HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-02-47RESOLUTION NO. R-02-47
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, INDIAN RIVER
COUNTY, FLORIDA, DESIGNATING CLASSIFICATIONS FOR
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES IN THE CITY; ADOPTING
PROCEDURES AND FEES FOR RECREATIONAL USE PERMITS;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, establishment of a new City Recreation Division and a review of recreational
facility permit fees and administrative procedures by City staff has resulted in a need for
amendment to certain provisions and fees; and
WHEREAS, City Council concurs with staff recommendation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEBASTIAN, INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, as follows:
Section 1. CLASSIFICATION OF RECREATIONAL FACILITY. In accordance with
Section 74-2, the following classifications are designated:
Recreational Facility
Classification
Community Center
Yacht Club
Barber Street Sports Complex
(includes Skateboard Park)
Schumann Park
Riverview Park Complex
Easy Street Park
Blossom Park
Hardee Park
Garden Club Park
Indian River Drive Boardwalk
Yacht Club Pier
Main Street Pier & Parking Area
Rotary Club Pier
Enclosed Public-Use Facility
Enclosed Public-Use Facility
Open Air Public-Use Facility
Open Air Public-Use Facility
Park Area
Park Area
Park Area
Park Area
Park Area
Waterway Facility
Waterway Facility
Waterway Facility
Waterway Facility
PARK EVENT PERMIT
Section 2. APPLICATION~ CONDITIONS AND FEES FOR PARK EVENT PERMIT
(75 - 300 Participants).
In accordance with Section 74-6, the following conditions apply to application for a Park
Event Permit:
Application. Applications for Park Event permits shall be submitted to the Parks
and Recreation Supervisor, on a form promulgated by the City Manager, along with
a $50 application/permit fee. The application shall list the name and address of the
permittee and the purpose of the event.
Conditions. Applicants shall meet with the City Manager to discuss:
a. Provisions for traffic and parking, solid waste collection and removal,
sanitary facilities, and security, if it is anticipated that a Park Event will by its nature
impact the use of the subject Recreation Facility by the public generally, and will
have other implications for the public health, safety and welfare.
b. Need for and method of reimbursement if City resources are needed to
adequately protect the public interest.
City Mana.qer Approval. The City Manager shall approve the permit if it he has
determined that said Event will not adversely affect the interest of the public, and
has worked out an agreement governing mitigation measures, and financial
responsibility therefor, of the public welfare issues raised by the Event.
Permit. Permits shall be issued by the City Manager and may only be issued in the
name of an adult or legally organized organization. Any adult obtaining a permit on
behalf of a group comprised of minors shall be held responsible for the supervision
of each minor participating in the Event.
All general provisions for use of City Recreational Facilities as set out in the Code of
Ordinances shall apply to Park Event Permits.
SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT
Section 3. APPLICATION~ CONDITIONS AND FEES FOR SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT
(more than 300 participants).
In accordance with Section 74-7, the following conditions apply to application for a Special
Event:
Application. Applications for Special Event permits shall be submitted to the Parks
and Recreation Supervisor, on a form promulgated by the City Manager along with
a $100 application/permit fee and include the following information:
1. A list of all vendors and others that will participate in said Event and
guarantee that they meet all applicable permit or licensing requirements,
and comply with all applicable laws, code provisions, and duly promulgated
rules and regulations governing use of the subject facility.
2. A schematic of any structure to be erected or otherwise assembled as part
of the Event.
Conditions. Applicants shall meet with the City Manager to discuss:
1. Provisions made for traffic and parking, solid waste collection and removal,
sanitary facilities, and security, if it is anticipated that a Special Event will by
its nature impact the use of the subject Recreation Facility by the public
generally, and will have other implications for the public health, safety and
welfare.
2. Method of reimbursement if City resources are needed to adequately protect
the public interest.
Council Approval. The City Manager shall forward the permit application to the City
Council with his recommendation as to whether said Event is in the best interests of
the public, and if necessary, submit a proposed agreement governing mitigation
measures, and financial responsibility therefor, of the public welfare issues raised
by the Event.
Permit. Permits shall be issued following approval of the City Council and may only
be issued in the name of an adult or legally organized organization. Any adult
obtaining a permit on behalf of a group comprised of minors shall be held
responsible for the supervision of each minor participating in the Event.
All general provisions for use of City Recreational Facilities as set out in the Code of
Ordinances shall apply.
ENCLOSED PUBLIC-USE FACILITY PERMIT
Section 4. APPLICATION~ CONDITIONS~ AND FEES FOR ENCLOSED PUBLIC-
USE FACILITY PERMIT.
In addition to those provisions set out in the Code of Ordinances, the City Council
hereby adopts the following rules, regulations and fees for the use of enclosed public use
facilities (the Sebastian Community Center and the Sebastian Yacht Club):
A. An application for a permit for an enclosed public-use facility must be submitted on
a form, promulgated by the City Manager, to the Parks and Recreation Supervisor, along
with the security deposit fee as set out in this Resolution. The application must be received
at least two weeks prior to the date of the requested use, however, an application for a
permit requiring City Council approval must be received at least two weeks before the next
Regular City Council meeting date which is prior to the date of the requested use
B. In accordance with the Code of Ordinances, in the event that the proposed use may
include activities involving gambling, alcoholic beverages, the use of a facility after 11:00
p.m., or if an admission charge is to be assessed, then the City Manager shall not issue a
use permit until directed to do so by the City Council. In the event that gambling activity is
to be a part of the permitted use, the City Council shall make a determination that such
activity is not in conflict with the general law of the State of Florida. No alcoholic beverages
of any type may be brought on to the premises, dispensed, or otherwise consumed without
prior authorization of the City Council. No admission fee or other charge may be imposed
by the permittee unless expressly authorized in the use permit. Prior to issuance of the
permit, the City Council shall make a determination that the proposed admission charge or
other fee is not intended to further a commercial purpose.
C. The City Manager, or his designee, shall issue a use permit upon a determination
that the requested use is permissible pursuant to this Resolution and upon payment of the
appropriate rental fee as set out in this Resolution. It is the policy of the City of Sebastian
that no waivers of the rental or security deposit will be permitted, except as otherwise
provided for in this Resolution.
D. A use permit for a group composed of minors shall be issued only to an adult who
accepts the total responsibility for the supervision of each minor throughout the period
covered by the permit.
E. The applicant shall disclose the nature of the proposed activity and the anticipated
need for extra work by City personnel. If it is determined that the permittee will cause extra
work by City personnel as a result of the proposed use, an additional fee shall be charged
in order to fully recoup such cost.
F. No decoration of any type shall be permitted without prior approval. Any decoration
utilized must be removed by the permittee.
G. The permittee shall not, under any cimumstances, remove any chairs, tables, or
any other equipment from the facility.
H. The permittee shall bear the responsibility for the control of the lights, thermostats
(specifically turning off after events), and other equipment in the facility. Further, the
permittee shall bear responsibility for the unlocking and subsequent securing of the doors
of the facility. In the event that an applicant anticipates any special needs with regard to
heating, air conditioning, or lighting, he shall disclose the details of such necessities at the
time of application.
I. The permittee is solely responsible and answerable to the City for damages and to
any injured person for any and all accidents or injuries to persons or properties resulting
from the use of the facility during the permitted period. The permittee shall ensure that the
facility is left in the same condition as it was in prior to the permitted use. Any facility
equipment utilized must be replaced in the facility's storage room after use.
J. Use permits are not transferable.
K. The permittee for any function at which 76 or more attendees are anticipated, shall
be required to hire one or more Sebastian Police Officers to attend the function for security
purposes at the rate established by the City Manager for City officers hired for private duty,
unless waived by City Council. The ratio of the number of attendees to required officers is
attached hereto as Exhibit "A". Verification of the agreement with the Sebastian Police
Department shall be obtained by the Parks and Recreation Supervisor prior to issuing a
key to the permittee. If the Police Department verifies that a sufficient number of School
Resource Officers will be used to handle security for a teen dance/function, hiring of police
officers is not required. Private duty police officers shall be available for groups of any size
if requested by the permittee.
L. A minimum deposit of Two Hundred Fifty Dollars ($250.00) must accompany each
application for use of the Community Center and Yacht Club. This deposit is refundable if
a facility is left in a clean and undamaged condition by the permittee. In the event that the
City, in its sole discretion, determines that cleaning or repairs are necessary after the
permitted use, the deposit shall be forfeited. In the event that cleaning or repairs are not
necessary, the City Clerk shall refund the deposit to the permittee within two (2) weeks
after the completion of the permitted use.
Rates for Community Center and Yacht Club are as follows:
Public Use Facility
Community Center
Resident Rates
Four (4) hr flat rate $150.00
Each Additional hr $ 25.00
Non-Resident Rates
Four (4) hr flat rate $ 225.00
Each Additional hr $ 37.50
Yacht Club Four (4) hr flat rate $ 75.00 Four (4) hr flat rate $110.00
Each Additional hr $ 15.00 Each Additional hr $ 20.00
Exemption from Rates: The Sebastian Property Owners Association is exempt from
payment of fees up to a limit of two meetings per month at the Yacht Club based on a prior
agreement with General Development Corporation relative to this facility.
Not-for-profit Organizations: In the event that the applicant is a school, church, or
other tax exempt entity, as defined by the Internal Revenue Service Code, the charges for
use of the Sebastian Community Center or the Sebastian Yacht Club shall be one-half
(1/2) the regular rate.
All general provisions for use of City Recreational Facilities as set out in the Code of
Ordinances shall apply.
Section 5.
repealed.
Section 6.
All Resolutions or parts of Resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby
This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon adoption.
The foregoing
Barczyk
Majcher
Resolution was moved for adoption by Councilmember
The motion was seconded by Councilmember
and, upon being put into a vote, the vote was as follows:
Mayor Walter Barnes a y e
Vice Mayor James Hill aye
Councilmember Joe Barczyk a ¥ e
Councilmember Ray Coniglio a y e
Councilmember Edward Majcher a y e
The Mayor thereupon declared the Resolution dully passed and adopted this 2 3 r dday of
October , 2002.
Sally'~. Ma~, C~C
City Clerk
(SEAL)
CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA
Walter Barnes, Mayor
Approved as to form and legality for
reli 'ty of Sebastian
Rich Stringer~ity~:~rney
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EXlcF~IT "A"
1. Adult ftmctions with:
Up to 75 guests ........................................ ..No Offi~ P~equircd
76 to 250 guests ........................................ ] Officer P~qulr~d
251 to 300* ~sts ................................... 2 Officers Kequlred
2. High School or 3r. High Dmaccs/Functions with:
Up to 99 ~a~ctents ..................................... No Offi~e~ RequirM
100 to 199 stndeats .................................. 1 0fficer l{cquired
200 ~o 300* students ............................... 2 @ffie~rs Kcguired
Occupancy L,~m]~s ~/16/~9 - Captain Diggs, F~r~ Inspccto~ ofL R~ County