Consider Approval of Resolution 2018-17 to exempt Gran Fondo Bike Race on August 5 from Section 54-1 of the Municipal Code

Summary: Visit Lake Norman presented Davidson with the opportunity to host the Gran Fondo Series USA bike race in Davidson on August 4-5, 2018. This is a multi-city bike tour that features a 30, 50, and 75- mile bike race. The race will begin and end on Lorimer Street next to the Village Green. The post-race celebration will take place on the Village Green on August 5 from 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. and will feature live music, food, and craft beer. The applicant wishes to be exempt from Section 54-1 of the Davidson Municipal Code.