Resolution 2011-13 STATE OF ILLINOIS )
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COUNTY OF KENDALL )
RESOLUTION NO. 2011- l3
RESOLUTION APPROVING A REVISED
PARK RENTAL AND USE POLICY
WHEREAS, the City Council of the United City of Yorkville has considered and
discussed the importance of updating the United City of Yorkville Park and Recreation
Department Park, Gazebo, Shelter Reservation policy, and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the United City of Yorkville has considered and
discussed changing the name from the United City of Yorkville Park and Recreation Department
Park, Gazebo, Shelter Reservation policy to the United City of Yorkville Park and Recreation
Department Park Rental and Use Policy, and
WHEREAS, it has been determined to be in the best interests of the United City of
Yorkville to repeal the previous Park, Gazebo, Shelter Reservation Policy and adopt a new
policy titled Park Rental and Use Policy in the form attached hereto in Exhibit "A".
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and City Council of the United
City of Yorkville, Kendall County, Illinois, that the Park Rental and Use Policy in the form set
forth on Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein is hereby adopted as the Park
Rental and Use Policy of the City and the Park, Gazebo, Shelter Reservation Policy heretofor
adopted by the City Council is hereby repealed in its entirety.
Passed by the City Council of the United City of Yorkville, Kendall County, Illinois this
l,q day of J UA/F , A.D. 2011.
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CHRIS FUNKHOUSER DIANE TEELING V
LARRY KOT JACKIE MILSCHEWSKI V
CARLO COLOSIMO MARTY MUNNS
ROSE ANN SPEARS `/ GEORGE GILSON JR
2 Approved by me, as Mayor of the United City of Yorkville, Kendall County, Illinois, this
3 day of L(ST , A.D. 2011.
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MAYOR
UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE
PARK AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
PARK RENTAL AND USE POLICY
City Council approved June 14, 2011
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Reservation PAGE
Rental categories PAGE
Use priorities PAGE
Request for parks and park amenities reservation PAGE
Who must complete a park reservation? PAGE
Permissible uses for reservations PAGE
Large-groups PAGE
Reservation Fees PAGE
Park sites and amenities available PAGE
General policies and procedures for use PAGE
Applications for Shelters, Gazebos and Parks Reservation PAGE
UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE
PARK AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
PARK RENTAL AND USE POLICY
The Park Rental and Use Policy of the United City of Yorkville has been established to provide a systematic
method by which Parks and park amenities (Shelters, Gazebos and other amenities) may be reserved by the
residents of the community. A reservation is not required for park use for occasional play. Multiple activities
or special use (which includes use by a resident or groups, multiple days, or week play for a designated area) a
permit is required and will guarantee use for the dates and times specified on the permit. All United City of
Yorkville Playground Areas shall remain open for public access and public pathways located within any United
City of Yorkville Park shall remain open to the public at all times. Occasionally parks may be excluded from the
reservation availability.
Objective
• To provide maximum utilization of parks through centralized scheduling
• To provide an impartial distribution of park amenities, shelters or gazebo to the various community
groups who wish to reserve.
• To plan cooperatively with other community agencies to enhance individual and group recreational
needs.
• To provide recreational activities which take into consideration the needs of the community.
• To provide the best possible maintenance of the parks using available manpower and monetary
resources.
RENTAL CATEGORIES
Category A Government and non-profit organization which are located within the United City of Yorkville.
Category B Private groups and individuals which are comprised of predominately (at least 80%) United City
of Yorkville residents.
Category C Business or corporations which are located within the United City of Yorkville boundaries.
Category D Governmental and non-profit organizations which are located outside the United City of
Yorkville boundaries.
Category E Private groups and individuals who do not fall into the predominately resident classification
(Category B).
Category F Business or corporations which are located outside of the United City of Yorkville boundaries
Use Priorities
When scheduling use or reservation of a park, or park amenities,the following priorities shall be established:
1. United City of Yorkville Park and Recreation sponsored programs
2. Yorkville School District
3. Groups, organization or other community bodies that have approved cooperative agreements with the
United City of Yorkville.
4. Privately sponsored programs within the city limits.
5. Private groups or individuals outside the city limits, requesting use of a park on a single or multiple
dates.
6. Other
Residents groups (groups with 80% or more United City of Yorkville residents) shall be given priority
over non-resident groups. The 80% residency requirement shall be calculated based on the total
number of people who will be in attendance.
Parks and Park amenities may be used on a drop-in basis by any group or individual without a
reservation on a first come first serve basis. Drop-in use is limited to 2 hours and does not include any
organized or reserved use. Groups or individuals with an approved reservation or permit and City
programs will have priority use.
In case of inclement weather, the United City of Yorkville Park and Recreation Department shall make
the final decision regarding use of the park or park amenities.
Request for Parks and Park Amenities Reservation
Organizations, Groups and individuals desiring to reserve Parks, Park amenities including shelters, gazebos,
etc., shall complete the standard application for reservation. Some parks and activities may be excluded from
park reservations as determined by recommendations from the Park Board or staff. In addition,
organizations, groups, and individuals shall be required to submit the following with the application form:
• (For Groups and Organizations) A certificate of insurance—co-naming the United City of Yorkville as an
additional insured, Assumption of liability, and Waiver of subrogation
• A signed permit request form with the name and address of the person making the request. In
addition, complete information regarding the use of the park or park amenities and acknowledgement
/ agreement to adhere to the park use policy.
• The Recreation Department may request additional information from the desired individual or groups
if it is considered to be in the best interest of the City or necessary to make a decision regarding the
use.
Reservation requests shall be approved beginning on the following dates:
Spring Season (March — May) February 15
Summer Season (June—August) April 15
Fall Season (September— November) July 15
WHO MUST COMPLETE A PARK RESERVATION?
Any organization or individual who:
• Wants to reserve a certain area for a specific date and time
• Require special arrangements
• Are planning a special-use activity, such as pitching tents or erecting non-routine apparatuses
PERMISSIBLE USES FOR RESERVATIONS
Any resident, organization or group wishing to reserve a park, or park amenity for use shall have an approved
reservation permit prior to publicly advertising the use of the park or location. This includes single use or
multiple use requests. Each multiple use request may not exceed more than 3 days. Some activities may be
determined to be not appropriate for specific parks due to location, use, or overall function of the park.
Requesting party must include all activities or uses of the park when making the request. Priorities will be
given to the following uses, in order from most priority to least priority:
A. Block parties
B. Community or organization events (i.e. non fundraising events, and non profit-making)
C. Private events (family reunions, weddings, private parties)
D. Community or organization events (fundraising events)
At the time of application, all special requests must be indicated in detail on the reservation form. These
include, but are not limited to, bringing in tables and chairs, inflatable amusement equipment, selling
concessions (including items to be sold and their prices), selling of miscellaneous items for fund raising or
profit, extended park hours use, use of a public address system, admission charges, additional maintenance,
use of snow fence, and water or electrical access.
No equipment or permanent signage will be added or installed to the park without the permission of the Park
Board, City Council, or designated staff.
No intoxicating liquor or persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs shall be allowed in any City Parks or
premises, except that upon approval of the Mayor, Festival/Entertainment events may apply for a City liquor
permit to serve beer and/or wine at certain park locations. No persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs
shall be allowed in any City park or premises.
Groups using the United City of Yorkville parks, fields, buildings or facilities are responsible for litter control
and pick up. Please dispose of all trash and recyclables in the proper containers. Damage or excessive litter
may result in a loss of privileges and fees for clean up.
Selling of any items in the parks must be approved through the vendor permitting process.
Adhere to the GENERAL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR USE OF THE UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE PARKS,
FIELDS AND FACILITIES. Any violation of these policies can impact the current and future uses of all City Parks,
fields and / or facilities. Furthermore, the resident, group or organization assumes all responsibility for the
repair or replacement of damage as a result of misuse of the park, equipment or park amenities.
LARGE-GROUP POLICY
Groups with more than 100 members make a serious impact on the parks. As a part of confirming the
reservation for use the Police will be consulted regarding potential impacts to the Parks and City public safety.
Community parks/areas available for large private groups include Beecher, Bridge and Riverfront Parks.
Unless otherwise approved by the Park and Recreation Department, parking must remain within designated
areas.
Fees will be set based on direct costs incurred and post event repairs and clean-up and number of participants
by the Park and Recreation Department. Fees will be estimated in advance by the appropriate staff. Large
group events may be subject to additional fees for public safety/police and /or traffic control and the rental of
portable toilets.
PARK, GAZEBO, SHELTER RESERVATION FEES
A. Establishment
The Board shall annually (based on fiscal year) recommend fees for the reserved use of Park, Gazebo,
Shelter based on the premise that fees charged shall be used to partially offset the cost of maintaining and
upgrading the City's Parks and amenities. Fees shall be established in the following categories:
1. Gazebo single use
2. Large and small shelter single use
3. Park single use (non athletic fields)
4. Gazebo multiple use
5. Shelter multiple uses
6. Park multiple use (non athletic fields)
7. Resident, non-resident and commercial use fees
8. Special use (including fundraising, educational and religious)
9. Festival/Entertainment use
B. Resident vs Non-Resident Users
To qualify for resident fees a group shall consist of 80% or more residents of the United City of Yorkville,
City boundaries. The 80% residency requirement shall be calculated based on the total number of
individuals using the park. Residency shall be determined based on the home address of the individuals as
opposed to the business address or the address of other family members. The Recreation Department may
waive the residency requirement if it is considered in the best interest of the City.
C. Commercial Users
Any group reserving park or park amenity for profit making purposes shall be charged the commercial fee.
D. Waiver of Fees
The United City of Yorkville may waive fees to schools, private groups or organization in exchange of
services or agreed upon arrangements. Waiver of fees must be approved by the Human Resource
Commission per the sponsorship policy and procedures set by the City Council.
E. Payment of Fees
Groups reserving a park or park amenity shall provide a $100.00 security deposit to guarantee the
reservation for gatherings with an expected attendance of 100 persons or less; a $500 security deposit for
gatherings with an expected attendance between 100 and 500 persons; a $1,000 security deposit for
gatherings with an expected attendance over 500 persons. Groups or individuals reserving parks or park
amenities on a single or multiple use bases shall be required to pay the established fee at least one week
prior to the date reserved. A permit shall be issued upon payment of the fee.
Payment of fees shall be made at the Yorkville Park and Recreation Department Offices.
If a park or park amenity is damaged due to improper use by the group or individual and requires more
than normal maintenance and/or repair to be restored to its original condition, the group or individual
shall be charged the amount necessary to cover the cost of the required maintenance and /or repair.
F. Refund of Fees
A refund of a park or park amenity reservation fee may be granted for the following reasons:
1) If the United City of Yorkville Park and Recreation Department staff feels that the park is in an
unusable condition.
2) If the group or individual provides written notification of cancellation to the Department at least
one week prior to the date reserved.
RESERVATION FEES
Attached fee schedule. The fee schedule will be reviewed and adjusted annually based fiscal expenses. Fees
charged shall be used to partially offset the cost of maintaining and upgrading the City's Parks. All fees are
subjected to changing without notice.
BICENTENNIAL RIVERFRONT PARK USE
Background and purpose
The Riverfront Park Use Policy of the United City of Yorkville has been established to provide rules and
regulations associated with the use of Riverfront Park by park users, vendors, and groups wishing to rent the
facilities within the Park. Riverfront Park has its own unique rules and regulations because of its unique
features and its large amount of visitors. A reservation is not required for occasional play, nor for use of the
whitewater course and dam bypass. All use of the whitewater course and dam bypass is governed by the
signage on the property and in the water, and by boating and water regulations put forth by the State of
Illinois. Multiple activities or special uses, including by a resident or groups on multiple days or weekly play
for a designated area, require a rental permit. This rental permit will guarantee use for the dates and times
specified on the permit. All United City of Yorkville playground areas shall remain open for public access and
public pathways located within the park shall remain open to the public at all times.
Bicentennial Riverfront Park Amenities
Five (5) acres of open play space
- This includes space south of the walking path on the riverbank
Three (3) acres of wooded area
Water fountain
Medium sized shelter
Riverfront Park Building at 131 E Hydraulic Street (contact River City Roasters at 630-553-xxxx for
Reservations)
- Indoor conference room that can accommodate 10-20 people
- Two bathrooms available
Bicentennial Riverfront Park Use rules and regulations (in addition to all other park use rules and regulations)
1) No equipment or permanent signage will be added or installed in the park without the permission of
the Park Board, City Council or designated staff.
2) No intoxicating liquor or persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs shall be allowed within
Riverfront Park or the immediate premises, except that upon approval of the Mayor,
Festival/Entertainment events may apply for a City liquor permit to serve beer and/or wine.
3) Users are responsible for litter control and pick up. Please dispose of all trash and recyclables in the
proper containers. Damage of the park facilities or excessive litter may result in a loss of privileges and
fees for clean up.
4) Vendors in the park must have a Riverfront Park vendor license, and all other appropriate licenses.
Additional licenses may be required by the City of Yorkville, Kendall County, and/or State of Illinois.
5) Users, renters, and vendors must adhere to all applicable park use policies and procedures put forth by
the City of Yorkville.
6) Large groups
a. Groups with more than 100 members make a serious impact on the parks. As a part of
confirming the reservation for use the Police will be consulted regarding potential impacts to
the Parks and City public safety. Fees will be set based on direct costs incurred and post event
repairs and clean-up and number of participants by the Park and Recreation Department. Fees
will be estimated in advance by the appropriate staff. Large group events may be subject to
additional fees for public safety/police and /or traffic control and the rental of portable toilets.
7) Park hours—dawn until 10pm
Riverfront Park vendor licenses
Vendors are permitted within Riverfront Park, with the following regulations:
1) Vendors will be required to acquire a City of Yorkville mobile food vendor license, or itinerant
merchant license depending on the items to be sold.
2) Riverfront Park vendor applications will be accepted beginning at 10:00 am on the first Monday in
November of each year.
3) Licenses issued after the November 1St application date will be effective for a period from March 15th
of the following year through November 15tH
4) Licenses will allow vendors to sell within the Park, in the approved area, during Park hours only.
Vendors will be restricted from selling in the Park on certain, City-approved dates for events run by the
City and/or other agencies.
5) Vendors will be required to pay a $200 non-refundable application fee at time of application submittal.
6) Vendors will be required to pay 5% of all gross revenues collected for goods and services sold in the
park and submit those revenues by the 15th day of the month following the month where the sales
occurred (commonly referred to as "concession fees").
a. I.E. Sales occurring on October 31St will have concession fees due to the City by November 15th
7) Vendors must only sell items that have been approved within the vendor application.
8) Vendors will not be permitted to sell any items that compete with existing businesses that have
located within the Riverfront Park buildings, unless special approval has been given by the Park Board.
9) Vendors must limit their presence to their approved vendor area.
10)Vendors who sell items that have not been approved, who solicit customers outside of their approved
vendor area, who fail to make required concession fee payments, or who violate other City policies will
be subject to warnings, temporary suspension, and/or complete revocation of their Riverfront Park
vendor license, at the complete discretion of the Director of Parks and Recreation.
PARK SITES AND AMENITIES AVAILABLE FOR RESERVATIONS
Some parks are restricted from exclusive reservations due to the size, availability to the surrounding residents
and restricted appropriate use. The park use availability will be reviewed and adjusted annually based on
available parks or designs. Individual parks or amenities available for reservation are subjected to changing
without notice based on Park Board and City Council direction.
Town Square—2.55 Acres
Gazebo/Shelter
Available for Small picnic areas
No grilling or open flames in the parks.
Drinking fountain
Portable tents with stakes or semi-permit shelters are not permitted
Beecher Park— 22.6 acres
Open grass for multi-play area
Multi-age level Playground & swings
Drinking fountain
Picnic table
No grilling or open flames in the parks
Ball field and soccer fields (please refer to the athletic field reservation policy)
Beecher Building (please refer to the Beecher building rental policy)
Concession building with restrooms
Kiwanis Park—2 acres
1 small shelter
Grass open area
Playground & Swings
court basketball
No grilling or open flames in the parks
Portable tents with stakes or semi-permit shelters are not permitted
Rice Park - 1 acre
1 small shelter 16x16
Picnic table
No grilling or open flames in the parks
Playground & swings
Funnel ball
Fox Hill (East) —2 acres
Basketball court (full court)
Picnic table
No grilling or open flames in the parks
Playground & swings
Fox Hill (West) —6 acres
Open grass area
Baseball Field (please refer to the athletic field reservation policy)
No grilling or open flames in the parks
Hiding Spot Park— 1.6 acres
Picnic area /tables
Bocce court
No grilling or open flames in the parks
Van Emmon Park— 1.8 acres
Baseball Field (please refer to the athletic field reservation policy)
No grilling or open flames in the parks
Grass open area
Portable tents with stakes or semi-permit shelters are not permitted
Sunflower Park— 2 acres
court basketball
1 small shelter
Playground & swings
Picnic area /tables No grilling or open flames in the parks
Cannonball Ridge Park-3.2 acres
court basketball
1 small shelter
Skateboard element
Picnic area /tables
No grilling or open flames in the parks
Rotary Park- 12 acres
Baseball/Softball Field (please refer to the athletic field reservation policy)
1 small shelter
Skateboard element
Playground & swings
Open grass for multi-play area
Picnic area /tables
No grilling or open flames in the parks
Steven G Bridge Park—56 acres
3 Baseball/Softball Fields (please refer to the athletic field reservation policy) (lighted)
Playground & swings
Concession building with restrooms
Picnic area /tables
Open grass for multi-play area
No grilling or open flames in the parks
Stepping Stones Park—6.9 acres
Playground & swings
1 small shelter
Open grass for multi-play area
Riemenschneider Park—7.1 acres
Playground & swings
1 small shelter
Water playground feature
Recreational baseball field
Picnic area /tables
Autumn Creek Park A—5.9 acres
Playground & swings
1 small shelter
Open grass for multi-play area
Skateboard element
Small sledding hill
GENERAL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR USE OF THE UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE PARKS,
FIELDS, OPEN SPACE AND FACILITIES:
1. No equipment or permanent signage will be added or installed to the park without the permission of
the United City of Yorkville Park and Recreation Department.
2. No ball hitting or pitching into fences or dugouts is allowed.
3. Each party will report any damage, accidents and or maintenance concerns to the park and recreation
department immediately.
4. Coordination of work involving the park department staff or use of the equipment will generally
require a two-week notice, for scheduling purposes. All requests for park staff must be approved by
the Department Head.
5. Only approved maintenance vehicles are allowed on grass. Vehicles are not allowed in other areas of
the parks, trails, or walkways or grass areas.
6. All requests for use of fields, or park(s) for organized play or private events must be in writings.
7. Each group must complete a checklist ensuring that the fields are in acceptable condition after their
scheduled use. This form must be turned into the Park and Recreation Department at the end of the
schedule use identifying the group's maintenance obligation.
8. Due to the scheduling or early setups for the other functions, all groups and organizations are
requested to use only the area, field, or park that has been assigned to them.
9. No group may meet in the United City of Yorkville parks that practices discrimination in any manner, or
partisan political activities of any kind. Non-partisan public meetings and information forums are
permitted.
10. No intoxicating liquor or persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs shall be allowed on the
premises, except that upon approval of the Mayor, Festival/Entertainment events may apply for a City
liquor permit to serve beer and/or wine at certain park locations. Failure to follow this rule will result in
forfeit of deposit, assessed damage fees and privileges immediately. Recreation and Park Department
staff as well as the Yorkville Police Department may be patrolling and monitoring the event at the
discretion of the United City of Yorkville staff.
11. Groups using the United City of Yorkville parks, fields, buildings or facilities are responsible for litter
control and pick up. The park should be left in equal or better condition that it was found. Please
dispose of all trash and recyclables in the proper containers. Damage or excessive litter may result in a
loss of privileges and fees for clean up.
12. Groups may not use the fields or parks when the weather conditions are dangerous or when the field
conditions are not acceptable. All groups must adhere to the inclement weather practice for field
conditions; (no standing water, saturated turf conditions, or times when safety is a concern).
13. Groups must adhere to all city ordinances, policies and procedures when using the facilities, parks and
fields. (Sign ordinance, Building rental policies, Lightning Prediction Policy, and weather warning alarm
system, and any other city guidelines that pertain to the use of City Owned property).
14. No parking on sidewalks or grass areas in or surrounding the parks.
15. No grilling or open flames in the parks.
16. All United City of Yorkville Playground Areas shall remain open for public access and public pathways
located within any United City of Yorkville Park shall remain open to the public at all times.
17. All animals must adhere to the leash control ordinance. Petting zoos for one day special events are
permitted in specific parks as determined by the Park and Recreation staff, Park Board or City Council.
Health codes, permits and licenses are required.
18. Ice skating, ice fishing, sledding, or other winter activities are limited to parks or locations where
permissible and indicated by signage.
19. Portable tents with or without stakes or semi-permit shelters or structures are permitted in approved
park locations only.
20. Some parks are restricted from tents uses due to the size, availability to the surrounding residents and
restricted appropriate use.
21. Groups desiring additional tables and chairs beyond what is already available must arrange for their
own tables and chairs.
22. All groups reserving a park, shelter, gazebo or amenity must have an authorized representative 21
years or older, sign a waiver and release form, which includes a hold-harmless clause and an
agreement to be responsible for cleanup and possible damages. The representative also must remain
on-site during the rental use.
23. No vendors are allowed on City owned land or locations except when they are sponsored by an event
that has been issued a permit by the United City of Yorkville Park and Recreation Department.
24. Activities including sound amplification should not unreasonably interfere in any way with other park
users or adjacent property owners. Amplification and special lighting are allowed only if a permit is
issued at the time of the reservation request.
25. When portable bathrooms are needed, the user must make arrangements to obtain and remove them
from the park no later than 3:00 pm the day after the event.
26. Unauthorized use of pyrotechnics and fireworks are not allowed on park property.
27. Some parks and activities may be excluded from park reservations as determined by recommendations
for the Park Board or staff.
ATTACHMENT
PARKS RENTAL AND USE POLICY
RESERVATION FEES
The fee schedule will be reviewed and adjusted annually based fiscal expenses. Fees charged shall be used to
partially offset the cost of maintaining and upgrading the City's Parks and amenities. All fees are subjected to
changing without notice.
Category A Government and non-profit organization which are located within the United City of Yorkville.
Category B Private groups and individuals which are comprised of predominately (at least 80%) United City
of Yorkville residents.
Category C Business or corporations which are located within the United City of Yorkville boundaries.
Category D Governmental and non-profit organizations which are located outside the United City of
Yorkville boundaries.
Category E Private groups and individuals who do not fall into the predominately resident classification
(Category B).
Category F Business or corporations which are located outside of the United City of Yorkville boundaries.
Category A Cate ry B
Small Large Gazebo Park Small Shelter Large Gazebo Park
Shelter group group
shelter shelter
0-2 10.00 50.00 35.00 20.00 10.00 50.00 35.00 20.00
hours
2-4 15.00 65.00 40.00 25.00 15.00 65.00 40.00 25.00
hours
4-6 20.00 80.00 55.00 30.00 20.00 80.00 55.00 30.00
hours
6-8 25.00 100.00 75.00 40.00 25.00 100.00 75.00 40.00
hours
Category C Cate ry D
Small Large Gazebo Park Small Shelter Large Gazebo Park
Shelter group group
shelter shelter
0-2 15.00 65.00 40.00 25.00 20,00 80.00 45.00 30.00
hours
2-4 20,00 80.00 45.00 30.00 25.00 95.00 50.00 35.00
hours
4-6 30.00 100.00 65.00 40.00 35.00 125.00 65.00 45.00
hours
6-8 45.00 125.00 90.00 55.00 50.00 150.00 80.00 65.00
hours
Cate or y E Cate or y F
Small Large group Gazebo Park Small Large group Gazebo Park
Shelter shelter Shelter shelter
0-2 hours 20.00 80.00 45.00 30.00 30.00 90.00 55.00 45,00
2-4 hours 25.00 95.00 50.00 35.00 35.00 125.00 60:00 50.00
4-6 hours 35.00 125.00 65.00 45.00 45.00 150.00 80.00 65.00
6-8 hours 1 50.00 1 150,00 80.00 65.00 65.00 175.00 95.00 80.00
Key Deposit: $25.00 residents $35.00 non-residents
SPECIAL USE
Water or electrical access when available $20.00 additional. Must supply your own extension cords.
Please reference the concession stand /vendor operation policy for special use request.
FESTIVAL/ ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS
Festival / Entertainment events that have the potential of drawing more than 500 people shall be subject to a
$1,300.00 park rental fee to offset costs resulting from the impact of a large public attendance in a park.
Festival / Entertainment events that have the potential of drawing more than 500 people to large community
parks such as Beecher in which a liquor permit is issued for beer and/or wine will be required to pay a flat rate
or percentage of gross profits to the City which will be determined prior to City approval of the event.
Festival / Entertainment events are subject to security requirements and the cost thereof as determined by
City of Yorkville Police Department guidelines. Organizers must contact the Yorkville Police Department
separately to make arrangements.
STANDARD APPLICATION FOR PARK AND PARK AMENITY RESERVATION
UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE PARK AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
Reservation requests shall be approved beginning on the following dates:
Spring Season (March—May) February 15
Summer Season (June—August) April 15
Fall Season (September—November) July 15
Please indicate type of Group requesting use by circling the appropriate category:
Category A Government and non-profit organization which are located within the United City of Yorkville.
Category B Private groups and individuals which are comprised of predominately(at least 80%) United City of Yorkville
residents.
Category C Business or corporations which are located within the United City of Yorkville boundaries.
Category D Governmental and non-profit organizations which are located outside the United City of Yorkville boundaries.
Category E Private groups and individuals who do not fall into the predominately resident classification (Category B).
Category F Business or corporations which are located outside of the United City of Yorkville boundaries.
Group or Individual Name:
Contact Person: Address:
Home Phone: Work Phone: Email:
LOCATION REQUESTED:
DATE(s)/TIME(s) REQUESTED:
PURPOSE
Special Use requests(concessions,water, electrical, other).
Expected attendance or visitors to your event. (Please note: Public Safety may require additional Police present
pending the type of event and attendance.This may result in an additional fee assessed to the group for this service).
Will you be selling any products,food, or miscellaneous items? Yes(please explain): No
Security deposits will be forfeited if the park,shelter or gazebo is not restored to the original state,all litter removed,OR if damage
occurs as a result of misuse or abuse to the United City of Yorkville Park and Recreation equipment or property. Please dispose of all
trash and recyclables in the proper containers.
Inspections will be completed following your event by a United City of Yorkville Park and Recreation Department Staff. Individuals
may be assessed additional charges for extending times past the scheduled reservation. I have read and agree to follow and abide
to the rules and regulations set forth by the United City of Yorkville.
Signed Date:
In order complete the request,the following documents must be forwarded to the Recreation Department:
(Groups or Organizations) -A certificate of insurance co-naming the United City of Yorkville as an additional insured,Assumption of
liability, and Waiver of subrogation.
OFFICIAL USE
Addition information requested
Reservation Amount Deposit amount($100)
Date of Request Date Received
Staff initials Approved/Denied
Refund Requested Location Assigned
Concession Stand, Merchant License Applications Needed:Yes/No Health Department Permit Needed:Yes/No
STANDARD APPLICATION FOR RIVERFRONT PARK VENDOR LICENSE
UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE PARK AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
Applicant name:
Applicant Address: City:
Applicant Phone Number: Email:
Business Name:
Business Address:
List of all Items to be sold by applicant:
Items that are substantially similar to items sold by lessees in the building at 131 E Hydraulic Street,301 E Hydraulic Street,or other
Riverfront Park vendors will not be approved for sale.
Checklist of items to be submitted by the applicant:
1) Completed application
2) $200 application fee
3) Proof of City of Yorkville mobile food vendor or itinerant merchant license
4) Proof of liability insurance in the amount of at least$100,000 for general liability purposes, and which names the United
City of Yorkville as additional insured under said policy, and indemnifies and holds the United City of Yorkville harmless
against claims arising from vendor actions.
I have read and agree to follow and abide to the rules and regulations set forth by the United City of Yorkville, including the Park
Rental and Use Policies and the Riverfront Park Use Policy.
Name(print): Signature: Date:
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OFFICE USE ONLY
Date submitted:
Application complete,with additional materials?
Application approved or denied? Date of approval/denial:
List of items approved to be sold by applicant:
List of items denied:
Term of vendor license?