HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987-07-14; City Council; 6139-3; Revision of the Facility Use RegulationsGIT OF CARLSBAD - AGEND' SILL
ARtf &/39~?*3
DEPT..P_&_^
TITLE: REVISION OF THE FACILITY
USE REGULATIONS
DEPT. HD
CITY
QLU
gccD.o.
oz3
Oo
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council amend Council Policy Statement 28 issued on August 10,
1982 and approve the revised Facility Use Regulations.
ITEM EXPLANATION
Staff has revised and updated the existing Facility Use Regulations
and Schedule of Fees. The major changes are as follows:
1. Fees have been established for use of Stagecoach Community Park.
2. Revised and clarified the group classifications schedule.
3. Fees were increased or decreased accordingly, based on a
survey of other municipal agencies rental rates.
4. Notice of Cancellation must be given to the department 21
days before the date of intended use.
5. A ten dollar ($10) processing fee will be charged if applicant
cancels after deadline date.
6. Advanced scheduling may be accepted a minimum of ten (10)
working days and maximum one year.
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
At their meeting on May 18, 1987, the Parks and Recreation Commission
recommended that the City Council adopt the Revised Facility Use
Regulations - Exhibit 1.
FISCAL IMPACT
It is estimated that approximately $35,000 will be generated from
rental fees during the 1987-88 fiscal year.
EXHIBITS
1. Revised Facility Use Regulations.
2. Memorandum dated May 12, 1987 to Parks and Recreation Director.
May 12, 1987
TO: DAVID BRADSTREET, PARKS & RECREATION DIRECT^
FROM: Ken Price, Principal Recreation Supervise]
REVISION OF THE FACILITY USE REGULATIONS AND FEE SCHEDULE
The existing Facility Use Regulations have been in effect for
five years (Attachment "A"). With the addition of Stagecoach
Community Park procedures and fees, staff felt it was
necessary to update and clarify the existing rules and
regulations and recommend changes in the fee structure.
In order to identify the areas of change, a comparison of the
current versus the recommended Facility Use Regulations is
as follows:
CURRENT (Attachment "A")
1. Applications must be submitted
at least seven (7) days
in advance.
2. Regular Hours of Operation,
Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. -
10:00 p.m.
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
3. Notice of Cancellation
must be given to the department
office seventy-two (72) hours
before the date of intended use.
4. Advanced scheduling may be
accepted a minimum one week
and maximum three (3) months.
5. A processing fee is not charged
if applicant cancels after
cancellation deadline date.
6. Inspection of facilities
with applicant prior to and
after their use. (Not in effect)
7. Classifications:
A) Parks & Recreation Dept.
activities; co-sponsored
activities; other City
departments.
REVISED (Attachment "B")
1.Applications must be submitted
at least ten (10) working days
in advance.
2.Regular Hours of Operation,
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. -
10:00 p.m.
Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
3.Notice of Cancellation
must be given to the department
twenty-one (21) days before the
date of intended use.
4.Advanced scheduling may be
accepted a minimum ten (10)
working days and maximum one year,
5.A ten dollar ($10) processing fee
will be charged if applicant
cancels after deadline date.
6.Patron must initially inspect
the premises with City staff
prior to and after their use.
7 .Classifications:
A) Parks & Recreation Dept.
activities; co-sponsored
activities; other City
departments.
.Exhibit 2
David Bradstreet
May 12, 1987
Page 2
Classifications: cont.
B) Resident Youth Groups
C) Resident Recreational
or Educational Groups
D) Resident Civic, Social and
Service Groups
E) Private/Closed Non-Resident
Groups
F) Commercial Groups
Fee Schedule:
See Attachment "A"
7.Classifications: cont.
B) Non-Profit Organization
(non-paid management); public
forum candidates night.
C) Carlsbad Resident; not-for
profit civic, social organiza-
tions (paid management);
educational institutions;
resident recreation.
D) Locally organized groups whose
normal place of meeting is
located in the city of Carlsbad;
Resident Religious; Resident
Political; Non-Resident, not-
for-profit Civic and Social
Organizations; Resident Private
Parties.
E) Resident commercial, business
profit-making organizations,
Non-Resident Private Parties.
F) Non-Resident Commercial,
business, political, profit-
making and religious
organizations.
8 .Fee Schedule:
See Attachment "B"
Based upon your approval, it is staff's recommendation that the
Parks and Recreation Commission adopt the Revised Facility Use
Regulations.
kw
Attachments (2)
ATTACHMENT
CARLSBAD PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
FACILITY USE REGULATIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION TO APPLY FOR USE OF FACILITIES
Application for use of City facilities may be made at the Harding Community
Center reception office weekdays, except City holidays, at 3096 Harding Street
between 8:00 a.m. - 12 noon and 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Applications will be reviewed, use will be prioritized and fees, if any, set by
the Recreation Supervisor. Fees, if any, must be paid prior to use. Please
refer to "Application Procedures" and "Facility Fee Schedule".
Applications approved for use may be picked up by applicant three days following
approval.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
1) Application must be made in writing on the department's' "Facility Use
Request" form and shall be made at least seven (7) days in advance of the
first date requested. Late applications may be denied.
2) Normally, applications shall not be accepted for more than three (3) months
In advance. The only exception may be for large events requiring advance
scheduling and publicity.
3) In the event of a change in plans, notice of cancellation must be given to
the department office seventy-two (72) hours before the date of intended use
in order to avoid financial obligation for any charges involved.
Reimbursement may be made upon written request by the applicant on the.
City's refund form, available at the Harding Community Center, and the
refundable cleaning/damage deposit and fees will be mailed to the
applicant.
*) Applications will be approved for specific dates and hours, and time
requested must include all preparation, setup time, as well as cleanup time
following use.
5) Applications will be approved for specific roots, area or facility, and
group size, type of activity, and availability of facilities. No activity
shall be scheduled for more than room capacity. The department reserves the
right to limit the number of uses by any one group so that the entire
community may make use of the limited facilities available.
6) Regular hours of use will be weekdays, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to
10:00 p.m. with departure time no later than 12sOO midnight. On Friday and
Saturday night, programs must end by 1:00 a.m. with departure time no later
than 2:00 a.m.
An additional fee of $7 per hour will be charged for use of the facility
other than during regular hours of operation for all classifications.
7) All fees must be paid at Harding Community Center. Checks or money orders
are made payable to the City of Carlsbad. Groups using a facility on a
weekly, semi-monthly and monthly basis shall pay on or before the first
meeting of each month. Please refer to the Tacllity Fee Schedule".
RULES GOVERNING FACILITY USE
1) An employee of the Parks and Recreation Department shall be present during
all hours of use of the facility. Unless otherwise authorized by the
department, the employee on duty will be responsible for control of opening
and closing facilities, security control of lights, gates, etc.
2) The City of Carlsbad is not liable for accidents, injuries or loss of
individual property in connection with any of its facilities. Applicant
must obtain liability insurance in the amount of $500,000 which is approved
by the City Manager or his designee, naming the City as an additionally
Insured. However, the City can also provide the liability insurance at a
minimal cost to the participant.
3) Applicant and/or users will be responsible for any damage to facilities and
must leave facilities in the same condition as received, Including areas
outside a building used. If additional chairs, tables, etc. are used, they
are to be returned to proper storage.
4) All groups must be under the direction of their own leadership. There must
be at least one adult present and responsible for each twenty (20) minors,
and adults must be present during the entire time at a facility.
5) Users must comply with all applicable State laws and City ordinances.
6) Each group is responsible for controlling noise that would be disturbing to
other activities or the surrounding neighborhood.
7) Office telephones are for department business and may only be used in an
emergency.
8) The Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to full access for
all activities at any tine in order to ensure that all rules, regulations,
City and State lavs are being observed) and, if necessary, may terminate an
activity for the safety and welfare of the citizens of Carlsbad or
protection of City property.
9) Croups desiring to serve alcoholic beverages as part of their group
activities must so Indicate on the application for use. They may be
required to obtain a "Daily On-Sale General License" from the Alcoholic
Beverage Control office and to ensure that all Carlsbad Police Department
and ABC rules and regulations are actively enforced.
A) Alcoholic beverages shall not be purchased or brought into the building
by other than the person (or responsible officers if it is a service
club) responsible for the activity, or by a licensed caterer. Alcoholic
beverages are not to be consumed outside the building.
B) If minors are found to be in possession of alcoholic beverages, or If
participants are found to be in possession of drugs, or if fights occur,
the activity will be terminated immediately.
10) Groups having live musical entertainment or serving alcoholic beverages must
abide by the following additional security requirements:
A) Security requirements may be altered at the discretion of the Parks and
Recreation Director and/or Carlsbad Police Department's recommendation.
B) Guard service will be arranged by the department but paid by the
sponsoring group. A check for the security service must be submitted
along with other fees prior to approval for use. The department will
determine the required number of guards.
C) Guards shall act as security forces and not as I.D. checkers.
D) Two security guards will be required any time alcoholic beverages and/or
live entertainment is present. Additional guards may be assigned by the
Recreation Supervisor if needed.
11) A $150 refundable cleaning/damage deposit (cash/money order only) will be
added to the rental fee when a facility is used for wedding receptions,
rummage sales, dances, private parties or exhibitions. The cleaning/damage
deposit will automatically be mailed to the applicant if the facility is
left clean and undamaged after use.
12) All classifications must pay the commercial rate, category F, for any fund-
raising purposes.
13) Groups meeting on a regular basis may arrange to pay monthly, on the first
of each month prior to use.
1*) Rental for the use of the parks is charged only for large organized
activities including weddings, auctions, concerts, dances, dog shows,
rummage sales, art shows, groups serving alcoholic beverages, groups using
the sound system, exclusive use of the park, political groups, religious
groups, etc...
15) Scout groups In Carlsbad have first priority for use of .the Scout House, at
no charge. The facility will be availalbe for use by other groups when not
in use by the Scouts. The Scout troops should submit a Tacility Use
Application" with the department. This form will be good from September
through 3une. If summer use Is required, the Scout troops should contact
the department.
RESTRICTIONS FOR USE OF FACILITIES
1) No two groups of opposing political parties or political affiliation shall
be scheduled at the same time at any facility.
2) Use of the facilities by religious groups will be limited to 3 months. Use
will not be extended or renewed beyond the specified time period.
3) The use of any facility shall not be granted or permitted to any individual,
society group or organization which has as its objectives, the overthrow or
advancing of the overthrow of the present form of government of the United
States or the State of California by force or violence or other means.
*) Groups or individuals may use the City's facilities for private instruction
or commercial profit-making ventures for three months. However, the
building must have forty percent (<tOft) vacancy rate.
5) Approval for use will not be granted to a person under twenty-one (21) years
of age.
6) Department equipment is available for use in the City's facilities and may
not be removed to any other location without proper written authorization by
the Director of Parks and Recreation.
7) Facilities may be reserved, based on the availability of staff, for use on
the following holidays: Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and
Day, New Years Eve Day and legal City holidays.
8) Use of facilities, buldlngs or equipment may be refused for the following
reasons:
A) Not available due to scheduled use
B) Unsatisfactory prior use
C) When a hazardous condition exists
D) Application is submitted less than seven (7) days In advance
E) Non-payment of fees by due date
F) When all requirements are not met as established by this policy, the
City Council or the Parks and Recreation Commission, or State and local
laws
G) When the activity is not compatible with accepted legal and/or moral
standards
H) When use by non-residents precludes use by the community
9) If use for a facility is not approved, the decision my be appealed to the
Parks and Recreation Director. The next option, if the applicant Is not
satisfied with the decision, is to fitrtfter appeal to the Parks and
Recreation Commission. The final appeal can be made to the City Council.
CLASSIFICATION OF APPLICANTS AND FEES
Each application will be reviewed by the Recreation Supervisor and classified
into a group depending on the type of organization and the intended use. The
Parks and Recreation Department's activities have first priority for the use of
the facilities. The classifications are listed in order of priority with
classification "A" first, classification "B" second, etc....
The City attempts to accommodate all groups; however, there is a United number
of facilities. Unfortunately, the demand exceeds the supply. For that reason,
a priority system for use had to be established.
A) Parks and Recreation Department's Activities; Co-Sponsored Activities; Other
Departments
Examples: Senior Citizens Association, Friends of the Library
8) Resident Youth Croups
Locally organized youth groups whose membership is comprised of 79V City
residents. Their primary purpose is recreational or educational oriented
activities.
Examples: Little League, Pop Warner, Bobby Sox, Girls Club, Boys and Girls
Club, Pony League, Girls and Boys Scouts, La Costa Youth
Organization
C) Resident Recreational or Educational Croups
Croups with 75% residents whose primary purpose is to provide recreational
or educational activities or programs for the community.
Examples: YMCA, School District, Racey Ladles Track Club
D) Resident Civic, Social and Service Croups
Community organizations whose normal place of meeting is located in the City
of Carlsbad. 75% of their membership must be residents. Use is for
business meetings and social events.
Examples: Rotary, Garden Club, Southern California Council of Churches,
North County AA( Lions Club, ARC, Raza Unlda, League of Women
Voters, Soroptimlst, Resident Religious and Political Groups,
Chamber of Commerce
E) Private/Closed Hon-Resident Groups
Activity/program is not open to the general public and/or there is less than
75% residents. This includes non-resident youth, civic, social, political,
and religious groups.
Examples: Weddings, rummage sales, banquets, meetings
F) Commercial Groups
Facility use for commercial purposes by a commercial firm, private
instructor, commercial-making ventures, or classifications "B" through "F",
utilizing the building or site for fund-raising purposes.
Examples: Trade shows, company training, meetings, seminars, resident and
non-resident groups, classes, etc....
G) Religious and Political Croups
Facility use for religious and political groups has been established for
priority use only. Fees will be charged according to the appropriate
resident or non-resident category.
WP: 8/29/8*
KEY: N/C = No Charge
0 = Day
FEE SCHEDULE
Hours of Operation; 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 P.M., Saturday
F««s arc listed accordinf t« an h«urly rat* ualeas otherwise imellcated.
CATEGORIES
A4B C TT E F C
FACILITIES
Harding Community Center
Auditorium N/C $10 $15 $40 $55 »
Recreation Hall N/C 10 15 40 55
Meeting ROOMS N/C 5 10 30 35
Kitchen N/C 5 8 10 20
Heritage Hall
Main Room N/C 10 15 20 30
Kitchen N/C 5 5 8 10
Levante Community Center
Main Room N/C 10 15 35 45
Meeting Room N/C 5 10 15 20
Scout Hut N/C 5 8 10 20
SOFTBALL FIELDS
Chase
Bay Use N/C 3 3 5 5
Lights N/C 10 10 15 20
Pine
Bay Use (No Prep.) N/C 3 3 5 5
Lights N/C 10 10 15 20
Levante
Bay~Us« N/C 3 3 5 5
•Classification "C" has been established for priority purposes only. Fees will
be charged according to the designated classification.
FEE SCHEDULE
Page 2
Classification
A*B C D E F G
Tournaments
Field (Bases) N/C $ 30/D $ *0/D $ 50/0 $ 60/0
Cleaning Deposit (Refundable, N/C 100/0 100/0 100/0 100/0
paid by cash/money order
only)
Lights N/C 10 10 10 10
Field Preparation N/C 25 25 25 25
PARKS
Holiday - North end only N/C 5 10 15 20 *
La Costa Canyon - Upper area only N/C 3 5 8 10
Laquna Riviera N/C 3 5 8 10
Haqee Park N/C 3 5 8 10
TENNIS COURTS (Tournaments Only)
Carlsbad High School N/C 20/0 30/0 *0/D 60/D
Monroe Street N/C 10/0 15/D 20/D 30/D
NOTE;
1. There Is a two-hour minimum for the use of facilities except for meeting
rooms which can be rented for one (1) hour.
2. Fees will not be prorated for less than one hour.
3. At Levante Community Center and Heritage Hall, there is a charge for
additional equipment rental:
a. Portable P.A. $5.00
b. Banquet Tables 2.00 each
c. Chairs 2.50 per each group of 25 or less
d. Card Tables .50 each
<t. Day use for the softball fields and the tennis courts is from 8:00 a.m.
until dark. An additional amount is then charged for use of the lights.
•Classification "C" has been established for priority purposes only. Fees will
be charged according to the designated classification.
""CITY OF CARLSBAD ATTACHMENT
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
FACILITY USE REGULATIONS
Applications for use of City facilities may be made by mail
or in person at the Harding Community Center, 3096 Harding Street
or the Stagecoach Community Center, 3420 Mision Estancia. Applications
will be accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., except holidays.
Applications will be reviewed, use will be prioritized and
fees, if any, set by the Recreation Supervisor. Please refer to
Applications Procedures, Rules, Priority Classification and Fee
Schedule.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND POLICIES
1. Applications will be accepted for specific dates and times.
Time requested must include all set-up and clean-up time.
Applications must be submitted at least ten (10) working days
in advance of the date requested. Advanced scheduling may be
accepted one (1) year prior for larger special events.
2. Regular hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.
to 10:00 p.m., Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. On Friday and
Saturday nights, programs must end by 1:00 a.m., with a departure
time no later than 2:00 a.m. An additional fee will be charged
for use of the facility other than during regular hours of
operation for all classifications.
3. Applications will be approved for specific rooms, park areas
and ball fields, depending on group size, type of activity and
availability. No activity shall be scheduled for more than
room capacity.
4. The Department may refuse or canel any application. Written
notice or refusal or cancellation with appropriate explanation
will be given by the Department. Applications for use may be
denied for the following reasons:
a. Unsatisfactory prior use
b. Hazardous condition exists
c. Application submitted less than ten (10) days in advance
d. Non-payment of fees before due date
e. Higher priority activity takes precedence
If an application is denied, the decision may be appealed
to the Principal Recreation Supervisor. The next option,
if the applicant is not satisfied, is to appeal it to the
Recreation Superintendent, Parks and Recreation Director
and Commission. The final appeal can be made to the City
Council.
The Department reserves the right to limit the number of
uses by any one group so that the entire community may
make use of the limited facilities available.
In the event of a change of plans, by applicant, notice of
cancellation must be given to the Department 21 days before
the date of intended use in order to avoid financial obligation
for charges involved. A ten dollar ($10) processing fee will
be charged and a refund, if applicable, will be mailed to
applicant.
All fees must be paid at the Harding Community Center or
Stagecoach Community Center. Checks or money orders are made
payable to the "City of Carlsbad".
A $150 refundable cleaning/damage deposit must be paid upon
application approval. The remainder of the fee is due 21 days
before scheduled use. Groups using facilities on weekly,
semi-monthly or monthly schedule must pay on or before the
first meeting of the month. Other arrangements may be approved
by the Recreation Supervisor.
8. A signed copy of your application by the Recreation Supervisor
is your confirmation of the requested date. Any preparation
for an event is solely at the applicant's risk.
9. The Recreation Supervisor may impose additional requirements
on the applicant as a condition of approval. These additional
requirements may include, but are not limited to, additional
security, City staff, or insurance. Costs incurred for
additional requirements shall be the responsibility of the
applicant.
RULES GOVERNING FACILITY USE
1. An employee of the Parks and Recreation Department shall be
present during all hours of use. Applicants that have been
approved by the Department may be issued a key for off-site
locations. The applicant is then responsible to secure the
facility when leaving.
2. Clean-up/Refunds
a. On the day of the event, the patron must initially inspect
the premises with a staff person and fill out a Condition
of Facility Report. This report is a check list to insure
there is no negligence by either party (Recreation staff or
patron).
b. Groups are responsible for the following clean-up at the
end of their event:
0 Cleaning of all equipment used
0 Cleaning of any counter areas used
0 Cleaning and wiping all table tops used
0 Clean-up of any floor or carpet areas soiled or
dampened
3
0 Clean-up of the kitchen and all amenities used (i.e.,
refrigerator, stove, oven, sinks, etc.)
0 Putting all trash in proper receptacles
0 Removal of all equipment supplies, personal articles,
displays, etc., immediately following clean-up.
c. At the end of the rental and clean-up period, the patron
will inspect the premises with a staff person and
complete the Condition of Facility Report.
d. If a group fails to perform a clean-up after their activity,
the total deposit will be forfeited. If the facility is
left in a satisfactory condition, a refund will be issued
approximately three to four weeks after the date of the
facility use.
3. All groups must be under the direction of their own leadership.
There must be at least one adult present and responsible for
each twenty minors, and an adult must be present at all times.
4. The City of Carlsbad is not liable for accidents, injuries or
loss of individual property in connection with any of its
facilities. Groups which fall into a moderate to high risk
activity will be required to obtain liability insurance (rider
clause to original policy), approved by the Recreation Supervisor,
naming the City of Carlsbad, its officers and employees as
additional insured. The City shall require liability insurance
of $1 million to $5 million, depending upon the risk factor.
5. No activity will be permitted, which is in violation of local,
state or federal statutes. Applicants must adhere to all City
policies and fire codes during their use of the facility.
6. Groups are responsible for controlling noise that could be
disturbing to other activities or the surrounding neighborhood.
7. The Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to full
access for all activities in order to ensure that all rules and
regulations are being observed, and may terminate the activity
for the safety and welfare of the citizens or City property.
8. Rental for use of parks is charged only for organized activities
requesting specific areas. Liability insurance or security guards
may be necessary depending on a) risk factor level, b) alcohol,
c) nature of use.
9. Scout groups in Carlsbad have first priority for use of the Scout
House, at no charge. The facility will be available for use by
other groups when not in use by the Scouts. The Scout troops
must submit a "Facility Use Application" with the Department.
This form will be good from September through June. If summer
use is needed, a separate application must be submitted.
10. Groups having live musical entertainment or serving alcoholic
beverages must abide by the following additional security
requirements:
a. Groups selling alcohol must obtain "Daily On-Sale General
License" from the Alcohol Beverage Control Board.
b. Guard service will be arranged by the Department but paid
by the applicant. Guards will act as security forces and
not as I.D. checkers. Additional guards may be assigned
by the Recreation Supervisors, if needed.
11. Alcoholic beverages shall not be purchased or brought into the
building by other than the person responsible for the activity
or licensed caterer. Alcholic beverages are not to be consumed
5
outside the building. If minors are found to be in possession
of alcoholic beverage, or if participants are found to be in
possession of drugs, the activity will be terminated immediately.
12. Approval for use will not be granted to a person under twenty-one
(21) years of age.
13. Department equipment is available for use in the City's facilities,
but may not be removed to any other location without proper written
authorization by the Recreation Supervisor.
14. Use of the facilities by religious groups, groups or individuals
for private or commercial profit making ventures will be limited
to three (3) months. Use may not be extended or renewed beyond
the original period.
15. The use of any facility will not be granted or permitted to any
individual, society group or organization which has its objectives,
the overthrow or advancing of the overthrow of the present form of
government of the United States or the State of California by
force violence or other means.
16. No two groups of opposing political parties or political
affiliation shall be scheduled at the same time at any facility.
17. No tape, nails, staples, etc. will be permitted on the walls of
any facility.
18. SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED IN ANY CITY FACILITY.
19. Stagecoach Community Center/Gymnasium
a. Gymnasium usage will not be granted when other City facilities
are deemed more suitable for requested usage.
b. No food, beverages, or hard sole shoes allowed.
c. Floor cover to be in place for all events other than sports.
6
CLASSIFICATION OF APPLICANTS AND FEES
Each application will be reviewed by the Recreation Supervisor
and classified into a group depending on the type of organization
and the intended use. The Parks and Recreation Department's
activities have first priority for the use of the facilities.
The classifications are listed in order of priority with
classification "A" first, classification "B" second, etc. . .
The City attempts to accommodate all groups; however, there is
a limited number of facilities. Unfortunately, the demand exceeds
the supply. For that reason, a priority system for use had to be
established.
A) Parks and Recreation Department activities;
Co-sponsored activities; other city departments
Examples: Friends of Library, Carlsbad Book Fair
B) Non-profit organizations (non-paid management)
Carlsbad Resident not-for-profit, civic, social
Organization and any organization sponsoring a
public forum or candidates night.
Examples: Carlsbad Rotary, La Costa Youth
organization, Bobby Sox, Little League,
Boy Scouts, Lions Club
C) Carlsbad Resident not-for-profit, civic, social
organizations (paid management); educational
institutions; resident recreational;
Examples: Boy's and Girl's Club, School District
ARC, Raza Unida
D) Locally organized groups whose normal place of
meeting is located in the City of Carlsbad;
resident religious; resident political candidate
use for fund raisers; non-resident not-for-profit
civic and social organizations; resident private
parties.
Examples: North County A.A., Y.M.C.A., resident
religious and political groups
E) Resident commercial, business, profit making
organization, non-resident private party activities,
Examples: Carlsbad Inn, non-resident parties,
weddings or receptions
F) Non-resident commercial, business, political, profit
making and religious organizations;
Examples: Trade shows, company training,
meetings, seminars
In order to qualify as classification "B" or "C" non-profit user,
the organization must meet all of the following criteria:
a. The organization must be registered as a not-for-profit
corporation with the State of California, or, if not
registered with the State, must have a constitution
or bylaws which clearly state that the objectives of
the organization are of a non-profit, non-commercial
nature.
b. The organization must be comprised of volunteers,
51% of which must be Carlsbad residents.
c. The organization must submit the following:
if incorporated, submit State incorporation
papers and bylaws; if not incorporated, submit
constitution and bylaws
A current financial statement. An additional
financial statement will be required on October 1
of each year
A signed statement verifying item "b" above
FACILITY FEE SCHEDULE AND CLASSIFICATIONS
REGULAR OPERATION HOURS
Harding Community Center
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Stagecoach Community Center
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
An extra staffing fee of $7.00 per hour is required for all recreation
usages other than regular operation hours and at all other times for
other facilities.
CATEGORIES
FACILITIES
Harding Community Center
Auditorium
Recreation Hall
Multi-Purpose Room
Kitchen
Stagecoach Community Center
Gymnasium
Activity Room
Multi-Purpose Room
Kitchen
Levante Community Center
Heritage Hall
Granary
Scout House
B
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
$10
10
N/C
N/C
10
10
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
$15
15
10
5
20
15
10
5
10
10
8
8
$20
20
15
10
30
20
15
10
15
15
10
10
$40
40
20
15
45
40
20
15
20
20
15
15
$45
50
25
20
55
50
25
20
30
30
20
20
PARKS
Holiday - Gazebo Area
Stagecoach - Picnic Area
Magee Park - Open Area
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
5
5
3
8
8
5
10
10
8
15
15
12
CATEGORIES
LaCosta Canyon - Upper Area
Laguna Riviera - Picnic Area
A B C D E F
N/C N/C 3 5 8 12
N/C N/C 3 5 8 12
BALLFIELDS
Chase, Pine, Stagecoach
Day Use N/C
Lights N/C
N/C
N/C
Levante, Safety Center, Fuerte
Day Use Only N/C N/C
5
13
5
13
7
15
7
20
TOURNAMENTS - ($200 DPT. Req'd)
Field plus Bases N/C
Lights N/C
Field Preparation N/C
Snack Bar N/C
TENNIS COURT - (Tournaments Only/
Daily Fee)
Carlsbad High School
Stagecoach
Monroe
Laquna Riviera
N/C
7
15
N/C
5
13
15
5
5
13
15
8
7
15
15
10
7
20
15
12
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
20
15
10
10
30
20
15
15
40
25
20
20
60
35
30
30
NOTE;
1. There is a two-hour minimum for the use of facilities, parks
and meeting rooms, except for ballfields which can be rented
for one (I) hour. Fees will not be prorated for less than
one hour.
2. Day Use for the softball fields and the tennis courts is from
8:00 a.m. until dark. An additional amount is charged for
lights.
3. Building rentals include use of tables, chairs, P.A. and
kitchen facilities when appropriate.
CITY OF CARLSBAD
COUNCIL POLICY STATEMENT
General Subject: Administration
Specific Subject: Facility Use Regulations
Policy No.28 Page 1 of 10
Date Issued 7-14-87
Effective Date 7-14-87
Cancellation Date
Supersedes No. 28, 8-29-84
Copies to:City Council, City Manager, City Attorney, Department and
Division Heads, Employee Bulletin Boards, Press, File
PURPOSE
To revise an established policy for the use of Harding Street and Stagecoacl
Park Community Center, Magee House and other Parks and Recreation facilities
and to set priorities, regulations and fees for such use.
STATEMENT OF POLICY
There is a high demand for use of City Park and Recreation facilities.
Park and Recreation facilities are available for a wide variety of uses.
The following rules and procedures have been established to provide
guidelines for the use of such facilities. The Parks and Recreation
Department will be responsible for the administration of this policy.
Facility Use Request should be submitted to the Parks and Recreation
Department on a form available from that department.
Applications for use of City facilities may be made by mail or in person
at the Harding Community Center, 3096 Harding Street or the Stagecoach
Community Center, 3420 Mision Estancia. Applications will be accepted
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
except holidays.
Applications will be reviewed, use will be prioritized and fees, if any,
set by the Recreation Supervisor. Please refer to Applications Procedures,
Rules, Priority Classification and Fee Schedule.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND POLICIES
Applications will be accepted for specific dates and times. Time
requested must include all set-up and clean-up time. Applications
must be submitted at least ten (10) working days in advance of the
date requested. Advanced scheduling may be accepted one (1) year
prior for larger special events.
Regular hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to
10:00 p.m., Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. On Friday and Saturday
nights, programs must end by 1:00 a.m., with a departure time no later
than 2:00 a.m. An additional fee will be charged for use of the
facility other than during regular hours of operation for all
classifications.
Applications will be approved for specific rooms, park areas and ball
fields, depending on group size, type of activity and availability.
No activity shall be scheduled for more than room capacity.
Exhibit 1
CITY OF CARLSBAD
COUNCIL POLICY STATEMENT
General Subject: Administration
Specific Subject: Facility Use Regulations
Policy No. 28 Page 2 of 10
Date Issued 7-14-87
Effective Date 7-14-87
Cancellation Date
Supersedes No. 28, 8-29-84
Copies to:City Council, City Manager, City Attorney, Department and
Division Heads, Employee Bulletin Boards, Press, File
APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND POLICES, Con't.
4. The Department may refuse or cancel any application. Written notice
or refusal or cancellation with appropriate explanation will be given
by the Department. Applications for use may be denied for the following
reasons:
a. Unsatisfactory prior use
b. Hazardous condition exists
c. Application submitted less than ten (10) days in advance
d. Non-payment of fees before due date
e. Higher priority activity takes precedence
If an application is denied, the decision may be appealed to the
Principal Recreation Supervisor. The next option, if the applicant
is not satisfied, is to appeal it to the Recreation Superintendent,
Parks and Recreation Director and Commission. The final appeal can
be made to the City Council.
The Department reserves the right to limit the number of uses by
any one group so that the entire community may make use of the
limited facilities available.
5. In the event of a change of plans, by applicant, notice of cancellation
must be given to the Department 21 days before the date of intended
use in order to avoid financial obligation for charges involved. A
ten dollar ($10) processing fee will be charged and a refund, if
applicable, will be mailed to applicant.
6. All fees must be paid at the Harding Community Center or Stagecoach
Community Center. Checks or money orders are made payable to the
"City of Carlsbad".
7. A $150 refundable cleaning/damage deposit must be made upon application
approval. The remainder of the fee is due 21 days before scheduled
use. Groups using facilities on weekly, semi-monthly'or monthly
schedule must pay on or before the first meeting of the month. Other
arrangements may be approved by the Recreation Supervisor.
8. A signed copy of your application by the Recreation Supervisor is your
confirmation of the requested date. Any preparation for an event is
solely at the applicant's risk.
CITY OF CARLSBAD
COUNCIL POLICY STATEMENT
General Subject:
Specific Subject:
Policy No. 28 Page 3 of 1C
Date Issued 7-14-87
Effective Date 7-14-87
Cancellation Date
Supersedes No.28, 8-29-84
Copies to:City Council, City Manager, City Attorney, Department and
Division Heads, Employee Bulletin Boards, Press, File
APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND POLICIES, Con't.
9. The Recreation Supervisor may impose additional requirements on the
applicant as a condition of approval. These additional requirements
may include, but are not limited to, additional security, City staff,
or insurance. If an application for facility use has been submitted
less than 10 working days, applications may be reviewed and accommodatei
subject to facility availability. Any financial obligations incurred b
the City to accommodate the applicant will be deducted from the requirei
deposit upon notice of cancellation. Cost incurred for additional
requirements shall be the responsibility of the applicant.
RULES GOVERNING FACILITY USE
1. An employee of the Parks and Recreation Department shall be present
during all hours of use. Applicants that have been approved by the
Department may be issued a key for off-site locations. The applicant
is then responsible to secure the facility when leaving.
2. Clean-up/Refunds
a. On the day of the event, the patron must initially inspect the
premises with a staff person and fill out a Condition of Facility
Report. This report is a check list to insure there is no
negligence by either party (Recreation staff or patron).
b. Groups are responsible for the following clean-up at the end of
their event:
0 Cleaning of all equipment used0 Cleaning of any counter areas used0 Cleaning and wiping all table tops used0 Clean-up of any floor or carpet areas soiled or dampened
0 Clean-up of the kitchen and all amenities used (i.e.,
refrigerator, stove, oven, sinks, etc.)0 Putting all trash in proper receptacles0 Removal of all equipment supplies, personal articles, displays,
etc., immediately following clean-up.
c. At the end of the rental and clean-up period, the 'patron will
inspect the premises with a staff person and complete the Condition
of Facility Report.
CITY OF CARLSBAD
COUNCIL POLICY STATEMENT
General Subject:
Specific Subject:
Policy No. 28 Page 4 of 10
Date Issued 7-14-87
Effective Date 7-14-87
Cancellation Date
Supersedes No. 28, 8-29-84
Copies to: City Council, City Manager, City Attorney, Department and
Division Heads, Employee Bulletin Boards, Press, File
RULES GOVERNING FACILITY USE, Con't.
d. If a group fails to perform a clean-up after their activity, the
total deposit will be forfeited. If the facility is left in a
satisfactory condition, a refund will be issued approximately
three to four weeks after the date of the facility use.
3. All groups must be under the direction of their own leadership. There
must be at least one adult present and responsible for each twenty
minors, and an adult must be present at all times.
4. The City of Carlsbad is not liable for accidents, injuries or loss
of individual property in connection with any of its facilities.
Groups which fall into a moderate to high risk activity will be
required to obtain liability insurance (rider clause to original
policy), approved by the Recreation Supervisor, naming the City of
Carlsbad, its officers and employees as additional insured. The
City shall require liability insurance of $1 million to $5 million,
depending upon the risk factor.
5. No activity will be permitted, which is in violation of local, state
or federal statutes. Applicants must adhere to all City policies and
fire codes during their use of the facility.
6. Groups are responsible for controlling noise that could be disturbing
to other activities or the surrounding neighborhood.
7. The Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to full access
for all activities in order to ensure that all rules and regulations
are being observed, and may terminate the activity for the safety and
welfare of the citizens or City property.
8. Rental for use of parks is charged only for organized activities
requesting specific areas. Liability insurance or security guards
may be necessary depending on a) risk factor level, b) alcohol,
c) nature of use.
9. Scout groups in Carlsbad have first priority for use of the Scout
House, at no charge. The facility will be available for use by other
groups when not in use by the Scouts. The Scout troops must submit a
"Facility Use Application" with the Department. This form will be
good from September through June. If summer use is needed, a separate
application must be submitted.
CITY OF CARLSBAD
COUNCIL POLICY STATEMENT
General Subject:
Specific Subject:
Policy No.28 Page 5 of 10
Date Issued 7-14-87
Effective Date 7-14-87
Cancellation Date
Supersedes No. 28, 8-29-84
Copies to:City Council, City Manager/ City Attorney, Department and
Division Heads, Employee Bulletin Boards, Press, File
RULES GOVERNING FACILITY USE, Con't.
10. Groups having live musical entertainment or serving alcoholic
beverages must abide by the following additional security requirements
a. Groups selling alcohol must obtain "Daily On-Sale General License"
from the Alcohol Beverage Control Board.
b. Guard service will be arranged by the Department but paid by the
applicant. Guards will act as security forces and not as I.D.
checkers. Additional guards may be assigned by the Recreation
Supervisors, if needed.
11. Alcoholic beverages shall not be purchased or brought into the buildin<
by other than the person responsible for the activity or licensed
caterer. Alcoholic beverages are not to be consumed outside the
building. If minors are found to be in possession of alcoholic
beverage, or if participants are found to be in possession of drugs,
the activity will be terminated immediately.
12. Approval for use will not be granted to a person under twenty-one
(21) years of age.
13. Department equipment is available for use in the City's facilities,
but may not be removed to any other location without proper written
authorization by the Recreation Supervisor.
14. Use of the facilities by religious groups, groups or individuals
for private or commercial profit making ventures will be limited
to three (3) months. Use may not be extended or renewed beyond
the original period.
15. The use of any facility will not be granted or permitted to any
individual, society group or organization which has its objectives,
the overthrow or advancing of the overthrow of the present form of
government of the United States or the State of California by force
violence or other means.
16. No two groups of opposing political parties or political affiliation
shall be scheduled at the same time at any facility.
17. No tape, nails, staples, etc. will be permitted on the walls of any
facility.
18. SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED IN ANY CITY FACILITY.
CITY OF CARLSBAD
COUNCIL POLICY STATEMENT
General Subject:
Specific Subject:
Policy No. 28 Page 6 of 10
Date Issued 7-14-87
Effective Date 7-14-87
Cancellation Date
Supersedes No. 28, 8-29-84
Copies to: City Council, City Manager, City Attorney, Department and
Division Heads, Employee Bulletin Boards, Press, File
RULES GOVERNING FACILITY USE, Con't.
19. Stagecoach Community Center/Gymnasium
a. Gymnasium usage will not be granted when other City facilities
are deemed more suitable for requested usage.
b. No food, beverages, or hard sole shoes allowed.
c. Floor cover to be in place for all events other than sports.
CLASSIFICATION OF APPLICANTS AND FEES
Each application will be reviewed by the Recreation Supervisor and
classified into a group depending on the type of organization and the
intended use. The Parks and Recreation Department's activities have first
priority for the use of the facilities. The classifications are listed in
order of priority with classification "A" first, classification "B" second,
etc...
The City attempts to accommodate all groups; however, there is a limited
number of facilities. Unfortunately, the demand exceeds the supply. For
that reason, a priority system for use had to be established.
A. Parks and Recreation Department activities; Co-sponsored activities;
other City departments.
Examples: Friends of Library, Carlsbad Book Fair.
B. Non-profit organizations (non-paid management) Carlsbad Resident
not-for-profit, civic, social Organization and any organization
sponsoring a public forum or candidates night.
Examples: Carlsbad Rotary, La Costa Youth Organization, Bobby Sox,
Little League, Boy Scouts, Lions Club.
C. Carlsbad Resident not-for-profit, civic, social organizations (paid
management); educational institutions; resident recreational.
Examples: Boy's and Girl's Club, School District, ARC, Raza Unida
CITY OF CARLSBAD
COUNCIL POLICY STATEMENT
General Subject:
Specific Subject:
Policy No. 28 Page 7 of 10
Date Issued 7-14-87
Effective Date 7-14-87
Cancellation Date
Supersedes No.28, 8-29-84
Copies to: City Council, City Manager, City Attorney, Department and
Division Heads, Employee Bulletin Boards, Press, File
:LASSIFICATION OF APPLICANTS AND FEES, con't.
Locally organized groups whose normal place of meeting is located in
the City of Carlsbad; resident religious; resident political candidate
use for fund raisers; non-resident not-for-profit civic and social
organizations; resident private parties.
Examples: North County A.A., Y.M.C.A., resident religious and
political groups.
E. Resident commercial, business, profit making organization, non-resident
private party activities.
Examples: Carlsbad Inn, non-resident parties, weddings or receptions
Non-resident commercial, business, political, profit making and
religious organizations.
Examples: Trade shows, company training, meetings, seminars.
In order to qualify as classification "B" or "C" non-profit user, the
organization must meet all of the following criteria:
a. The organization must be registered as a not-for-profit corporation
with the State of California, or, if not registered with the State,
must have a constitution or bylaws which clearly state that the
objectives of the organization are of a non-profit, non-commercial
nature.
b. The organization must be comprised of volunteers, 51% of which
must be Carlsbad residents.
c. The organization must submit the following:
If incorporated, submit State incorporation papers and bylaws;
if not incorporated, submit constitution and bylaws.
A current financial statement. An additional financial
statement will be required on October 1 of each year.
A signed statement verifying item "b" above.
CITY OF CARLSBAD
COUNCIL POLICY STATEMENT
General Subject:
Specific Subject:
Policy No. 28 Page 8 of 10
Date Issued 7-14-87
Effective Date 7-14-87
Cancellation Date
Supersedes No. 28, 8-29-84
Copies to: City Council, City Manager, City Attorney, Department and
Division Heads, Employee Bulletin Boards, Press, File
FACILITY USE SCHEDULE AND CLASSIFICATIONS
REGULAR OPERATION HOURS
Harding Community Center
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Stagecoach Community Center
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Fees are based on an hourly rate. An extra staffing fee of $7.00 per hour
is required for all recreation usages other than regular operation hours.
CATEGORIES
FACILITIES
Harding Community^ Center
Auditorium
Recreation Hall
Multi-Purpose Room
Kitchen
Stagecoach Community Center
Gymnasium
Activity Room
Multi-Purpose Room
Kitchen
Levante Community Center
Heritage Hall
Granary
Scout House
A
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
B
$10
10
N/C
N/C
10
10
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
C
$15
15
10
5
20
15
10
5
10
10
8
8
D
$20
20
15
10
30
20
15
10
15
15
10
10
E
$40
40
20
15
45
40
20
15
20
20
15
15
F
$45
50
25
20
55
50
25
20
30
30
20
20
CITY OF CARLSBAD
COUNCIL POLICY STATEMENT
General Subject:
Specific Subject:
Policy NO. 28
Date Issued
Page 9 of 10
7-14-87
Effective Date 7-14-87
Cancellation
Supersedes No
Date
. 28, 8-29-84
Copies to: City Council, City Manager, City Attorney, Department and
Division Heads, Employee Bulletin Boards, Press, File
FACILITY USE SCHEDULE AND CLASSIFICATIONS , Con't•
CATEGORIES
PARKS
Holiday - Gazebo Area
Stagecoach - Picnic Area
Magee Park - Open Area
LaCosta Canyon - Upper Area
Laguna Riviera - Picnic Area
BALLFIELDS
Chase, Pine, Stagecoach
A
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
Day Use N/C
Lights N/C
Levante, Safety Center, Fuerte
Day Use Only
TOURNAMENTS - ($200 DPT. Req
Field plus Bases
Lights
Field Preparation
Snack Bar
TENNIS COURT - (Tournaments
Daily Fee)
Carlsbad High School
Stagecoach
Monroe
Laguna Riviera
N/C
fd)
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
Only/
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
B
N/C $
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
7
15
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
C D E
5 $ 8 $10
5 8 10
358
358
358
557
13 13 15
557
557
13 13 15
15 15 15
5 8 10
20 30 40
15 20 ' 25
10 15 20
10 15 20
F
$15
15
12
12
12
7
20
7
7
20
15
12
60
35
30
30
CITY OF CARLSBAD
COUNCIL POLICY STATEMENT
General Subject:
Specific Subject:
Policy No. 28 Page 10 of 1
Date Issued 7-14-87
Effective Date 7-14-87
Cancellation Date
Supersedes No.28, 8-29-84
Copies to: City Council, City Manager, City Attorney, Department and
Division Heads, Employee Bulletin Boards, Press, File
FACILITY USE SCHEDULE AND CLASSIFICATIONS, Con't.
NOTE :
There is a two-hour minimum for the use of facilities, parks and
meeting rooms, except for ballfields which can be rented for one (1)
hour. Fees will not be prorated for less than one hour.
Day Use for the Softball fields and the tennis courts is from 8:00 a.m.
until dark. An additional amount is charged for lights.
Building rentals include use of tables, chairs, P.A. and kitchen
facilities when appropriate.