Sec. 191.112. - Exemption.

(a) Sections 191.103 through 191.111 shall not apply to a special event if: (1) The promoter files an affidavit that his or her best estimate of probable attendance and number of participants at the special event is less than 500 persons, and (2) The Chief concurs in the estimate in writing and issues to the promoter an exemption certificate. (b) Each attendance and participants estimate by the promoter and by the Chief shall be accompanied by a written statement of the basis for the estimate. Each estimate shall be based upon all the relevant factors known at the time, including, without limitation, past attendance at similar functions having the same and similar performers, both in Jacksonville and comparable communities, the price of admission and the extent of advertising and promotion contemplated. The Chief shall accept the promoter's affidavit unless it clearly appears to the Chief from the written statements that the estimate is understated by a factor of at least ten percent. (Ord. 2004-814-E, § 2)