There’s a new opportunity on Governors Island This Summer:

For the first time, Governors Island will allow for “Guest Food Vendors” to come out to the Island for one or several weekends during the season. They no longer require a full season commitment. They average 9,000 people per day during the season.

The permit fee will be $600 per weekend. (The fee will be returned in the case of inclement weather.)

• This season the Island will be open on Saturdays, Sundays, and holiday Mondays from May 25-September 29. Hours are 10am – 7pm, with staff ferry running at 7am, 7:30am, 8:15 am, and 9am. Vendors will be able to access the Island before 10 am in order to set up, and may break down their operation earlier than closing time in order to leave on the last boat.
• Each vendor will be required to follow the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene requirements for a Temporary Food Establishment and to comply with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations in connection with its food operation. Vendors are responsible for maintaining Food Protection Certificates at all times.
• All mobile trucks, tables, tents, or carts must be self contained. Power and storage will not be available.
• There are two locations for food vending concessions, you will be joining their season long food vendors. Please specify which location you would like when you complete the permit. Map below:

If you would like to sign up to become a part of the 2013 season, contact Lynda Realmuto (contact information below) for a additional details and to receive a copy of the permit.

Lynda Realmuto
Director of Special Events and Public Programs
The Trust for Governors Island
10 South Street New York, NY 10004
212-440-2225
lrealmuto@govisland.nyc.gov
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