(A) Generally. Before an organized activity, other than those activities carried on by the town, can be scheduled at or on any park or recreation area, the following procedure must be followed and regulations complied with.
(B) Application. A person seeking issuance of a permit hereunder shall file an application with the Clerk or foreman:
(1) The name and address of the applicant group or organization;
(2) The name and address of the person, persons, corporation, or association sponsoring the activity, if any;
(3) The day and hours for which the permit is desired;
(4) The park or portion thereof for which the permit is desired;
(5) An estimate of the anticipated attendance; and
(6) Any other information which the Clerk or foreman shall find reasonably necessary to a fair determination as to whether a permit shall be issued hereunder.
(C) Standards for issuance. The Clerk or foreman shall issue a permit hereunder when he or she finds:
(1) That the proposed activity or use of the park will not unreasonably interfere with or detract from the general public enjoyment of the park;
(2) That the proposed activity and use will not unreasonably interfere with or detract from the promotion of public health, welfare, safety, and recreation;
(3) That the proposed activity or use is not reasonably anticipated to incite violence, crime, or disorderly conduct;
(4) That the proposed activity will not entail unusual, extraordinary, or burdensome expense or police operation by the town; and
(5) That the facilities desired have not been reserved for other use at the day and hour required in the application.
(D) Effect of permit. A permittee shall be bound by all park rules and regulations and all applicable ordinances fully as though the same were inserted in the permits.
(E) Liability of permittee. The person or persons to whom a permit is issued shall be liable for any loss, damage, or injury sustained by any person whatever by reason of the negligence of the person or persons to whom the permit shall have been issued.
(1982 Code, § 4-4016)