(a) This section applies to all individuals, groups, or organizations, teams and/or churches who wish to utilize the Mount Vernon City recreational softball or baseball fields, tennis courts, or any other athletic facilities. Any of the above individuals reserving these facilities for the purpose of financially benefiting themselves or the sponsor, will pay the rental fees as stated. Sanction fees must also be paid to the appropriate associations. Any of the individuals using the facilities for charity or a nonprofit purpose may be exempted from paying the following fees by action of the City Recreation Board (with the exception of the deposit required). The exemption may be granted for recognized charitable groups and not-for-profit organizations, as outlined in subsection (b)(3).
(b) The following fees will be assessed for use with the above mentioned facilities in Mount Vernon, Ohio:
(1) There will be a fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) for each facility, each weekend. This fee will include the use of all lights and restroom facilities. (This fee is for a tournament consisting of eight teams or more. If there are fewer than eight teams, this fee will be prorated.)
(2) There will be a fee of twenty dollars ($20.00) for a group or organization using one facility (day or night) for any organized activity. This fee also includes the use of lights and restroom facilities.
(3) All groups or organizations reserving the facility are also responsible for their own equipment and general maintenance at the completion of their activities. A deposit of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) will be required to cover any cost of cleaning after a group activity. If the necessary clean-up is not required, the fee will be refunded.
(4) In the event of cancellation or cancellation due to inclement weather, the fees paid will be refunded in full.
(Ord. 2006-28. Passed 5-22-06.)