MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. – Christmas is again on at Tropical Park. According to a short lived despatched to Local 10 News on Friday, a pass judgement on has denied Santa’s Enchanted Forest’s preliminary motion against the brand new Holiday themed park, Christmas Wonderland.
Santa’s Enchanted Forest drew other people to Tropical Park, positioned at 7900 SW fortieth St., round Christmastime yearly till its hire expired 3 years in the past.
The holiday-themed appeal has since moved to a web site at 7400 NW 87th Ave. in Medley. In its position at Tropical Park is a brand new holiday-themed appeal referred to as “Christmas Wonderland.”
According to a short lived despatched to Local 10 News on Friday, Christmas Wonderland’s legal professional commented in regards to the determination in an electronic mail:
“Today, our client, Christmas Wonderland prevailed over Santa’s Enchanted Forest’s attempt to shut down a fresh and new holiday event at Tropical Park. We are grateful that the court saw through SEF’s frivolous and self-interested attempt to be the only holiday event in town. Their transparent attempt to criticize a lawful procurement process that benefited them for 37 years is clearly not in the public’s best interest as it would prevent any Christmas event from taking place at Tropical Park this year. A vindictive Santa is not a good look.”
Alex M. Gonzalez, spouse, Holland & Knight
Santa’s Enchanted Forest claimed that once its hire expired in 2020, the county gave an unique allow to Loud and Live Engage to degree a Christmas appeal that includes shows and rides at Tropical Park — a transfer they see as a copycat providing at their outdated spot.
Miami-Dade County disputed the lawsuit’s claims, pointing out there’s no hire task.
“The County firmly disputes the claims and allegations made in the complaint,” a county spokesperson stated. “Miami-Dade County is committed to upholding the highest standards of compliance with all relevant procurement regulations and legal mandates. We are confident in our adherence to the applicable laws governing procurement processes.”
In a remark to Local 10 News, Loud and Live Engage stated it’s “proud and excited to host a community-focused event at Tropical Park.”
“Christmas Wonderland followed all protocols when applying for the permit, and it is our understanding that Miami-Dade County reviewed the application in compliance will all applicable regulations before approving the permit on October 6th,” a spokesperson stated. “We look forward to opening our doors to residents on Nov. 16th.”
Representatives for Santa’s Enchanted Forest additionally commented in regards to the case:
“While the Motion was denied, the court made very clear that he was not ruling on the ultimate merits of the case. We believe both the County and Christmas Wonderland have engaged in unlawful conduct and we look forward to continuing to pursue our remedies in court.”
Etan Mark, Santa’s Enchanted Forest legal professional
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