One would think with all the disappointment surrounding the communication there would be an outpouring of volunteers to take on the task.
If it were a non-profit, sure.
run a bit more like a fraudster event, not as much money at risk, but the analogy to the Fyre Festival comes to mind.
continuing to accept registrations for the 2021 date when they almost certainly knew it was not going to happen...
My guess the City, county and Insurance companies all knew weeks ago.