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RES CC 1998 1523 1998 1021
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -1523 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 86 -351 (RULES AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE USE OF FACILITIES IN THE PUBLIC PARKLAND) AND RESOLUTION 93 -950 ADOPTING A PARK RESERVATION FEE SCHEDULE; AND ADOPTING REVISED RULES AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE USE OF THE FACILITIES IN PUBLIC PARKLAND, GROUP CLASSIFICATIONS AND FEE SCHEDULE. WHEREAS, a Parks and Recreation Commission Ad Hoc Committee has recommended revisions to the Rules and Regulations Governing the Use of the Facilities in Public Parkland, group classifications and fees; and WHEREAS, at its meeting of October 21, 1998 the City Council considered and concurred with the Parks and Recreation Ad Hoc Committee recommendations; and WHEREAS, City Council Resolution No. 86 -351 (Rules and Regulations Governing the Use of Facilities in the Public Parkland) and Resolution No. 93 -950 (Adopting a Park Reservation Fee Schedule) shall be rescinded and replaced with the Resolution herein; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. City Council Resolution No. 86 -351 (Rules and Regulations Governing the Use of Facilities in the Public Parkland) and Resolution No. 93 -950 (Adopting a Park Reservation Fee Schedule) are hereby rescinded and replaced with the Resolution herein. SECTION 2: The general provisions of the Rules and Regulations Governing the Use of the Facilities in Public Parkland shall read as follows: 2.1 Purpose The purpose and intent of the City Council in adopting the within Rules and Regulations Governing the Use of the Facilities in Public Parkland shall be to provide directory guidelines for staff and the public relating to the use and rental of City park facilities. In the event of any non - compliance with, or violation of, any provision herein, such shall not be deemed to affect the validity of any action taken, unless otherwise specifically provided by law. 2.2 Enforcement The City Manager or his/her designee is hereby authorized to implement and administer the policies and regulations contained herein. Resolution No. 98 -1523 Page 2 2.3 Hours All parks and park facilities operated by the City are available for public use from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm. Softball, basketball or other field lights are not available after 10:00 pm. The parks are closed from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am. Parks and park restrooms shall be closed in the event of inclement weather. 2.4 Rental Applications Park facilities are available for the reservation and use of individuals or groups subject to the issuance of a permit and payment of fees. All applications must be signed by an adult of 21 years or older who shall agree to be responsible for said use. Permits are immediately revocable if false statements are made in reserving a facility or if an individual or groups willfully violates any rule or regulation established by the City. Fees shall be retained in the event the activity is terminated due to the violation of any rule or regulation, or the falsification of the application. Applications may be made up to 90 days prior to the event. Groups of over seventy -five people are required to obtain a permit and make a deposit to cover damage caused by the rental. 2.5 Deposits A refundable deposit may be required for an activity to be held in a public park facility. The deposit may be retained for clean up of facilities, any damage to the premises and any additional staffing not included in the fees paid. Should charges exceed the amount of deposit, the permittee shall be billed for the difference and allowed thirty (30) days in which to make payment. 2.6 Additional Charges Additional charges may be levied beyond the basic rental rate if staff is needed to set up or clean up, or if the facility is damaged. Additionally, permittee must provide liability insurance for certain types of attractions such as pony rides or moonbounces. 2.7 Refunds and Credits Park permit fees are non - refundable except for cancellations due to inclement weather. Such conditions include rain, fog, wind, or temperatures below 55' Fahrenheit or above 95' Fahrenheit. In the event of illness, unexpected absence or accidental overbooking, permittees are eligible for a credit for a future rental up to the amount paid. It is the responsibility of the permittee to contact the City of Moorpark to cancel the reservation and request a credit before the rental date. Failure to do so will negate any consideration for a credit or rescheduling. Resolution No. 98 -1523 Page 3 2.8 Requesting a Reduction or a Waiver Of Fees A non - profit organization may request a reduction or a waiver of fees for the use of City park facilities by forwarding the request in a letter form to: Director of Community Services 799 Moorpark Avenue Moorpark, CA 93021 All requests should include the organization's non - profit number as well as the name of the organization, purpose of the gathering, expected attendance, requested facility, time and date. All requests will be considered on a case by case and a first - come /first -served basis and depend upon facility availability. Teachers or classes within Moorpark Unified School District may request the use of park facility for a year -end party provided the responsible party guarantees a supervision ratio of no less than 1:20, and ensures that the facility is cleaned after use. The fee for such a use is $5 per hour for each 40 persons attending. Waivers or reductions in fees cannot exclude clean up or repair costs. A deposit may be required. All other park rules and ordinances apply. The City reserves the right to deny any such request. 2.9 Right of Appeal A permittee has the right to appeal the decision by City staff to revoke a permit, levy additional charges and/or deduct a portion of a deposit. An appeal must be filed in writing to the City of Moorpark, 799 Moorpark Avenue within five (5) days of receiving your notification. The City Manager or his/her designee will affirm or deny the appeal in five (5) days. Any further appeal must be made in writing to the City Council within ten (10) days upon notification of the decision on the appeal. Such appeal shall be considered at the next regularly scheduled meeting of the City Council. 2.10 Liability In order to rent a City facility, the permittee must agree in writing to hold the City harmless and indemnify the City from liability for injury to persons or property occurring as a result of the rental. The permittee also agrees to be liable to the City for damage to the park, equipment, buildings or facilities caused by any person at the activity. Resolution No. 98 -1523 Page 4 2.11 Special Use of City Equipment Groups or individuals requesting the use of City equipment not listed on the rental fee Schedule should forward the request in a letter to: Director of Community Services 799 Moorpark Avenue Moorpark, CA 93021 All requests will be considered on a case by case basis. The City reserves the right to deny any such request. 2.12 Use of Special Attractions Activities that create loud or distracting noises are not permitted. Activities that include amplified sound require a special permit. Moonbounces and other such inflatable attractions are only allowed at Arroyo Vista Community Park, Peach Hill Park, Griffin Park and Poindexter Park. Such devices are restricted to the parking lot and may not be placed on the turf. Violators may be fined for damage to landscaping, sprinklers and/or turf as applicable. The City requires that a Certificate of Insurance be filed in advance. Pony rides are only allowed at Arroyo Vista Community Park, and are restricted to the parking lot. Ponies are not allowed on the turf. Violators may be fined for damage to landscaping, sprinklers and/or turf. Pony rides may be restricted during certain seasons. The City requires that a Certificate of Insurance and a deposit of $100 be filed in advance. Persons planning to have such an attraction at their event MUST notify the City of Moorpark before the event. 2.13 Complaints Your complaints and comments are welcome. Please forward your concerns in writing to: City of Moorpark Community Services Department 799 Moorpark Avenue Moorpark, CA 93021 Resolution No. 98 -1523 Page 5 SECTION 3. The Park Rental Group Classification shall read as follows: 3.1 Purpose The purpose and intent of the City Council in adopting the Park Rental Group Classifications shall be to provide directory guidelines for staff and the public relating to the classification of groups and individuals renting City park facilities. 3.2 Group Classification Definition GROUP 1 City sponsored programs or co- sponsored programs. GROUP 2 Residents of the City of Moorpark and organizations that are tax exempt under Section 501 © (3) of the U.S. Revenue Code chartered within the City limits of the City of Moorpark, and other qualifying non - profit organizations. This includes such uses as recreation/youth serving organizations, Homeowners Association meetings and political fund- raisers for the City of Moorpark elections or other political offices where the candidate is a City resident. Other governmental agencies (the County, School District, for example), and their commissions, boards or departments. GROUP 3 Residents of the Moorpark Unified School District boundaries that reside outside of the City limits; non - profit service organizations not covered under Group 2; and City of Moorpark business and commercial for profit organizations for activities where no admission fee is charged and no product is sold (i.e.- for recreational purposes). GROUP 4 City of Moorpark businesses and for profit organizations (for business purposes), and non City residents, organizations and businesses (for recreational purposes). GROUP 5 Non City residents, organizations and businesses for business purposes. SECTION 4. The Park Rental/Use Fee Schedule shall read as follows: 4.1 Purpose The purpose and intent of the City Council in adopting the Park Rental/Use Fee Schedule shall be to provide directory guidelines for staff and the public relating to the fees and deposits required to rent City park facilities and amenities. The City shall reserve the right to make adjustments or impose additional fees on a case -by -case basis. Resolution No. 98 -1523 Page 6 4.2 Park Facility Permit Fees A. Softball] Group 1: Group 2: Group 3: Group 4: Group 5: diamond: No Charge $10 per hour $15 per hour $20 per hour $30 per hour B. Diamond Preparation: Group 1: No Charge Group 2: $25 Group 3: $35 Group 4: $35 Group 5: $35 C. Softball Base Rental Group 1: No Charge Group 2: $7* Group 3: $10* Group 4: $10* Group 5: $20* *$100 deposit required D. Softball Lights Group 1: No Charge Group 2: $20 per hour Group 3: $25 per hour Group 4: $30 per hour Group 5: $40 per hour E. Horseshoe Pit Group 1: No Charge Group 2: $5 per hour Group 3: $10 per hour Group 4: $15 per hour Group 5: $25 per hour F. Horseshoes Group 1: No Charge Group 2: $7* Group 3: $10* Group 4: $10* Group 5: $20* *$50 deposit required Resolution No. 98 -1523 Page 7 G. Soccer Field Group 1: Group 1: No Charge Group 2: $8 per hour Group 3: $12 per hour Group 4: $15 per hour Group 5: $25 per hour H. Outdoor Group 1: Group 2: Group 3: Group 4: Group 5: Basketball Court No Charge $8 per hour $12 per hour $15 per hour $25 per hour I. Outdoor Basketball Court (Night Use With Lights) Group 1: No Charge Group 2: $18 per hour Group 3: $22 per hour Group 4: $25 per hour Group 5: $35 per hour J. Tennis Court Group 1: Group 1: No Charge Group 2: $10 per hour Group 3: $15 per hour Group 4: $20 per hour Group 5: $30 per hour K. Tennis C Group 1: Group 2: Group 3: Group 4: Group 5: ourt (Night Use With Lights) No Charge $20 per hour $25 per hour $30 per hour $40 per hour L. Multipurpose Court Group 1: No Charge Group 2: $10 per hour Group 3: $15 per hour Group 4: $25 per hour Group 5: $35 per hour M. Roller Hockey Goals Group 1: No Charge Group 2: $7 Group 3: $10 Resolution No. 98 -1523 Page 8 Group 4: $10 Group 5: $20 N. Roller Hockey Border Patrol Group 1: No Charge Group 2: $45 per hour* Group 3: $60 per hour* Group 4: $75 per hour* Group 5: $85 per hour* *$36 set up fee and $100 deposit required Additional $18 per hour if rental is not during normal Recreation Center operating hours. O. Picnic Pa Group 1: Group 2: Group 3: Group 4: Group 5: vilion No Charge $10 per hour $15 per hour $20 per hour $30 per hour P. Gazebo Group 1: No Charge Group 2: $6 per hour Group 3: $10 per hour Group 4: $15 per hour Group 5: $25 per hour Q. Picnic Area Group 1: No Charge Group 2: $5 per hour Group 3: $10 per hour Group 4: $15 per hour Group 5: $25 per hour R. Open Area Group 1: No Charge Group 2: $5 per hour Group 3: $10 per hour Group 4: $15 per hour Group 5: $25 per hour S. Snack Bar Group 1: No Charge Group 2: $10 per hour* Group 3: $15 per hour* Group 4: $20 per hour* Resolution No. 98 -1523 Page 9 Group 5: $30 per hour* *$100 deposit fee required. Additional $18 per hour if rental is not during normal Recreation Center operating hours. T. Electricity Group 1: Group 2: Group 3: Group 4: Group 5: No Charge $2 per hour $4 per hour $6 per hour $16 per hour 4.3 Security Deposit Requirements A. Softball Base Rental: $100 deposit B. Horseshoes: $50 deposit C. Roller Hockey Border System: $100 deposit D. Large Group Deposit 75 -100 people: $100 deposit 100 -150 people: $150 deposit 150 -200 People: $200 deposit 200 -500 people: $250 deposit Groups of over 500: $350 deposit E. Snack Bar: $100 deposit 4.4 Additional Fees A. A staff fee of $18 per hour may be levied if the rental is not during normal Recreation Center operating hours and requires staff assistance or coverage. B. A surcharge for large groups may be levied in addition to the regular use fee. These fees are as follows: 75 -100 people: No surcharge 100 -150 people: Add $10 per hour 150 -200 People: Add $20 per hour 200 -500 people: Add $30 per hour Groups of over 500: Add $50 per hour Resolution No. 98 -1523 Page 10 SECTION 5: The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED THIS Resolution No. 98 -1523 Page 11 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF VENTURA ) ss. CITY OF MOORPARK ) I, Deborah S. Traffenstedt, City Clerk of the City of Moorpark, California, do hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the foregoing Resolution No. 98 -1523 was adopted by the City Council of the City of Moorpark at a meeting held on the 7th day of October, 1998, and that the same was adopted by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Perez, Teasley, Wozniak and Mayor Hunter NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmember Evans ABSTAIN: None WITNESS my hand and the official seal of said City this 15th day of October, 1998. S Deborah S. Traffensted , City Clerk (seal)