1. The boat dock season is April 15 - October 15.
2. All boats must display a current boat registration sticker.
3. The city is responsible for maintaining rental docks. Renters cannot modify the dock or structure in any way. (i.e., cleats, poles bumpers)
4. The Lake Supervisor reserves the right to assign dock space, but all efforts consistent with good business practices and the rights and desires of other tenants will be exercised in an effort to assign dock space desired by the tenant.
5. Subleasing of docks, transfer of boats between docks, or from one dock to another dock, shall not be allowed. The tenant shall not assign, transfer, or permit the use of assigned space to any other party without written consent of the Lake Supervisor. Subleasing or transfer will terminate the dock rental agreement and there will be no refund of rental fee.
6. PRIVATELY OWNED DOCKS/STRUCTURES - must be repaired and maintained by owner and in safe working condition at all times. The city has the right to notify owner for required repairs or removal. Private docks cannot be replaced. In the event of dock or structure removal, the city will determine whether to replace the dock or rebuild for a dock rental.
7. When a boat enters the dock area, it immediately comes under the jurisdiction of the mandatory "No Wake" regulation.
8. All boats must be fastened properly and securely and, in such manner, as to avoid fouling and collision. Transient boats shall not tie up ("hot slip") to boat(s) in dock area over night or for an extended period without prior approval. Nor shall a transient boat occupy a dock without approval of Lake Supervisor.
9. Only pleasure boats, in good condition, sale and seaworthy, under their own power shall be admitted to dock areas.
10. Use of boats as permanent living quarters while docked or moored at the dock is forbidden. No overnight stay is allowed.
11. No person shall have the privilege of entering upon the premises of the dock for the purpose of working on or making repairs to the boat without the approval of the Lake Supervisor.
12. Prior to any work or repairs the Lake Supervisor must be notified and be approved prior to the start of work. Any electrical must meet all codes, IDPH standards and performed by an approved licensed electrician. Any electric not to code, IDPH standards must be disconnected and/or removed immediately. Prior to any repairs the Lake Supervisor must be notified and approved prior to the start of work.
13. No refuse, garbage or waste material shall be thrown overboard or upon the docks or surrounding area. Garbage shall be deposited in containers supplied for that purpose. No person shall discharge oil, spirits, inflammable liquid, or oily bilges in the dock area. Toilet facilities that empty into the water shall not be used.
14. Noise shall be kept at a minimum at all times. Patrons shall use discretion in operating engines, generators, and radios, so as not to create a nuisance or disturbance.
15. Advertising or soliciting shall not be permitted on any boat in the dock. No "For Sale" signs allowed. Laundry shall not be hung on boats, docks, or shore area. Pets shall be leashed within the confines of the dock area. Pets permitted only if they do not disturb other guests. Laundry shall not be hung on boats, docks, or shore area.
16. NO SWIMMING, WADING OR DIVING FROM ANY DOCKS. Lake Mattoon has one designated beach for swimming.
17. Boat owners shall not store materials, accessories or debris in walkways and shall not construct thereon any lockers, chests, cabinets, or similar structures.
18. Laundry shall not be hung on boats, docks, or shore area, nor shall "for sale" signs or commercials displays be placed on boats.
19. It is prohibited to carry gasoline in containers or refuel on docks.
20. Tenant agrees that only reasonable and customary use will be made of the dock and facilities covered hereby, and that no unnecessary wear and tear, disturbance, nuisance, rubbish or garbage will be permitted on the dock or premises, and that the tenant will keep dock and premises covered hereby, free and clear of gear, paddle boats, canoes, kayaks, tackle and other obstructions, and further agrees not to discharge or otherwise dispose of rubbish, debris or other materials, including treated or untreated effluent or sewage into the Lake. Boat owners shall not store materials, accessories or debris in walkways and shall not construct thereon any lockers, chests, cabinets, or similar structures.
21. Tenant agrees that he or she bears the financial responsibility for keeping his or her boat fully insured with complete marine insurance, including hull coverage and liability insurance. Tenant acknowledges that the city does not insure the property of the tenant, and that the city will not be responsible for injuries or property damage resulting, cause by, or growing out of the use of dock or lake facilities; that the tenant releases, discharges and agrees to hold the city harmless from any and all liability for loss, injury or damages to person or property sustained while in or on the facilities of the city, including fire, theft, vandalism, windstorm, high or low waters, hail, rain, ice, collision, accident or act of God.
22. In case of emergency as determined by the Lake Supervisor, tenant authorizes Lake Supervisor to move tenant's boat or other property, if possible and practical, to a safer area to protect the boat, the property or general welfare, if the boat is unattended and the tenant cannot be reached. The Lake Supervisor is under no obligation to provide such service. Any costs incurred by the city to provide such service shall be billed at the yard rate to tenant. Tenant agrees to indemnify and hold the city harmless from any and all liability, loss, or damage, which may arise out of the failure of the tenant to move the boat, the inability of the city to reach the tenant or by the movement of the boat by the Lake Supervisor. The tenant shall be solely responsible for any emergency measures.
23. Tenant authorizes the Lake Supervisor, his or her agent or employees to move and operate tenant's boat during the making of repairs or for normal marina operations and tenant agrees to hold the city harmless against loss, cost, suit or claim therefrom.
24. In the event suit is brought by the city against tenant to collect any amounts due hereunder or to enforce any appropriate maritime or other liens, that tenant shall pay the city's reasonable attorney's fees incurred.
25. In the event tenant fails to remove his or her boat and property from the rental space at the termination of the rental term, the Lake Supervisor may charge to tenant's account daily rent on a pro rata basis for each day or portion thereof the space is occupied or avail himself or herself of the remedies provided for hereafter in the event of default and any other remedy available under law.
26. Violation of the above rules and regulations, disorder, depredations, or indecorous conduct by a patron, or his or her guests, that might injure a person, cause damage to property or harm the reputation of the lake shall be cause for immediate removal from the lake of the boat in question and shall be cause for revocation of the dock rental. The owner of any boat, or his or her authorized agent using the dock shall be responsible for the conduct of all persons, using, visiting, or occupying the boat.