(A) Programs and activities held within tax-supported city parks or facilities must be open and available to the general public.
(B) Organizations, including schools and clubs, are encouraged to use all park facilities and properties including the natural areas consistent with the authorized uses.
(C) Reserved use of parks or park facilities is prioritized by:
(1) City sponsored parks and recreation programs;
(2) Organized clubs or organizations with Park User Agreement in good standing;
(3) The general public;
(4) Schools and charitable groups;
(5) The use of tax-supported facilities for personal or private profit.
(D) Reserved use by the following parties requires a permit:
(1) Organized clubs or organizations;
(2) Schools and charitable groups;
(3) Usage for personal or private profit.
(E) When parks facilities are not reserved in advance, they are available to the general public on a first come, first served basis. Anyone possessing a reservation may require those without a reservation to move out of the reserved area or facility.
(F) While the City works to maintain its public parks and facilities in a safe and clean manner, the nature of open natural areas is such that any and all use of the City's public parks or public lands is at the individual's own risk. The City does not offer any assurance as to the lack of any hazards which may naturally exist or occur due to the natural contours of the land, weather, animal activity, or human activity which remains undiscovered, undisclosed, or unidentified. All users should report any conditions of the City parks or public lands or facilities, including but not limited to holes, divots, or downed trees or other debris, which may pose a hazard to a user.
(Ord. 2024-2, passed 7-1-2024)