Chapter 12.18
CITY BALLFIELDS

Sections:

12.18.010    Reserving fields – Required conditions.

12.18.020    Use permission applications.

12.18.030    Appeal process.

12.18.010 Reserving fields – Required conditions.

Any civic or nonprofit organization may reserve designated ballfields provided the following conditions are met:

A. Applicants desiring use of ballfields under this chapter shall make application to the city clerk showing the specific dates and times of requested use and designate specific field.

B. Continuous scheduling of dates for one applicant shall be permitted upon availability of dates requested and on a first-come, first-serve basis with priority being given to local youth groups.

C. Upon approval of application the applicant shall provide proof of insurance naming the city as an additional insured.

D. The applicant may not charge admission for any activities without prior approval of the city.

E. The applicant shall notify the clerk at least five days in advance of canceled use of any scheduled date. (Ord. 1508 § 1, 2002).

12.18.020 Use permission applications.

A. The clerk shall review all applications and grant or deny same within five days.

B. The clerk shall deny use permits if the intended use is not compatible with the public use of the ballfields and/or is not conducive to the public health, safety or welfare.

C. The clerk may terminate or limit future usage of the ballfields if the applicant fails to provide notification of any canceled usage or violates any rules or regulations associated with the use of the ballfields. (Ord. 1508 § 1, 2002).

12.18.030 Appeal process.

Any applicant may, within 10 days after receipt of such notice of denial, suspension or revocation, appeal to the mayor by filing a written notice of appeal setting forth the grounds therefor. The mayor will review the appeal and respond back to the applicant within five working days. (Ord. 1508 § 1, 2002).