first regular business day after the date set for the display. A finance charge at a periodic rate of 1.5% per month, 18% annual percentage rate, or the maximum rate permitted by law, whichever is less, will be charged on the unpaid balance after ten days from the date of the display: PURCHASER, by signing this agreement, authorizes PYRO to receive and verify financial information concerning PURCHASER from any person or entity. 5) PURCHASER agrees to assume the risk of weather, or other causes beyond PYRO' s control, which may prevent the display from being safely discharged on the scheduled date, which may cause the cancellation of any event for which PURCHASER has purchased the display, or which may affect or damage such portion of the exhibits as must be placed and exposed a necessary time before the display. It shall be within PYRO' s sole discretion to determine whether or not the display may be safely discharged on the scheduled date and at the scheduled time. If, for any reason beyond PYRO's control, including, without limitation, inclement weather, PYRO is unable to safely discharge the display on the scheduled date or should any event for which PURCHASER has purchased the display be cancelled, the parties shall attempt to negotiate a new display date, which shall be within 60 days of the original display date. PURCHASER further agrees to pay PYRO for any additional expenses made necessary by this postponement. If they are unable to agree on a new display date, PYRO shall be entitled to liquidated damages from PURCHASER as if PURCHASER had cancelled the display on the date set for the display, as provided in the following paragraph. 6) PURCHASER shall have the option to unilaterally cancel this display prior to the date of the display. If PURCHASER exercises this option, PURCHASER agrees to pay to PYRO, as liquidated damages, the following percentages of the agreed contract price. 1) 25% if cancellation three (3) or more days prior to the scheduled day of the display, 2) 50% if cancellation occurs within two (2) days of the actual date set for the display, 3) 75% if cancellation occurs on the date set for the display but prior to the time physical set-up of the display actually begins, 4) 100% thereafter. If cancellation occurs prior to the date set for the display, PURCHASER agrees to pay PYRO in addition to the above percentages, the value associated with any specific custom work performed by PYRO or its agents including but not limited to music/narration tape production and/or sponsors logos. (continued on reverse) PYRO SPECTACULARS, INC. Display Agreement 7) In the event PURCHASER cancels the display, it will be impractical or extremely difficult to fix the actual amount of PYRO' s damages. The foregoing represents a reasonable estimate of the damages PYRO will suffer if PURCHASER cancels the display. 8) PYRO reserves the ownership rights and trade names that are used in or are a product of the pyrotechnic display to be performed herein. Any reproduction by sound, video or other duplication or recording process without the express written permission of PYRO is prohibited. 9) PYRO agrees to furnish insurance coverage in connection with the Display only, for the following risks and amounts: bodily injury and property damage, including products liability ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000) combined single limits. Such insurance shall include PURCHASER as an additional insured regarding claims made against PURCHASER for bodily injury or property damage arising from the operations of PYRO in performing the Display provided for in this Agreement. Such insurance afforded by PYRO shall not include claims made against PURCHASER for bodily injury or property damage arising from A) Failure of PURCHASER, including through or by its employees, agents and/or independent contractors, to perform its obligations under this agreement, including, without limitation, those contained in Paragraph 3 of this Agreement B) Failure of the PURCHASER to provide discretionary Spectator and Parking Areas referred to in Paragraph 3 of this Agreement. PURCHASER shall indemnify and hold PYRO harmless from all claims and suits made against PYRO for bodily injury or property damage arising from A) and B) of this Paragraph. 10) If any legal action is brought to enforce or interpret the terms or provisions of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney fees and costs in addition to any other relief to which they may be entitled. 11) In the event PYRO breaches this agreement, or is otherwise negligent in performing the fireworks display provided for herein, PURCHASER shall, under no circumstances, be entitled to recover monetary damages from PYRO beyond the amount PURCHASER agreed to pay PYRO under this Agreement. PURCHASER shall not, under any circumstances, be entitled to recover any consequential damages from PYRO including, without limitation, for loss of income, business or profits. Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed as a modification or limitation on the insurance coverages afforded to Paragraph 9 above. 12) It is agreed, nothing in this Agreement or in PYRO' s performance of the display provided for herein, shall be construed as forming a partnership or joint venture between PURCHASER and PYRO. The parties hereto shall be severally responsible for their own separate debts and obligations and neither party shall be held responsible for any agreements or obligations not expressly provided for herein. 13) This Agreement shall be governed and interpreted under the laws of the State of California. It is further agreed that the courts of the State of California shall have exclusive jurisdiction to adjudicate any disputes arising out of this contract or performance of the display provided for herein. It is further agreed that the Central Judicial District of San Bernardino County, California, shall be proper venue for any such action. 14) Any Notice to the parties permitted or required under this Agreement may be given by mailing such Notice in the United States Mail, postage prepaid, first class, addressed as follows: PYRO Pyro Spectaculars, Inc., P. O. Box 2329, Rialto, California 92377. PURCHASER - City of Palm Desert; 73-510 Fred Waring Drive. Palm Desert, California 92260 - July 4.2004 15) All terms of this Agreement are in writing and may only be modified by written agreement of both parties hereto. Both parties acknowledge they have received a copy of said written Agreement and agree to be bound by said terms of written Agreement only. 16) If there is more than one PURCHASER, they shall be jointly and severally responsible to perform PURCHASER's obligations under this agreement. This Agreement shall become effective after it is executed and accepted by PURCHASER and after it is executed by PYRO at PYRO' s offices in Rialto, California. This Agreement may be executed in several counter parts, including faxed copies, each one of which shall be deemed an original against the party executing same. This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto and upon their heirs, successors, executors, administrators and assigns. PURCHASER recognizes that because of the nature of fireworks, an industry accepted level of 3% of the product used in any display may not function as designed and this level of nonperformance is acceptable as full performance. In Witness Whereof the parties hereto, by and through their duly authorized agents, have set their hands and seals this of , 20a4 .. , Title JAMES R. SOUZA PYRO SPECTACULARS, INC. PRESIDENT Title PURCHASER day X Initial Here • Purchaser is responsible for payment of fire department permit and standby fees, if applicable. • Purchaser to provide firing site, communication, and security. • Price firm through March 15, 2004. • Price includes full electronic firing Show Producer. Jeff Martin National Holidays Sporting Events School Celebrations Anniversaries Corporate Presentations Premieres Grand Openings Rock and Pop Concerts Motion Pictures Live Theater Theme Park Spectacles Laser/Water Show Coordination Indoor Pyrotechnics Pyro Musicals' Computerized Choreography Sky Concerts' Fireworks Radio Network One -of -a -kind Special Effects Personalized Logos Custom Manufacturing Pre -Event Planning Display Permits Safety Inspections Experienced, Licensed Pyrotechnicians Professional Support Staff roue PYRO SPECTACU[AHS America's Premier Fireworks Familr February 5, 2004 City of Palm Desert Ms. Pat Scully 73-510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert, California 92260 Dear Ms. Scully, Pyro Spectaculars is pleased to provide our pyrotechnic products and services for your September 2, 2004 fireworks display. We are proposing our full service Program "A", in the amount of $6,000.00. Your display is scheduled for 9:00 p.m. and includes full electronic firing, a licensed pyrotechnician, permit application, insurance coverage, sales tax and delivery. The City of Palm Desert will be responsible for the provision of security, payment of the Riverside County Fire Department permit fees of approximately $148.00, and standby firemen fees, if any. The Riverside County Fire Depat tinent may bill you directly for any standby fees. Enclosed you will find a Product Synopsis, Display Checklist, and Display Agreements for signature and initialing. Please have one copy of this fully executed agreement returned to our office by March 15, 2004. Your deposit and applicable fire department permit fees are due by April 5, 2004. If you have any questions or need additional infoiniation, please feel free to contact myself or your Customer Service Representative Rene Maul at (909) 874-1644 extension 28. We look forward to working with you. Regards, PYRO SPECTACULARS, INC. artin egional Sales Manager JM/lrm Enclosures P.O. Box 2329 • Rialto, Ca. 92377 • Phone: 909-874-1644 or 888-477-PYRO • Fax: 909-355-9813 Product SynOpSLS Pyrotechnic Proposal for City of Palm Desert Pyrotechnic Devices Description Quantity ♦ Sousa Bouquets Custom Multishot Device 128 Shots ♦ Sousa Gold Line - Multishot Device 100 Shots ♦ Sousa Platinum Line - Multishot Device 100 Shots ♦ Sousa Diamond Line Multishot Device 450 Shots ♦ 1.75" Red Mine 6 ♦ 1.75" Blue Comets 6 ♦ 1.75" Blue Comets w/Tail 6 ♦ 1.75" Blue Mine 6 ♦ 1.75" Crackle Mine 6 ♦ 1.75" Gold Glitter Mine 6 ♦ 1.75" Green Mine 6 ♦ 1.75" Orange Mine 6 ♦ 1.75" Red Comets w/Tail 6 ♦ 1.75" Red White & Blue Mine 6 ♦ 1.75" Silver Glitter to Blue Mine 6 ♦ 1.75" Silver Glitter to Green Mine 6 ♦ 1.75" Silver Mine 6 ♦ 1.75" Silver Tail Comets 12 ♦ 1.75" Red Comets 6 Total of Pyrotechnic Devices 874 Custom Brightwork and Set Pieces Description Quantity ♦ 24" Color Change Saxon 4 Total of Custom Brightwork and Set 4 Grand Total 878 Di1ay Cheeklist City of Palm Desert Agrees to: ❑ Return contract by March 15, 2004. ❑ Send 50% deposit and applicable fire department permit fees by April 5, 2004. ❑ Send balance of payment to arrive by September 3, 2004. ❑ Provide suitable firing site. ❑ Provide security. ❑ Provide communication to the pyrotechnician. Pyro Spectaculars Agrees to: ❑� Provide a Professional Full Service fireworks production. Provide general liability insurance and hazardous material transportation insurance in the amounts of $1 million and $5 million respectively, as well as workers compensation coverage. fApply for all federal, state, and local fireworks display permits and licenses as required by law. ig Provide a licensed pyrotechnic operator and crew. Provide all necessary pyrotechnic equipment. PYRO SPECTACULARS, INC. Display Agreement 1) THIS AGREEMENT, entered into this day of 2004 , by and between PYRO SPECTACULARS, INC., a California corporation hereinafter referred to as "PYRO" and City of Palm Desert hereinafter referred to as "PURCHASER. 2) PYRO agrees to furnish PURCHASER, in accordance with the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth, 1 fireworks display as per Program A , submitted, accepted and made part hereof, including the services of a licensed pyrotechnic operator to take charge of and, along with sufficient helpers, safely discharge the display. The said display is scheduled to be performed on September 2 2004 at Palm Desert Civic Center Outdoor Amphitheatre, Palm Desert 3) PURCHASER, at its own expense, agrees to provide to PYRO: A) A suitable DISPLAY SITE in which to stage the fireworks display, including a firing and fallout zone reasonably acceptable to PYRO in which the fireworks and firework debris may be exhibited, rise and fall safely. B) Adequate policing, guard protection, roping, fencing and/or other crowd control measures to prevent the access of the public or its property or any other people or property not authorized by PYRO into the DISPLAY SITE. C) The services and cost of standby firemen and/or any applicable permit fees as required by state and local statutes, ordinances or regulations. D) Access by PYRO, at all times, to the DISPLAY SITE to set up the display. If PURCHASER fails to fully comply with requirements A, B, C and/or D set forth above, PYRO shall have no obligation to perform and PURCHASER agrees to pay to PYRO the entire contract price plus any additional expenses incurred because of said failure. If, in its sole discretion, PURCHASER designates an area for members of the public to view the Display ("Spectator Area") and/or an area for vehicular parking ("Parking Area"), the PURCHASER shall: E) Ensure that the Spectator Area does not infringe on the Display Area; F) Have sole responsibility for ensuring that the terrain of the Spectator Area and any structures thereon, including but not limited to grandstands and bleachers are safe for use by spectators; G) have sole responsibility for ensuring that the Parking Area is safe for use; H) Have sole responsibility to police, monitor and appropriately control spectator access to the Spectator Area and the Parking Area and police, monitor and appropriately control the behavior of persons in these areas. It is expressly agreed that PYRO, (including its operators and helpers) shall not inspect, police, monitor or otherwise supervise any area of the site other than the Display Area, except to ensure: I) That any Spectator or Parking Areas are outside the Display Area; and J) After completion of the Display, that the Display Area is cleared of any live firework debris originating from the program 4) PURCHASER shall pay to PYRO the sum of SIX THOUSAND Dollars ($ 6,000.00 ). A deposit in the amount of $ 3,000.00 and fire department fees approximated at $ 148.00 must be paid by April 5, 2004. Full final payment is due the first regular business day after the date set for the display. A finance charge at a periodic rate of 1.5% per month, 18% annual percentage rate, or the maximum rate permitted by law, whichever is less, will be charged on the unpaid balance after ten days from the date of the display PURCHASE and verifyfinancial information concerningPURCHASER from an person or entity PURCHASER, signing this agreement, authorizes PYRO to receive any 5) PURCHASER agrees to assume the risk of weather, or other causes beyond PYRO's control, which may prevent the display from being safely discharged on the scheduled date, which may cause the cancellation of any event for which PURCHASER has purchased the display, or which may affect or damage such portion of the exhibits as must be placed and exposed a necessary time before the display. It shall be within PYRO's sole discretion to determine whether or not the display may be safely discharged on the scheduled date and at the scheduled time. If, for any reason beyond PYRO's control, including, without limitation, inclement weather, PYRO is unable to safely discharge the display on the scheduled date or should any event for which PURCHASER has purchased the display be cancelled, the parties shall attempt to negotiate a new display date, which shall be within 60 days of the original display date. PURCHASER further agrees to pay PYRO for any additional expenses made necessary by this postponement. If they are unable to agree on a new display date, PYRO shall be entitled to liquidated damages from PURCHASER as if PURCHASER had cancelled the display on the date set for the display, as provided in the following paragraph. 6) PURCHASER shall have the option to unilaterally cancel this display prior to the date of the display. If PURCHASER exercises this option, PURCHASER agrees to pay to PYRO, as liquidated damages, the following percentages of the agreed contract price. 1) 25% if cancellation three (3) or more days prior to the scheduled day of the display, 2) 50% if cancellation occurs within two (2) days of the actual date set for the display, 3) 75% if cancellation occurs on the date set for the display but prior to the time physical set-up of the display actually begins, 4) 100% thereafter. If cancellation occurs prior to the date set for the display, PURCHASER agrees to pay PYRO in addition to the above percentages, the value associated with any specific custom work performed by PYRO or its agents including but not limited to music/narration tape production and/or sponsor logos. (continued on reverse side) 7) In the event PURCHASER cancels the display, it will be impractical or extremely difficult to fix the actual amount of PYRO's damages. The foregoing represents a reasonable estimate of the damages PYRO will suffer if PURCHASER cancels the display. 8) PYRO reserves the ownership rights and trade names that are used in or are a product of the pyrotechnic display to be performed herein. Any reproduction by sound, video or other duplication or recording process without the express written permission of PYRO is prohibited. 9) PYRO agrees to furnish insurance coverage in connection with the Display only, for the following risks and amounts: bodily injury and property damage, including products liability ONE MILLION DOLLARS'(81;060,000) combined single limits. Such insurance shall include PURCHASER as an additional insured regarding claims made against PURCHASER for bodily injury or property damage arising from the operations of PYRO in performing the Display provided for in this Agreement. Such insurance afforded by PYRO shall not include claims made against PURCHASER for bodily injury or property damage arising from A) Failure of PURCHASER, including through or by its employees, agents and/or independent contractors, to perform its obligations under this agreement, including, without limitation, those contained in Paragraph 3 of this Agreement; B) Failure of the PURCHASER to provide' discretionary Spectator and Parking Areas referred to in Paragraph 3 of this Agreement. PURCHASER shall indemnify and hold PYRO harmless from all claims and suits made against PYRO for bodily injury or property damage arising from A) and B) of this Paragraph. 10) If any legal action is brought to enforce or interpret the terms or provisions of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney fees and costs in addition to any other relief to which they may be entitled. 11) In the event PYRO breaches this agreement, or is otherwise negligent in performing the fireworks display provided for herein, PURCHASER shall, under no circumstances, be entitled to recover monetary damages from PYRO beyond the amount PURCHASER has paid PYRO under this Agreement. PURCHASER shall not, under any circumstances, be entitled to recover any consequential damages from PYRO including, without limitation, for loss of income, business or profits. Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed as a modification or limitation on the insurance coverages afforded to Paragraph 9 above. 12) It is agreed, nothing in this Agreement or in PYRO's performance of the display provided for herein, shall be construed as forming a partnership or joint venture between PURCHASER and PYRO. The parties hereto shall be severally responsible for their own separate debts and obligations and neither party shall be held responsible for any agreements or obligations not expressly provided for herein. 13) This Agreement shall be governed and interpreted under the laws of the State of California. It is further agreed that the courts of the State of California shall have exclusive jurisdiction to adjudicate any disputes arising out of this contract or performance of the display provided for herein. It is further agreed that the Central Judicial District of San Bernardino County, California, shall be proper venue for any such action. 14) Any Notice to the parties permitted or required under this Agreement may be given by mailing such Notice in the United States Mail, postage prepaid, first class, addressed as follows PYRO - Pyro Spectaculars, Inc., P. O. Box 2329, Rialto, California 92377. PURCHASER - City of Palm Desert; 73-510 Fred Warfng Drive, Palm Desert, -California 92240 September 2, 200d 15) All terms of this Agreement are in writing and may only be modified by written agreement of both parties hereto. Both parties acknowledge they have received a copy of said written Agreement and agree to be bound by said terms of written Agreement only. 16) If there is more than one PURCHASER, they shall be jointly and severally responsible to perform PURCHASER's obligations under this agreement. This Agreement shall become effective after it is executed and accepted by PURCHASER' and after it is .M executed by PYRO at PYRO's offices in Rialto, California. This Agreement may be executed in several counter parts, including faxed copies, each one of which shall be deemed an original against the party executing same. This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto and upon their heirs, successors, executors, administrators and assigns. PURCHASER recognizes that because of the nature of fireworks, an industry accepted level of 3% of the product used in any display may not function as designed and this level of nonperformance is acceptable as full performance. In Witness Whereof the parties hereto, by and through their duly authorized agents, have set their hands and seals this of , 2004. AMES R. OUZA PYRO SPECTACULARS, INC. , Title PRESIDENT PURCHASER Title day X Initial Here • Purchaser Is responsible for fire department permit fees and standby fees, if applicable. • Purchaser to provide firing site, communication, and security. • Price firm through March 15, 2004. • Price includes full electronic firing. Show Producer: Jeff Martin June 3 June 10 June 17 June 24 July 4 July 8 July 15 July 22 July 29 August 5 August 12 August 19 August 26 September 2004 SUMMER OF FUN LINE UP Navy Band Southwest Palm Desert High School Band The Jungle Book 2 Chris Compton Live Steve Madaio and Friends Spy Kids #D - Game Over Kal David and the Real Deal featuring Lauri Bono Silverado The Country Bears Upstream Finding Nemo Susie Hansen Latin Band Freaky Friday 2 Redlands Symphony Orchestra