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RULES REGULATIONS AND POLICIES 1993
CITY AND COUNTY OF DENVER
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
Rules and Regulations for the Management, Operation and Control of Parks, Parkways, Mountain Parks, and other recreational facilities.
Amended: October 21, 1993
by Ron G. Sanders, Director of Safety
Issued in accordance with the authority of Article IV of the Charter, and Chapter 39 of the Revised Municipal Code of the City and County of Denver, Colorado.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED:
Bruce D. Alexander
Manager of Parks and Recreation
APPROVED FOR LEGALITY:
Daniel E. Muse
City Attorney for the
City and County of Denver
FOR READY REFERENCE, FOLLOWING IS THE ORDINANCE WHICH IS MOST OFTEN QUOTED IN THE FOLLOWING RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE REVISED MUNICIPAL CODE: Chapter 39, Revised Municipal Code:
Section 39 20(a)
The Manager of Parks and Recreation of the City and County of Denver shall have power and authority, and is hereby empowered and authorized to adopt rules and regulations for the management, operation, and control of parks, parkways, mountain parks, and other recreational facilities, and for the use and occupancy, management, control, operation, care, repairing and maintenance of all structures and facilities thereon, and all land on which the same are located and operated. By way of example, but not by way of limitation, such rules and regulations may provide for the following:
(1) Preservation of property, vegetation, wildlife, signs, markers, buildings, or other structures and any object of scientific or historic value or interest.
(2) Restricting or limiting the use of any areas as to time, manner, or permitted activities.
(3) Prohibition of conduct which may be reasonably expected to substantially interfere with the use and enjoyment of park and recreation areas by the general public or to be of general nuisance.
(4) Necessary sanitary, health and safety measures.
(5) Camping, and picnicking, including, place, time and manner where such shall be Permitted.
(6) The use of motor vehicles and boats as to place, time and manner of operation.
(7) Control and limitation of fires and designation of places where fires shall be permitted.
(8) Requirements essential for the preservation and management of the park and recreation system.
Section 39 20(b)
It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any such rule and regulation prohibited by the Manager of Parks, and Recreation pursuant to this Article, and adopted and published as provided for by Article A4.4 1 of the Charter. (Chapter 2, Article VI, Rules and Regulations RMC 1982)
FOREWORD
The following amended Rules and Regulations for the Management, Operation and Control of Parks, Parkways, Mountain Parks, and other recreational facilities is issued by the Manager of Parks and Recreation of the City and County of Denver under authority of Article IV of the Charter, and Chapter 39 of the Revised Municipal Code of the City and County of Denver.
INDEX
SECTION I Definitions
SECTION II General
SECTION III Boat Rentals
SECTION IV Boating Regulations
SECTION V Golf
SECTION VI Ice Skating
SECTION VII Recreation Centers and Buildings
SECTION VIII Square Dancing and Folk Dancing
SECTION IX Bridle Paths
SECTION X Tennis
SECTION XI Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Rugby, Football, Touch Football, Lacrosse
SECTION XII Permits
SECTION XIII Provisions For Usage of Bike Pedestrian Pathways
SECTION XIV Washington Park Roadway Policies
SECTION XV Mile High Stadium
Section I
Rules and Regulations DEFINITIONS
Department of Parks and Recreation
City and County of Denver, Colorado
1. The following definitions are supplied to provide clarification:
MANAGER: Manager of the Department of Parks and Recreation of the City and County of Denver, Colorado.
MANAGER’S AGENT: Those employees assigned specific responsibilities and authority by the Manager.
RMC: Revised Municipal Code
2. Reference to any one park, parkway, mountain park, waterway, trail, or recreation area shall include all.
Section II
Rules and Regulations GENERAL
Department of Parks and Recreation
City and County of Denver, Colorado
The following Rules and Regulations are presented alphabetically. Each is annotated to the City Charter of Revised Municipal Code section providing authority.
1. ADMISSIONS: The right to assess stated. Article IV, Section A4.4 1. of the City Charter)
2. AMPLIFICATION SYSTEMS: Public address or other amplification devises, including speakers and amplifiers attached to and operating from automobiles, batteries and hand held devices, may be used only by special permit obtainable from the Manager’s Office or his agent in charge of any program requiring sound amplification. Any amplification use must have specific written authorization from the Manager’s Office. (Section 39 20(a)(2) (3) (8) and 39 20(b) Revised Municipal Code)
3. ADVERTISING: Not permitted in any manner unless authorized by the Manager in concessionaire contracts for goods sold on the premises. (Section 39 7 RMC). See, also, Sign Setbacks.
4. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: It shall be unlawful to sell or give away, and unlawful to consume, intoxicating liquor of any kind within the parks or mountain parks or recreation areas, except where permitted by concession agreement. It shall be unlawful to possess any open (i.e., seal broken) container of vinous or spirituous liquor within the parks except where permitted by concession agreement. (Section 39 6(a), 39 6(b) RMC). See, also, BEER.
5. ANIMALS: Animals not restricted by a leash are not permitted in any park or recreation area, and the City leash law applies. Grazing is prohibited except where the City and County of Denver has established enclosures for its own purposes, i.e., zoo and mountain park areas. (Section 39 12(a) and 39 20(a) 1)(2)(3)(4), 39 20(b) RMC). Sending of animals into water areas is prohibited. (Section 39 9(b) RMC). Animals may be impounded, their owner assessed for the costs of impounding and care; or, if not claimed, may be sold to pay for charges incurred. (Section 8 153 RMC)
6. ANIMALS DISTURBING OR ABANDONMENT OF: To abandon or disturb fish, waterfowl, birds, fowls, reptiles or any animals whatsoever in any park or recreational area is unlawful. Disturbing of animals placed in these areas for exhibition purposes is unlawful. (Section 39 10, 39 11, 39 20 (a) and 39 20 (b) RMC)
7. ARCHERY: Not permitted. See FLYING OBJECTS.
8. AUTOMOBILES: See VEHICLES.
9. BARRICADES: It shall be unlawful to go upon any area or part of any park, parkway, mountain park, or other recreational facility when it is declared to be closed to the public by the Manager or his duly authorized agent. (Section 39 13(c) and Section 39 13(d) RMC)
10. BASEBALL: See Page 28 under Section XI. Permitted in specific use areas only. See, also, FLYING OBJECTS.
11. BASKETBALL: Permitted in specific use areas only. Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (3) and Section 39 20(b) RMC)
12. BEER: It shall be unlawful for any person to consume or possess any beer or malt beverage within a distance of 50 feet from all public roadways, parking lots, playgrounds, recreation centers, and swimming pools within the parks or mountain parks or recreation areas. (Section 39 20(a) (2) (3) (4) (8) and Section 39 20(b) RMC). It shall be unlawful to sell beer within the parks or mountain parks or recreation areas, except where permitted by concession agreement. (Section 39 6(a) RMC). See, also, ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES.
13. BICYCLES (Including MOUNTAIN BIKES): All bicycle riders shall obey traffic signs, laws, and control devices regulating the operation, stopping, or parking of vehicles. (Section 39 17(a) RMC) Bicycle riding will be governed further by safe riding practices and consideration for use of park areas by others. Where special parking provisions have been made for bicycles, parking will be limited to that area. Bicycle riding shall be prohibited: on playgrounds, on maintained park areas, including grass (except as authorized and permitted by the Department), in areas of environmental sensitivity, in special display areas, on tennis courts, in pavilion or other monument type structures, in any area where other activities are in progress, or in any area where specifically restricted. Only limited off-trail use of bicycles will be permitted in the Parks system, and only where expressly allowed. (No areas are presently sanctioned for off-trail use). (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (3) (4) (8) and Section 39 20(b) RMC).
14. BOATING: Not allowed under any circumstances, except by permit from the Manager. See Page 16 under Section IV. See, also, MODEL BOATS.
15. CAMPERS: Not permitted overnight, except at Chief Hosa Lodge in the Denver Mountain Parks system. Section 39 1 and 39 20(a) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC). Permitted locations for this activity subject to change or modification by written and public notice by the Manager.
16. CAMPING: Not permitted, except at Chief Hosa Lodge and in the Denver Mountain Parks system. (Section 39 1 and 39 20(a) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC). Permitted locations for this activity subject to change or modification by written and public notice by the Manager.
17. CARS: See VEHICLES.
18. CHARCOAL GRILLS: See FIRES.
19. CHILDREN: See PARENT RESPONSIBILITIES.
20. CLEATS: Cleats or spikes on shoes are prohibited except in those specially designated athletic areas where program rules specifically permit their use. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (4) (8) and Section 39 20(b) RMC)
21. COOKING: See FIRES.
22. DANCES: Prohibited except under Department programs or by Department Permit. Section 39 20(a) (2) (3) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC). See, also, Page 27 under Section VIII.
23. DESTRUCTION: It is unlawful to destroy, deface or otherwise injure any horticultural or structural improvement in parks and recreational areas. (Section 39 3(a) RMC). It is unlawful to bring any vegetation into park and recreation areas, or to remove any vegetation or other improvement from park and recreational areas. (Section 39 3(b) RMC)
24. DISTURBANCE: It shall be unlawful within the parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreational facilities of the City and County of Denver located outside the territorial limits of Denver, to disturb the peace of others by violent, tumultuous, offensive or obstreperous conduct or by loud or unusual noises, or by unseemly profane, vulgar, obscene, or offensive language or conduct, or to assault, strike or fight another, or to in any other way breach the peace. (Section 39 7.5, Section 39 20 (a),(2),(3) and Section 39 20 (b) RMC)
25. DOGS: See ANIMALS.
26. DRIVING: See VEHICLES.
27. DUMPING: It shall be unlawful to bring in, dump, deposit, or leave any bottles, broken glass, ashes, papers, boxes, cans, dirt, rubbish, waste, garbage, refuse, or other trash, in or upon any parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreational facilities. (Section 39 14(b) RMC)
28. FEES: The right to assess stated. (Article IV, Section A4.4 1 of the City Charter).
29. FIGHTING: See DISTURBANCE.
30. FIREARMS: Unlawful to possess, display, flourish, or discharge within the parks, parkways, mountain parks, park waterways, park trails and all other park or recreational facilities of the City and County of Denver. (Section 39 20 (a) (1) (2) (3) (4) (8) and Section 39 20 (b) RMC)
31. FIRES: Fires are permitted to the public (park employees excepted) only in enclosed fireplaces or grills provided for this purpose. (Section 39 5 RMC). The flames from fires built in fireplaces must not create a hazard to surrounding area or shrubs. It is unlawful to leave an area without extinguishing a fire. (Section 39 14(c) RMC). Privately owned charcoal grills are permitted, but the bottom of the fire pit must be at least 12 inches off the grass. Charcoal grills are not permitted on picnic tables. After use, coals shall be thoroughly extinguished with water and cooled, then disposed of in trash cans. (Section 39 20 (a) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (7) (8) and 39 20 (b) RMC)
32. FIREWORKS: Unlawful. (Section 39 20 (a) (1) (2) (3) (4) (8), and Section 39 20(b) RMC)
33. FISHING: The Manager prescribes the State Game, Fish and Parks Department rules, and a State fishing license, except where modified by signs at the water area. (Section 39 8(a) Section 39 20(a) and 39 20(b) RMC)
34. FLOWERS: Unlawful to pick or remove. (Section 39 3(b) RMC)
35. FLYING OBJECTS: Throwing, striking, propelling or otherwise operating flying or Propelled objects of a potentially dangerous nature, such as hang gliders, sky sails, model airplanes and rockets, horseshoes, arrows, golf balls, baseballs or rocks, but not limited to these, is prohibited and unlawful except in special use areas provided for the purpose. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (3) (4) and (8) and Section 39 20(b) RMC)
36. FOLK DANCING: See Page 27 under Section VIII.
37. FORESTER (CITY): For responsibilities and authority see Chapter 57, Article II, RMC)
39. FOUNTAINS: Unlawful to deface. (Section 39 3(a) RMC). Unlawful to use for swimming or wading. (Section 39 13(d), 39 20(a) (2) (4) (8) and 39 20(b). See, also, WATER PROGRAMS.
39. FUND RAISING: It shall be unlawful to offer any goods, services, or thing to sale within parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreational facilities or on the streets or sidewalks within 300 feet of the boundary of the same. It shall be unlawful to solicit funds for any purpose whatsoever within parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreational facilities, or on the streets or sidewalks within 300 feet of the boundary of the same. (Section 39 7 and 39 20(a) (2) (3) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC)
40. GLASS: It shall be unlawful to willfully break bottles or other glass or similar dangerous objects. Persons breaking glass shall pick up and dispose of broken pieces in safe container. (Section 39 14(a) RMC)
41. GO CARTS: Prohibited within parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreational facilities. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (3) (4) (6) (8) RMC and Section 39 20(b) RMC)
42. GOLF: Playing or practicing golf is prohibited and unlawful in all parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreational facilities except those specifically designated for golf. (Section 39 20(a) (2) (3) (4) and Section 39 20(b) RMC). See also FLYING OBJECTS. See, also, Page 20 under Section V.
43. GUNS: See FIREARMS.
44. HANDBILLS: Distributing handbills, posting notices, and so forth, is prohibited. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (3) (4) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC)
45. HORSEBACK RIDING: Prohibited ( exceptions include Public Safety and Department personnel) except in authorized locations. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (3) (4) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC). See Page 27 under Section IX for authorized locations.
46. HORSESHOES: See FLYING OBJECTS.
47. HOURS: Parks are open daily from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and are closed from 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., except for moving vehicular traffic traveling through the parks. Variations in hours may be allowed by permit from the Manager. (Section 39 1 RMC). Any park or section of any park, parkway, mountain park, or recreational facility may be declared closed to the public, by the Manager at any time and for any interval of time, whether temporarily or at regular and stated intervals (daily or otherwise) as he shall find reasonably necessary. It shall be unlawful to go upon any area or part of any park, parkway, mountain park, or other recreational facility when it is declared to be closed to the public by the Manager. (Section 39 13(c), Section 39 13 (d), Section 39 20 (a), Section 39 20 (b) RMC)
48. HUCKSTERING: It shall be unlawful to offer any goods, services, or thing for sale within parks, parkways. mountain parks, or other recreational facilities, or on the streets and sidewalks within 300 feet of the boundary of same without first having obtained a license or privilege to do so in the manner and pursuant to terms and conditions fixed by the Mayor’s Cabinet. (Section 39 7 RMC)
49. ICE SKATING: No ice skating on any water body supervised by this department is permitted unless the specific area to be used is so posted or public announcement has been made by the Manager. When such areas are open for use, they are subject to special rules on program and safety. It shall be unlawful to ice skate or otherwise enter or go upon any area or part of any park, parkway, mountain park, or other recreational facility when it is declared to be closed to the public by the Manager or his duly authorized agent. (Section 39 13(c), 39 13(d), 39 20 (a), and 39 20 (b) RMC). See, also, Page 24 under Section VI.
50. IN-LINE SKATING: See ROLLER SKATING.
51. IMPOUNDING: See ANIMALS.
52. LAKES: It shall be unlawful to swim, ice skate, ice fish, boat or otherwise enter or go upon any area or part of any park, parkway, mountain park, or other recreational facility when it is declared to be closed to the public by the Manager or his duly authorized agent or until and unless permit and safety requirements are fulfilled in accordance with Department policies. (Section 39 13(d), Section 39 20(a), 39 20(b) RMC) See, also, Page 16 under Section IV.
53. LIQUOR: See ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES.
54. LITTERING: It shall be unlawful to bring in, dump, deposit, or leave any bottles, broken glass, ashes, papers, boxes, cans, dirt, rubbish, waste, garbage, refuse, or other trash in or upon any parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreational facility. (Section 39 14(b) RMC). It shall be unlawful for any person utilizing the facilities of any parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreational areas to leave such areas without first having completely extinguished fires, nor before all trash in the nature of boxes, papers, cans, bottles, garbage, and other refuse is placed in the disposal receptacles where provided. If no such receptacles are available, then refuse and trash shall be carried away from the area to be properly disposed of elsewhere. (Section 39 14(c) RMC)
55. LOITERING: Prohibited in park facility rest rooms unless directly engaged in necessary body functions. All City and State laws governing loitering shall apply. (Section 39 20(a) (2) (3) (4) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC)
56. MALT BEVERAGES: See BEER.
57. MEMORIAL BUILDINGS: Picnics, food and beverages are prohibited in any memorial type structure within the parks of the City and County of Denver. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (3) (5) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC)
58. MEETINGS IN PARKS: Sponsors of public meetings of more than 25 people must apply for, and receive, a permit. Meetings shall be orderly and law abiding. Authorized meetings will have on hand a permit signed by the Manager or his agent. Applications for permits shall be made to the Manager in writing and specific information is required. Permits are required for picnics of more than 100 people at the following parks: Bear Creek, City, Cheesman, Civic Center, Berkeley, Rocky Mountain Lake, Sloan Lake, and Washington; and also at any structure under a roof in any park. (Section 39 13(a), 39 13(c), 39 71 and all of Chapter 39 Article II, Division 2, 39 20(a) and 39 20(b) RMC). See, also, PERMITS.
59. MODEL AIRPLANES: Not Permitted. See FLYING OBJECTS.
60. MODEL BOATS: Gas powered model boating is prohibited on all water bodies supervised by this Department, except for Vanderbilt Lake, (located at S. Platte River and W. Tennessee). Electric, or sail powered model boating is allowed on all lakes (excluding lakes located on golf courses). Children taking part in model boating shall be supervised by a responsible adult or adults. (Section 39 13(c) and 39 20(a) (2) (4) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC). Permitted locations for this activity are subject to change or modification by written and public notice by the Manager. All engines, motors, etc., shall operate at a sound level not higher than specified under Chapter 36 RMC.
61. MOTORCYCLE: See VEHICLES.
62. MOTORIZED BICYCLES: See VEHICLES.
63. MONUMENTS: It shall be unlawful to cut, mark, remove, break or climb upon or in any way injure, damage or deface any of the buildings, structures or other property within or upon any parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreational facility. (Section 39 3(a) and 39 20(a) (1) (2) (3) (4) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC)
64. MOUNTAIN BIKES: See BICYCLES.
65. MOUNTAIN PARKS: All rules and regulations herein apply. (Section 39 20(a) and 39 20(b) RMC)
66. NOISE: See DISTURBANCE.
67. PARADES: Within the jurisdiction of the Manager of Safety unless taking place within a municipal park, and then a Parks Use Permit is required. (Section 39 13 and all of Chapter 39, Article II, Section 39 20(a) and 39 20(b) RMC).
68. PARENT OR OTHER PERSON RESPONSIBILITY: It shall be unlawful for a parent, guardian, or any other type of custodian, to abandon, or in any way leave unattended a minor child in a parks or recreational area. This applies to any unsupervised program or activity and any supervised program or activity. The Parks & Recreation Department, the City & County of Denver, and its employees can assume no responsibility for the supervision of those minor children who utilize its facilities. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (3) (4) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC). Parents are responsible for the actions of their minor children in the park and will be billed for damages caused by them.
69. PARK CLOSURE: Any section or part of any park, parkway, mountain park, or other recreational facility, may be declared closed to the public by the Manager or his duly authorized agents, at any time and for any interval of time, whether temporarily or at regular and stated intervals (daily or otherwise), and whether entirely or merely to certain uses, as the Manager of Parks and Recreation shall find reasonably necessary. (Section 39 13(c), Section 39 20 (a), and Section 39 20 (b) RMC). It shall be unlawful to swim, ice skate, ice fish, boat, or otherwise enter or go upon any area or part of any park, parkway, mountain park, or other recreational facility, when it is declared to be closed to the public by the Manager or his duly authorized agent. (Section 39 13(d), Section 39 20 (a), and Section 39 20 (b) RMC)
70. PARKING: Parking not allowed between 11: 00 p. m. and 5:00 a. m. See VEHICLES
71. PARKWAYS: Article A4.4 2 of the City Charter, and Section 39 21, 49 16, 49 17, and 49 18 RMC
72. PAVILIONS: Picnics, food and beverages are prohibited in any memorial type structure within the parks of the City and County of Denver, picnic pavilions excepted. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (3) (5) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC)
73. PERMITS: It will be the policy of the department to issue permits as provided in Chapter 39, Article II of the Revised Municipal Code. In addition, permits will be issued for those purposes determined by the Manager of Parks and Recreation as serving the intent and purpose of the department. Appropriate guarantees will be required when activities requested may result in injury or cost to the City beyond the normal usage of the area. (Section 39 20(a) and Section 39 20(b) and Chapter 39 Article II RMC). Parties holding permits for an activity in a park must have said permit on his/her person at all times or lose any reservation rights or selling rights when so authorized. See, also, MEETINGS IN PARKS and SHELTERS.
74. PETS: See ANIMALS.
75. PLANTS: Unlawful to remove. (Section 39 3(b) RMC)
76. POOLS: See WATER AREAS and WATER PROGRAMS. See, also, Page 25 under Section VII.
77. PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEMS: See AMPLIFICATION SYSTEMS.
78. RED ROCKS PARK: All rules and regulations herein apply to Red Rocks Park. See, also, RED ROCKS THEATER.
79. RED ROCKS THEATER: Within the jurisdiction of the Department of Theaters and Arenas. See, also, RED ROCKS PARK.
80. REFRESHMENT VENDORS: It shall be unlawful to offer any goods, services, or thing for sale within parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreational facilities, or on the streets and sidewalks within 300 feet of the boundary of the same without first having obtained a license or privilege to do so. Permit must be on his/her person at all times. (Section 39 7 RMC)
81. REPAIRING AND OVERHAULING: Prohibited with regard to vehicles, and except in emergencies. (Section 39 20(a) (2) (3) (4) (6) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC)
82. RESERVATION OF AREAS: The Manager of Parks and Recreation shall have the authority to issue written permits reserving recreation areas and structures. It shall be unlawful for any person to fail to observe or respect written permits. When no permit has been issued, then the use of such areas shall follow generally the rule of first come, first served. (Section 39 13(b), 39 20(a), and 39 20(b) RMC). Roping, blocking off, or in any way restricting access to any park area is prohibited except by the Manager or his authorized agent. (Section 39 20(a) and 39 20(b) RMC)
83. RESTRICTION OF AREAS: Any section or part of any park, parkway, mountain park, or other recreational facility, may be declared closed to the public by the Manager, or his duly authorized agent at any time and for any interval of time, whether temporarily or at regular and stated intervals (daily or otherwise), and whether entirely or merely to certain uses, as the Manager shall find reasonably necessary. It shall be unlawful to swim, ice skate, ice fish, boat, or otherwise enter or go upon any area or part of any park, parkway, mountain park, or other recreational facility, when it is declared to be closed to the public by the Manager or his duly authorized agent. (Section 39 13(c), 39 13(d), 39 20 (a), and 39 20 (b) RMC)
84. RIFLES: See FIREARMS.
85. ROCK CLIMBING: Not permitted in Denver Mountain Parks. (Section 39 13 (c), 39 13 (d), 39 20 (a) (1) (4) (8), and 39 20 (b) RMC)
86. ROLLER BLADING: See ROLLER SKATING.
87. ROLLER SKATING (IN-LINE SKATING, ROLLER BLADING): Not allowed on park roadways (those roadways open to vehicular traffic; except at crosswalks) or in parking lots by children under 16 years of age, unless accompanied by an adult. Not allowed on tennis courts, in pavilion or other monument type structures, or in any park or facility where specifically prohibited. Allowed on sidewalks, so long as it does not endanger other park users. In-line skaters are expected to be self-policed in insuring the safety of this activity with respect to participants and other park users. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (3) (4) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC)
88. RUGBY: Allowed only by permit, and in specific use areas. (Section 39 20(a) (1)(2)(3)(4)(8) and Section 39 20(b) RMC) See, also, Page 38 under Section XII.
89. SALES: It shall be unlawful to offer any goods, services, or thing for sale within parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreational facilities, or on the streets and sidewalks within 300 feet of the boundary of the same without first having obtained a license or privilege to do so. Permit must be on his/her person at all times. (Section 39 7 RMC)
90. SHELTERS: It shall be unlawful for any person to fail to observe or respect written permits issued by the Manager of Parks and Recreation. When no permit has been issued, then the use of such areas shall follow generally the rule of first come, first served. (Section 39 13(b) RMC). Exception: Those rental shelters which may exist in the Denver parks and mountain parks system. (Article IV, Section A4.4 1 of the City Charter).
91. SIGNS: It is prohibited to erect signs of any type on stakes in the turf of a park or recreation area, and to attach anything to trees; unless authorized by the Manager in conjunction with an event. (Section 39 20(a) (1)(2)(3)(8) and 39 20(b) RMC). See, also, ADVERTISING.
92. SIGN SETBACKS: Sections 39 21, 46 3, and Chapter 49, Article II RMC.
93. SKATE BOARDING: Not allowed on park roadways (those roadways open to vehicular traffic) or in parking lots by children under 16 years of age, unless accompanied by an adult. Not allowed on tennis courts, on or in pavilion or other monument type structures; or in any park, any area of a park, or park facility where specifically prohibited. Allowed on sidewalks, so long as it does not endanger or create a nuisance for other park users. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (3) (4) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC).
94. SLEDDING: Not permitted unless announced publicly by the Manager. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (3) (4) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC). It shall be unlawful to enter or go upon any area or part of any park, parkway, mountain park, or other recreational facility, when it is declared to be closed to the public by the Manager or his duly authorized agent. Sledding vehicles not allowed are: ice blocks, wooden sleds, toboggans, saucers, innertubes, and other similar sledding devices. (Sec¬tion 39 13(d) RMC)
95. SLINGSHOTS: Possession and use prohibited. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (3) (4) and 39 20(b) RMC). See, also, FLYING OBJECTS.
96. SNOWMOBILES: Use unlawful (except by agents of the Manager) in all park, parkway, mountain parks, or other recreational areas. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (3) (4) (6) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC)
97. SOCCER: Allowed only by permit, and in specific use areas. Permittee must have permit on his/her person at all times. (Section 39 20(a) (1)(2)(3)(4)(8) and 39 20(b) RMC) See, also, Page 28 under Section XI.
98. SOFTBALL: Allowed only in specific use areas. See Page 36 under Section XII. See, also, FLYING OBJECTS.
99. SOLICITING: See FUND RAISING.
100. SPECIFIC USE AREAS: These areas are the ones set aside for exclusive use due to the hazardous nature of the activity, potential costly damage to park areas, or the need for a special time interval to conduct organized play periods. See the specific program activity rules and regulations for fishing, golf, swimming, model airplanes, horseback riding, ice skating, archery and so forth. (Section 39 20(a) and 39 20(b). RMC)
101. SQUARE DANCING: See Page 27 under Section VIII. See, also, DANCES.
102. STAKES: Use prohibited. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC)
103. STATUES: See MONUMENTS.
104. STREAMS: See WATER AREAS and WATER PROGRAMS.
105. SWIMMING: Prohibited in parks and recreation water areas, except for the municipal swimming pools. (Section 39 20(a) (2) (3) (4) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC). See, also, Page 26 under Section VII.
106. TENNIS: See Page 35 under Section XI.
107. TENTS: It is unlawful to build or place any tent, building, booth, stand, or other structure, in or upon any of the parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreational facilities, without first having obtained a permit to do so from the Manager. (Section 39 4 RMC)
108. TREES: It shall be unlawful to cut, mark, remove, break, or climb upon or in any way injure, damage or deface the trees, shrubs, plants, turf, or any of the buildings, fences, bridges, back stops, goal posts, coin meters, or other structures or property within or upon any parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreational facility. (Section 39 3(a) RMC)
109. TRUCKS: See VEHICLES.
110. VANDALISM: It shall be unlawful to cut, mark, remove, break or climb upon or in any way injure, damage or deface the trees, shrubs, plants, turf, or any of the buildings, fences, bridges, back stops, goal posts, coin meters, or other structures or property within or upon any parks, parkways, mountain parks or other recreational facilities. (Section 39 3(a) RMC). It shall be unlawful to pick or take away from any park premises any vegetation, or to go upon the grass, lawn or turf of the parks wherever the sign “Keep Off The Grass” is posted. (Section 39 3(b) RMC) It shall be unlawful to light, make or use any unenclosed picnic or trash fire within the parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreational facilities belonging to or operated by the City and County of Denver. (Section 39 5 RMC)
111. VEHICLES: It shall be unlawful for any person operating a vehicle in parks, mountain parks, or other recreational facilities, to fail or refuse to obey all traffic signs, or other traffic control devices regulating the operation, stopping or parking of vehicles. (Section 39 20(a)(6) RMC) It shall be unlawful for other than authorized personnel to park or drive on lawns, fields, or any other places other than upon roadways and parking areas clearly constructed and established for such purposes within the parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreation facilities. (Section 39 20(a)(6) RMC) Laws pertaining to streets and highways pertain also to park roads, except that pedestrians shall have right of way over vehicles in park areas. Vehicles may be parked in park and recreation areas only if the occupants are engaged in activity connected with the area. Washing of vehicles in any park or mountain park is prohibited. (Section 39 20(a) and 39 20(b) RMC)
112. VENDORS: It shall be unlawful to offer any goods, services, or thing for sale within parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreational facilities, or on the streets and sidewalks within 300 feet of the boundary of the same without first having obtained a license or privilege to do so. Permit must be visible at all times. (Section 39 7 RMC)
113. WADING: Prohibited in all parks and recreation water areas, except for municipal swimming and wading pools. (Section 39 20(a) (2) (4) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC)
114. WATER AREAS: It shall be unlawful to send any animal into or throw or deposit any article or thing whatever into the waters of the parks and mountain parks. (Section 39 3(b) RMC) See also BOATING, FISHING, and other pertinent headings, Section II. See, also, Page 15 under Section III, Page 16 under Section IV, Page 24 under Section VI, Page 25 under Section VII.
115. WATER PROGRAMS: No boating, swimming, ice skating, ice fishing, or other use of any water body supervised by this department is permitted unless the specific area to be used is so posted or public announcement has been made by the Manager. When such areas are open for use, they are subject to special rules on program and safety. The program rules will be enforced by the Manager’s agent. (Section 39 20(a) (2) (4) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC) See, also, Page 15 under Section III, Page 16 under Section IV, Page 24 under Section VI, Page 25 under Section VII.
116. WEAPONS: Unlawful to possess, display, or utilize within the parks, parkways, mountain parks, or other recreational facilities of the City and County of Denver located outside the territorial limits of Denver. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (3) (4) (8) and Section 39 20(b) RMC)
117. WORK AREAS: Public use is prohibited in service and maintenance yards, animal enclosures, press boxes, band shells, flower beds, or other display areas. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (4) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC)
118. WORKMEN: Use of any area shall be relinquished to any employee carrying out his work assignments. It will be unlawful to interfere with workmen or working equipment. (Section 39 20(a) (1) (2) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) and 39 20(b) RMC)
Section III
Rules and Regulations BOAT RENTALS
Department of Parks and Recreation
City and County of Denver, Colorado
The operation of rental equipment on CITY PARK LAKE or other lakes is determined to be a different type of safety situation and will be handled in the following manner:
All sections of the Revised Municipal Code pertinent to proper conduct of this activity shall be enforced by the Manager’s agent and shall include items under Section II of these Rules and Regulations.
Safety rules are by class of equipment:
1. CANOES: Life jackets will be supplied by concessionaire and worn by all users, regardless of age.
2. ROWBOATS: Life jackets will be available for all adults on request and will be mandatory for children under 16 years of age.
3. PADDLE BOATS: This class of boat is extremely stable, and no life jacket is required. However, a mechanical restraint (safety belt) will be available and fastened for each child 12 years or under.
Section IV
Rules and Regulations BOATING REGULATIONS
Department of Parks and Recreation
City and County of Denver, Colorado
Denver Parks and Recreation is responsible for adopting rules and regulations for parks and recreational facilities in Denver, including lakes within parks and boating activities. Each year, thousands of people enjoy a variety of boating activities on Denver’s lakes. The rules and regulations governing use of these lakes for recreation have been adopted to promote safety and general access to these public resources. This information is provided to acquaint the recreational boater with Denver’s boating policies. Applicable state and federal regulations govern situations not specifically covered in this handbook.
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
a. Three Denver lakes are available for boating: Sloan Lake is designated for sail boats larger than 11’6″ in length, for motorized boats with a maximum of 300 horsepower and for water skiing. Rocky Mountain Lake and Smith Lake in Washington Park are designated for canoes, kayaks, rowboats and sailboats less than 11’6″. Maximum length for any boat operating on a Denver lake is 20′. Swimming is not permitted in any Denver lake, and fishing from boats is prohibited. Rubber or inflatable rafts are not allowed on any Denver lake.
b. All boats must be licensed and numbered as required by the State of Colorado, and state boat numbers at least two inches high must be clearly visible on both sides of the boat. Denver’s 1991 boating season is April 13 through September 29. Boat rangers patrol the lakes and may order off the water persons disobeying rules or operating craft in a reckless manner.
c. Wearing a life jacket is recommended for all boaters and is mandatory for non-swimmers and those under 16 years of age. Operators must be at least 16 years old or accompanied and supervised by an adult in the boat.
d. While beer is the only alcoholic beverage allowed in any Denver park, alcoholic beverages of any sort are prohibited on Denver lakes and at dock or launch sites. All other City Ordinances and Parks and Recreation rules, regulations and policies apply to boating or use of lakes, including the prohibition of glass containers in parks. Boat Rangers or Denver Police Officers may order a boat off a lake and/or revoke a permit without refund for violation of any rules of conduct, policies or City Ordinances.
e. A permit is required to launch any boat on a Denver lake, and the permit sticker must be displayed at all times on the right side of the boat. Permits are non-transferrable, and permit holders are accountable for actions of boat operators. Boating permits are issued at the Boat Ranger’s Office at Sloan Lake daily, noon until dusk, beginning April 1.
2. BOATING PERMITS
Boating permits are issued at the Boat Ranger’s office at Sloan Lake, 25th and Wolff Streets. The following is required to obtain a permit:
a. Proof of residency.
b. Copy of state boat registration.
c. Written proof of liability insurance in the minimum amount of $300,000.00 including bodily injury and property damage. Binders, applications or receipts are not acceptable proof. Insurance must be in force during the entire boating season and a copy of Certificate of Insurance must be on file at the Ranger’s Office. The insurance company must agree to give the Parks and Recreation Department 10 days notice in writing if the insurance is cancelled or terminated for any reason.
d. Boats must meet all Coast Guard and State safety requirements. All craft must have a paddling device. A Coast Guard approved life jacket must be provided for each passenger. All boats 16 feet or longer must have at least one buoyant cushion or ring life buoy. Every boat shall be provided with an efficient whistle or other sound producing mechanical device. All motor boats shall carry, while being operated, at least one B 1 fire extinguisher having a capacity of at least two pounds.
3. SLOAN LAKE
a. Sloan Lake is Denver’s largest and most active lake. Two small, connected lakes, Cooper and Sloan, comprise Sloan Lake’s 177 acres, and different activities are allowed in each of the lake areas. Many types of boats are allowed on Sloan Lake, and boat operators are reminded to be aware of the variety and capabilities of other boats at all times.
b. All boats enter the lake’s east section (Cooper Lake) by the south channel, but motor boats leave by the north channel and sailboats leave by the south channel. Buoyed areas should be observed, and the island between Sloan and Cooper Lake is off limits. All boats operating above wakeless speed should remain 150 feet (2 full tow rope lengths) from shore and 100 feet from each other. The south channel, harbor, loading, and docking areas are potentially hazardous; boaters should recognize the dangers, slow down and use caution. Sail boats always have right of way over any motor boat.
c. Hours
Boating hours on Sloan Lake are as follows:
1. Tuesday and Thursday noon until dusk*
2. Friday through Monday 9:00 am until dusk*
3. Wednesday 1:00 pm until dusk*
4. A water skiing program for people with disabilities is offered Wednesdays from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm June through August.
* Dusk is defined as when the street lights come on.
d. Motor Boats
1. All boats must be provided with a stock factory muffler or other device capable of adequately muffling the sounds of the engine. “Adequate muffling” means that the motor’s exhaust is at all times muffled or suppressed so as not to create excessive noise. The discharge of cooling water through the exhaust of an inboard engine shall be considered an adequate muffling device.
2. All motor boats must have a transmission providing a reverse gear.
3. Patterns for motor boats have been established and should be followed (please refer to map).
4. Boaters should observe wakeless speed in the harbor except for boats towing skiers preparing for take-off. Operator should look to the left to be sure there is no on-coming traffic before taking off.
5. Speed limit on Sloan Lake is 40 MPH.
6. While a boat is in motion, all passengers should remain seated and off gunwales.
7. Motor boats towing skiers have right of way over other motor boats, and sail boats have right of way over all motor boats.
e. Water Skiing
1. Boats pulling skiers must have a minimum of two people in the boat, a competent driver and a spotter. The spotter must be at least 10 years old and be capable of handling the tow rope and relaying skiers’ signals to the driver.
2. Skiers must wear approved life jacket or a barefoot suit with built-in floatation. The barefoot suit must be approved by Boat Rangers.
3. Whenever a water skier is down in the water, the operator or observer of the tow boat shall display in a clearly visible manner an orange or red flag at least 12 inches square.
4. When a skier falls, the operator must circle at once to protect skier, stop engine and pull skier and rope into boat or make deep water start if conditions are favorable.
5. Boats must drop off skier(s) at designated dock, proceed to barrel entry area, stop and retrieve the rope, and proceed at wakeless speed through barrel pattern to take off docks. (See map for details)
6. Skiers wishing to discard one ski while performing must do so in designated ski drop area on the west side of the lake (see map on for details).
7. The ramp loading dock is not available for take-off or skier drop-off, and the west take-off dock is reserved for beginning skiers.
8. Skiers should remain 100 feet from the shore and from other boats, with no spraying.
f. Sail Boats
1. Persons operating sail boats must wear life jackets.
2. Sail boats should enter and leave Cooper by the south channel only and attempt to follow the counter-clockwise traffic pattern.
3. Sail boats should maintain a safe distance from the water skiing take-off area.
4. Sail boats have right of way over all motor boats.
g. Cooper Lake One Boat Rotation
Eight hours per week Cooper Lake operates on a one-boat rotation system to allow one boat at a time to enjoy smooth waters for beginning skiers, water skiing instruction and trick, barefoot and slalom course skiing. One-boat rotation is in operation on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4 pm until dusk. During these times, the following rules apply:
1. Boats should enter and exit Cooper Lake at wakeless speed with skiers in the boats.
2. The lake will operate on a four-pass maximum per boat, including falls. If more than four boats are using the course, there will be a two-pass maximum, or 15 minutes per boat, whichever is first.
3. Turns should follow a counter-clockwise pattern, with no skiing around the island.
4. If a skier falls, he or she should give an immediate “okay” hand signal.
5. Boats should pull skiers up in deep water from the south side of the island and enter the area. After the skier’s turn is finished, he or she should be drop at the north side of the island and return to the boat.
6. In using the slalom course, boats should enter through entrance gates, driving a straight path through the driver gates. If a skier falls, stop in the driver lane while the spotter checks for the skier’s “okay” signal. If the skier is okay, turn slowly and return to the skier on the outside of the driver lane and proceed in thee original direction outside of the driver lane. If a ball is cut from the course, please replace it or return it to the Ranger Station.
h. Dealers
1. Dealers’ permits are issued to dealers for testing boats and should not be used for recreational boating.
2. Dealers must fly a yellow dealer’s flag at all times.
3. Each dealer’s permit allows the operation of one boat at a time.
4. Dealers are expected to obey all rules, and must restrict their activity to Sloan Lake; Cooper is off-limits to dealers.
i. Docks
Docks are provided at the north side of the lake for the use of all boaters and are not available to be reserved. When more than 12 boats are on the lake, boats should not tie up to ski docks. Weekends and holidays can be especially congested, and docks should remain clear of personal belongings such as skis, chairs and blankets, so that all boaters can have access to the docks. Sail boats should use only the sail boat docks, leaving the ski docks for water skiers.
4. ROCKY MOUNTAIN AND SMITH LAKES
a. Two other lakes are available to rowboats, canoes, kayaks and small sailboats. Rocky Mountain Lake is in Rocky Mountain Lake Park at 46th and Sheridan, and Smith Lake is the large lake in Washington Park, at Downing and Exposition. The harbor of Sloan Lake is also available to these smaller craft.
b. Boating hours at Smith and Rocky Mountain lakes are daily from 9:00 am until dusk, defined as when the street lights go on. Life jackets are required, and the “buddy system” (at least two boats at a time) is in effect on these smaller lakes.
5. BOATING PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE
Fee schedules are established by City Ordinance (Revised Municipal Code, Chapter 39). All fees must be paid at the time the permit is applied for and received.
All sections of the Revised Municipal Code pertinent to proper conduct of these activities shall be enforced by Department representative and shall include Department regulations in Section II of the Rules and Regulations. (Section 39 20 (a) and 39 20 (b) RMC)
Section V
Rules and Regulations GOLF
Department of Parks and Recreation
City and County of Denver, Colorado
1. TYPE OF PLAY AVAILABLE
a. Kennedy, Wellshire and Willis Case
During the main season, April 15 through Labor Day, 18 hole play only is permitted on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from opening to 3:00 P.M.
On weekdays 18 hole play only is permitted between 9:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. at Kennedy; between 7:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. at Wellshire; and between 7:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. at Willis Case; with the exception that 9 hole tickets may be purchased for casual play on the back nine only on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays for a period of one hour after opening.
b. City Park, Evergreen and Overland
During the main season, 18 hole play only is permitted on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from opening to 2:00 P.M., with the exception that 9 hole tickets may be purchased for casual play on the back nine only on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays for a period of one hour after opening. On weekdays, excluding holidays, nine hole play will be available the entire day unless otherwise ordered by the Golf Course Superintendent.
2. RULES AND REGULATIONS OF GENERAL PLAY
a. The Director of Golf, the Golf Course Superintendent, the Crew Supervisor, the Golf Starter and the Ranger shall be agents of the Manager of Parks and Recreation and shall enforce all rules and regulations pertaining to golf.
b. Every person on the golf course must purchase a golf ticket. Spectators are allowed only with the permission of the starter is secured.
c. Trespassers, dog walkers, bicycle riders, picnickers, or any other unauthorized person shall not be permitted on the golf premises.
d. Monday through Friday (except holidays) children between the ages of 8-12 may play when accompanied by an adult (21 years of age or older) on 18 hole regulation courses; at Harvard Gulch and J.F.Kennedy Par-3 when accompanied by an adult, children over 8 who have participated in a Denver Parks and Recreation Municipal Junior Golf Program.
e. The Manager’s agents may remove a golfer, or golfers from the golf course for flagrant violation of course rules or golf etiquette; such as obnoxious behavior, intoxication, damaging of course, refusal to let people through when holding up play, failure to follow course design from a hole to hole basis, or failure to play within the prescribed time limitations or to maintain the pace of play.
f. The Manager’s agents may remove a beginner from the course when the beginner cannot reasonably hit the ball or keep up with the normal pace of a public golf course.
g. Each golfer must have a set of clubs and a bag while playing.
h. Golfers on weekends, holidays, and busy weekdays must play in foursomes assigned by the golf starter.
i. The Manager of Parks and Recreation may restrict a golfer or golfers from public courses for a specified time for flagrant or repeated violations.
j. No person shall play on a golf course after said golf course has been closed by the Superintendent or Crew Supervisor because of weather or certain maintenance practices.
k. No vehicles other than golf carts shall be permitted on the courses without the permission of the Superintendent, Crew Supervisor or Starter.
l. The Starter shall be responsible for assigning foursomes and placing them on the course. His or her methods are prescribed by the Director.
m. Cans, bottles, coolers and alcoholic beverages may not be brought onto a golf course facility.
n. The Golf Starter shall be responsible for assigning foursomes and placing them on the course. His methods for the procedure are prescribed by the Recreation Division of the Parks and Recreation Department.
o. No person shall submit false information for the purpose of securing golfing privileges, i.e., falsification or misrepresentation of legal residence.
p. Tournaments may be scheduled on the municipal courses by the application under existing rules and regulations and in conformance with Chapter 39, Article III, Revised Municipal Code.
q. Sledding and skiing may be permitted on certain golf courses when designated by the Manager of Parks and Recreation; otherwise all winter sports are prohibited.
All sections of the Revised Municipal Code pertinent to proper conduct of these activities shall be enforced by Department representative and shall include Department regulations in Section II of the Rules and Regulations. (Section 39 20 (a) and 39 20 (b) RMC)
3. OPERATIONAL CONTROL OF GOLFERS
a. Any individual who maintains his or her primary residence in Denver County only may play for “resident rates”. Property ownership in Denver County does not constitute residency.
b. Each resident ticket holder must prove residency.Acceptable identification for proof of residency is a current Colorado driver’s license, Colorado identification card, or, for juniors, a Denver Public Schools or private school identification card, or a parent’s driver’s license.
c. Discount rates ie., junior and senior rates, are not available on weekends, holidays, or for tournament play.
d. Denver Golf Cards and are for use by the individuals named on the cards only; cards are not transferable.
e. Each player presents his or her own ticket to the Starter, except as stated below.
f. Casual play will be formed by the sequence of registration. One person can purchase up to four tickets and select any tee time available for play that day. The group must check in with the Starter 30 minutes before tee-off. If one or more of the members of the group do not register with the Starter before their scheduled time, such member or members will forfeit their green fees and casual players will be inserted in their place.
g. Starter must stamp or write 9 hole tickets front and back. Ticket stubs must be retained by golfers for presentation to course official upon request.
h. Players will not be sent on the back 9 if this causes a delay on 18 hole players coming through.
i. If players fail to observe starting procedure rules, they must be placed at the bottom of the casual players list.
j. Rain Checks – A golfer will be issued a rain check if inclement weather has made playing unadvisable and the golfer has completed less than half of the holes he or she intends to play. If a player begins play in inclement weather, he or she will not be entitled to a rain check, except in the event of lighting in the area. Rain checks are good only on the course of issue within thirty days of issuance. Starter must sign and date rain check.
k. If ticket is purchased by player and he is unable to start play, due to time delay or unforeseen circumstances, Starter will issue a rain check.
l. Shirts and shoes must be worn on golf course premises at all times.
4. RESERVATIONS AND CASUAL PLAY
a. Reservations are taken all year long on the phone reservation system. Residents can call five days in advance. Non-residents can call three days in advance.
b. Reservations can be made up to 7:00 P.M. the day before tee times.
c. Cancellations must be made by 7:00 P.M. the day before scheduled tee times.
d. During the main season, reservations are scheduled between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 5:30 P.M. on weekdays; on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays reservations are scheduled from one hour after sunrise to 5:30 P.M.
e. During the off season reservations will be taken from 9:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M..
f. On weekdays, two tee times per hour will be held as casual times. On weekends and holidays, one tee time per hour will be held as a casual time.
g. All reservations must be paid for and tickets presented to the Starter thirty minutes ahead of the scheduled tee time or the tee time will be cancelled and given to casual players.
h. During the off season when frost occurs:
1. No casual play is allowed to sign up until course is opened.
2. Reservations take priority over casual play.
3. If frost delays the opening of the course after scheduled reservations, then those reservations have priority over casual times.
4. All reservation times are pushed back by the same amount of time the frost delays those times.
i. Reservation “no shows” are considered to be:
1. Any golfer who signs-up less than thirty minutes ahead of tee times.
2. Any golfers who sign-up with a group less than the amount of golfers on the reservation.
3. Any golfer who made the phone reservation is not present at the time of sign-up.
j. Reservation “no shows” will be precluded from making further reservations until a $10.00 reinstatement fee has been paid.
5. RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR GOLF TOURNAMENTS
a. There is a NON-REFUNDABLE per player fee and a minimum tournament fee, as established by City Ordinance, payable to the City for reserving tournament times. No dates will be confirmed until payment is received. If a Tournament is postponed due to bad weather, the tournament will be rescheduled or rainchecks will issued, at the option of the City.
b. Tournament reservations fees do not include green fees. Discount green fees and annual passes are not accepted for tournament.
c. All tournament privileges to firms or organizations require posting of all foursomes with the Starter by the tournament organizer and all rounds of golf must be paid for at least ten consecutive days prior to the date of the tournament. Any adjustments in the number of players must be made at that time, however, in no case may the number be less than 20 players or more than 80 players, unless approved by the Director of Golf.
d. Residents and Non-resident greens fees do not apply to tournaments. Each tournament player will pay the tournament green fee, as established by City Ordinance.
e. Liquor, cans, bottles, coolers, and “beer carts”, except those carts operated by the golf course concessionaire, are prohibited on golf course premises.
f. Refreshments and prizes are to be obtained from the concessionaire on the course where the tournament is being conducted. Tournament organizers and players are not permitted to bring any food or drink on to the golf course premises.
g. Tournament reservations do not include golf carts. Arrangements must be made with the pro shop in advance.
h. Section 39-32 of the Revised Municipal Code of the City and County of Denver prohibits scheduling of a golf tournament for organizations, firms, or groups discriminating because of race, color, religion, gender, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical and mental disabilities.
i. Limit six per organization, unless otherwise approved by the Director of Golf.
j. The Manager of Parks and Recreation may revoke an organization’s tournament reservation privilege if the organization has made flagrant violations of Department Rules and Regulations.
6. ORGANIZED HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE PLAY
a. Team practice schedules and match schedules must be received by the Parks and Recreation office at the beginning of the golf season.
b. The Golf Division will assign the golf course, day and time of tournaments.
c. Tickets at the “school” rate are good only during team practice and approved inter-school competition.
d. School teams will be limited to a given number of players after initial qualification.
e. All school team rosters must be sent to the Parks and Recreation office by coaches.
f. Coaches of school teams must accompany their players during play at assigned courses.
g. One coach per school may play with his or her team.
h. School teams may play only at assigned courses, unless otherwise approved.
7. REFUNDS
All requests for refunds of money paid the City will be referred to the Director of Golf. No City employee will make any statement concerning the possibility of a refund being made or refused.
Section VI
Rules and Regulations ICE SKATING
Department of Parks and Recreation
City and County of Denver, Colorado
Skating areas are announced only in season when safe conditions exist. Public announcement will be made at these times, otherwise all areas are closed to skating. (Section 39 20 (a) (2)(4) and 39 20 (b) RMC)
In addition, the Manager’s agent shall enforce the following rules:
1. No sleds, skis, or other sliding or wheeled vehicles permitted on ice (except for authorized work equipment).
2. No persons permitted on ice without skates except authorized personnel.
3. No chain, whip, train, high speed, erratic or tag games permitted on the ice.
4. Hockey permitted only in specified areas, only in daylight, with adult supervision.
5. All designated areas, signs, safety barriers will be observed and followed.
All sections of the Revised Municipal Code pertinent to proper conduct of this activity shall be enforced by Manager’s agent and shall include Section II of the Department Rules and Regulations. (Section 39 20 (a) and 39 20 (b) RMC)
Section VII
Rules and Regulations RECREATION CENTERS & BUILDINGS
Department of Parks and Recreation
City and County of Denver, Colorado
A. The Operating Section Manager in charge of recreation centers, the Recreation Supervisor, and Recreation Leader shall be agents of the Manager of Parks and Recreation and shall enforce all Department rules and regulations. Rules and regulations are posted at each Center.
B. The Manager of Parks and Recreation may restrict the hours, days and weeks of use for any Center. The Manager may restrict any user, individual or group for violation of rules and regulations.
C. Certain public usage, other than planned programs by recreation personnel, is permitted by application to and receipt of permission from the Manager of Parks and Recreation. A cost of service is established and collected in advance by the Manager of Parks and Recreation or his agent.
1. GENERAL CENTER RULES
a. You must sign in and show your I.D. card each day.
b. No smoking, alcoholic beverages, or illegal drugs.
c. Use food and drink in designated areas only.
d. Be courteous to others, no foul language, weapons, fighting or abusive behavior.
e. Leave bicycles, roller skates, roller blades, and skateboards outside.
f. Valuables may not be checked at the counter(wallets, money, watches, keys). The Center is not responsible for lost or stolen property.
g. Elementary, middle school and high school age participants may use the Center only after 2:30 pm on regular school days. Individuals with documented special school schedules may get permission from Center Supervisor to use facility before 2:30 pm.
h. NO GANG ATTIRE OR BEHAVIOR ALLOWED.
2. GYM RULES
For your safety and enjoyment of Denver’s Recreation Centers, please observe the following rules:
a. You must wear gym attire and shoes. No black soled or cleated shoes, bare or stocking feet.
b. No not bring food or drink.
c. Use only Recreation Center basketballs: leave yours at home.
d. No hanging on basketball rims.
e. No gym bags in the gym.
THANK YOU FOR OBSERVING THESE RULES. ENJOY YOUR RECREATION CENTER! MANAGER – DENVER PARKS AND RECREATION
3. WEIGHT ROOM RULES
a. You must wear gym attire, shirt and shoes at all times.
b. You must be at least 15 years old to use weight room.
c. Weight lifters only. No non-participant visitors, including children.
d. Return weights to their proper racks when you finish.
e. You must use collars at all times.
f. Do not bring gym bags into the weight room.
g. Use weight equipment at your own risk.
4. POOL RULES AND REGULATIONS
The Aquatic Supervisor, the Pool Supervisor, the Lifeguards shall be agents of the Manager of Parks and Recreation and shall enforce all Department rules and regulations pertaining to swimming. Copies of these rules and regulations are posted or on file at every approved swimming pool.
a. POOL REGULATIONS:
1. Pools will not open if temperature is below 60 degrees.
2. No one allowed in pool without lifeguard on duty.
3. All swimmers must swim 2 widths before entering the deep end.
4. No running on pool deck or shower area.
5. No person shall conduct himself on the deck or in the water in such a manner as to jeopardize the safety or health of himself or others.
6. Swimmers must shower before entering pool area.
7. Swim suits must be worn in pool area; no street clothes or shoes on the pool deck. No “T-Shirts”.
8. No eating, smoking or drinking in pool area, except where designated.
9. No flotation devices in pool area, except during special events or specific hours set by Aquatic Supervisor.
10. No person shall carry on unnecessary conversation with lifeguards, or falsely call for help or assistance, or stand or sit upon or cling to any lifeguard stand.
11. No person having or apparently having infectious or communicable disease, open sores, inflamed eyes, or pads, plaster or bandages of any description shall be allowed in the pool.
b. WADING POOL REGULATIONS:
1. Children must be 5 years of age or younger.
2. All children must be watched by a parent or responsible guardian at all times when child is in pool area.
3. Follow all other rules.
c. WATER PLAYGROUND REGULATIONS:
1. Children must be accompanied by parent or responsible guardian 18 years old or older.
2. Children must be 12 years of age or younger.
3. No running.
4. No diving.
5. Feet first only on slide, one person at a time.
Section VIII
Rules and Regulations SQUARE DANCING & FOLK DANCING
Department of Parks and Recreation
City and County of Denver, Colorado
1. Other than Department sponsored classes and functions, Civic Center is designated as the only site for which a permit for square or folk dancing may be obtained.
2. Permission for any dance activity will include presence of duly authorized personnel as Manager’s agent.
3. Rules peculiar or necessary to a particular site or situation shall be either posted or in the hands of the Manager’s agent.
4. Requests received by the Department for square or folk dancing other than within the Department sponsored programs shall be processed in the manner of all park use permit requests; and if granted, a permit will be issued by the Manager of Parks and Recreation for Civic Center only.
All sections of the Revised Municipal Code pertinent to proper conduct of this activity shall be enforced by Manager’s agent and shall include Section II of the Department Rules and Regulations. (Section 39 20 (a) and Section 39 20 (b) RMC)
Section IX
Rules and Regulations BRIDLE PATHS
Department of Parks and Recreation
City and County of Denver, Colorado
1. Horseback riding permitted only on Highline Canal between Mississippi- Leetsdale and Cherry Creek.
2. Horseback riding shall be permitted only on designated paths or trails. Persons riding on lawns or other areas not so designated shall be subject to damages as well as the penalties provided for violation of restricted areas. Riders and owners of horses shall be responsible for managing the animals in a manner that is safe and considerate of others.
3. Permitted locations for this activity subject to change or modification by written and public notice by the Manager.
All sections of the Revised Municipal Code pertinent to proper conduct of this activity shall be enforced by Manager’s agent and shall include Section II of the Department Rules and Regulations. (Section 39 20 (a) and 39 20 (b) RMC)
Section X
Rules and Regulations TENNIS
Department of Parks and Recreation
City and County of Denver, Colorado
1. Reserved use of tennis courts will be available by permit of the Director of Recreation only for tournaments and Department programs.
2. Permit for any tennis activity will include presence of duly authorized personnel.
3. Open public play is permitted. Rules are posted on the courts.
4. In addition to the above rules, the Department representative will enforce the following rules when others are waiting to play:
a. Doubles play only;
b. 45 minute play period (1/2 hour under lights);
c. Children under 16 years of age will not be permitted to play after 5:00 p.m. when adults are waiting.
All sections of the Revised Municipal Code pertinent to proper conduct of this activity shall be enforced by Department representative and shall include Department regulations in Section II of the Rules and Regulations. (Section 39 20 (a) and 39 20 (b) RMC)
Section XI
Rules and Regulations BASEBALL, SOFTBALL, SOCCER, RUGBY, FOOTBALL, TOUCH FOOTBALL, LACROSSE
Department of Parks and Recreation
City and County of Denver, Colorado
1. Agent or agents of the Manager of Parks and Recreation shall enforce all Department rules and regulations pertaining to the above named activities. Copies of these rules and regulations are on file at every press box.
2. The Director of Recreation shall issue permits to protect league competition and team practice. All teams or individuals shall relinquish the play area to the permittee during the designated date and time on the permit.
3. The Manager of Parks and Recreation may restrict a player, players, teams and leagues from all public fields for a specified time for flagrant or repeated violations of rules and regulations.
4. The Manager of Parks and Recreation, or his agent, may close any or all public fields or play areas when, due to weather or any other condition, the use of such fields would create maintenance problems.
5. Baseball and softball permitted in specific use areas only.
All sections of the Revised Municipal Code pertinent to proper conduct of these activities shall be enforced by Department representative and shall include Department regulations in Section II of the Rules and Regulations. (Section 39 20 (a) and 39 20 (b) RMC)
Section XII
Rules and Regulations PERMITS
Department of Parks and Recreation
City and County of Denver, Colorado
A. PERMIT POLICIES
Denver Parks and Recreation issues a variety of permits for use of properties and facilities falling under the jurisdiction of the Department. Permits are issued for the convenience of users and guarantee exclusive use of a particular location for a specific time period, date and use.
1. Except for boating permits, all permits may be purchased at Denver Parks and Recreation offices at 2300 15th Street between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm on weekdays. Except as noted below, permits are available beginning in January of each year for any date during that calendar year and are issued on a first come, first served basis. While procedures for obtaining different permits vary slightly, the following information pertains to all permits. Specific information can be found in the appropriate section of this brochure.
2. All City Ordinances and Denver Parks and Recreation Rules and Regulations must be obeyed by permit holders; holding a permit does not exempt users from any rules. The following are the answers to the most commonly asked questions about rules:
a. The only alcoholic beverage allowed in Denver parks, including mountain parks and ballfields, is beer. Beer must be kept at least 50 feet from all roadways and playgrounds.
b. Glass containers of any sort are prohibited.
c. Denver parks are open to the public from 5 am until 11 pm. No activities are allowed in parks outside of these hours, and curfew is not waived for any event.
d. All sites must be restored to original condition at end of use. Clean up and repair charges beyond normal wear and tear will be billed to permit holder based on cost of repair.
e. Vehicles are allowed only on roadways designated for vehicles and in established parking areas.
f. Charging admission fees or soliciting donations from the public is not allowed in Denver parks.
g. Commercial concessions may operate only with a Vending Permit.
h. The permit must be in possession of the permit holder on site while the site is in use.
i. Permit holders must agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City and County of Denver against any and all damages to property or injury to, or death of, any person, including property or employees of the City and County of Denver and from any and all claims, demands, suits, actions, or proceedings of any kind or nature in relation to permits.
j. Denver Parks and Recreation has many lovely parks and fine facilities for picnics, athletic, recreation and special events. We encourage you to explore our parks and facilities and find one that is appropriate for your event. Our personnel will be happy to answer questions and facilitate the issuance of your permit. For additional information, call our permit office at 964 2522.
3. FEES
a. Fees are uniformly and fairly applied to all permittee. Only Parks and Recreation Department sponsored events are exempted from fees. The Manager of Parks and Recreation is the only authority for issuance of no charge permits; these waivers are granted in writing only.
b. Permit fees are not refundable under any circumstances, and permits are not transferrable. All checks for permits should be made payable to “Manager of Revenue.” A service charge of $15 will be made on all returned checks.
4. ASSEMBLY PERMITS
a. Assembly permits are issued to facilitate individuals or groups using Denver parks to exercise their First Amendment rights of free speech and assembly. Assemblies may be held in any park provided a permit has been issued in accordance with Division 3 of Chapter 39 of the Revised Municipal Code of the City and County of Denver. Applications for Assembly Permits are available in Denver Parks and Recreation’s permitting office and may be submitted in person, by mail or by fax. The permit will be granted unless denied within three working days.
5. ATHLETIC FIELD PERMITS
a. A permit is required to use any Denver Parks and Recreation athletic field. Permit must be in possession of users at all times while on the field.
b. Leagues which have held athletic field permits in prior years may renew permits on a schedule that begins in January of each year. Renewals for leagues will only be made for fields, days and times for which those leagues held permits in the prior year.
c. In applying for permits, please request only fields which will actually be used, as field use will be monitored and permits revoked on fields not being used by permittee. No refunds will be made or renewals honored for fields where permits have been revoked for non use.
d. All other requests will be processed on a first come, first served basis beginning the first business day in March each year.
e. Fields are permitted in two hour blocks, with a two hour minimum. In order to accommodate as many users as possible, the Department designates the two hour blocks as beginning on the even numbered hours.
f. Fields are taken on an “as is” basis. In case of unplayable conditions (weather, snow on field, sprinklers operating), fields must not be used, and permit holder should notify the permit office within three business days to obtain an additional permit at no charge.
g. In the event of an error or double permitting of a field, the permit with the earliest date will have priority, with the exception of a tournament. When such an error occurs, the permittee who does not use the field will be issued an additional permit at no charge.
h. Metal cleats are not allowed on any athletic field.
i. Snow removal is not allowed on any athletic field except by Denver Parks
and Recreation.
6. PICNIC PERMITS
a. Denver ordinance requires that all picnics of more than 50 people or any use of a picnic shelter have a permit. In addition, permits are available to groups of any size which want to reserve an area to ensure exclusive use.
b. Picnic permits are issued based on the capacity of each site. Permits may be revoked for failure to adhere to stated capacity.
c. Picnic permits are issued for time blocks for all sites within in town parks for the following time periods: 5:00 am 3:00 pm; 4:00 pm 11:00 pm. If more than one block is needed, two time periods may be purchased.
d. Picnic permits are issued for an entire day for all sites within mountain parks, and within the existing curfew.
e. The four large shelter facilities in the mountain parks (Genesee Shelter, Newton Commissioner, Newton Juvenile and Newton Stromberg) require special assistance by park personnel for admission. Reservations for these sites will be taken for arrival after 9:00 am and arrival before 3:30 pm on weekdays; or for arrival by 11:30 am on Saturdays, Sundays or holidays. The permit holder must meet park personnel on site within 30 minutes of reservation time, with the permit in possession. Permit for these locations includes use of ballfields, electricity and running water. These sites are not available for use until late May and close the middle of September each year.
f. Some in town picnic sites are located near athletic fields. If you would like to reserve the field for use with your picnic, athletic field permits are also available for purchase.
g. Fires are permitted only in enclosed fireplaces or grills provided at picnic sites. Privately owned charcoal or gas grills may be used, provided the bottom of the fire pit is at least 12 inches from the ground. Grills are not allowed on picnic tables. All fires must be extinguished and coals cooled and disposed of before permit holders leave the area.
h. Except as noted above, electricity and water are not provided at any picnic site.
i. Fields are taken on an “as is” basis. In case of unplayable condition (weather, snow on field, sprinklers operating), fields must not be used, and permit holder should notify the permit office within three business days to obtain an additional permit at no charge. The original permit must be submitted to obtain a new permit.
j. In the event of an error or double permitting of a picnic site, the permit with the earliest date will have priority. When such an error occurs, the permittee who does not use the site will be issued an additional permit at no charge.
7. PARK USE PERMITS
a. City ordinance requires that all scheduled events occurring in parks must have a permit.
b. Fees vary according to location, facility requested, size, and impact. Fees are NOT refundable.
c. Reservations for a location or facility may be made by mail, fax or in person, but the permit must be paid for and obtained in person. All reservations must be confirmed by paying for and picking up the permit within a required number of days before the event, as established by the Permit Office. Failure to confirm the reservation by paying for and picking up the permit will result in the cancellation of the reservation.
d. All holders of Park Use Permits are required to carry liability insurance; amounts vary depending on nature of the event, and the certificate must list Denver Parks and Recreation as “an additional insured.” A copy of the insurance certificate must be presented according to the following schedule:
1. If the event is less than 30 calendar days from the application date, insurance certificate must be presented with payment.
2. If the event is more than 30 calendar days from the application date, insurance certificate is due 30 calendar days before the event.
e. A rain date reservation may be made when the event reservation is made. The rain date is held for an additional fee of 50% of the base permit charge. This fee is also non refundable.
f. Events involving posting of signs or banners must receive prior approval form the Permit Office. Signs may not be attached to trees, shrubs, vegetation, monuments or statues.
g. Items being sold at an event are required to receive prior approval from the Permit Office. If food is to be sold, permittee is responsible for obtaining the proper permits from Environmental Health (436-7330).
h. Events are monitored by Denver Parks and Recreation personnel for compliance with permit conditions and Departmental rules and regulations. Permits may be revoked or future permits denied for breach of rules and regulations, including non use of a site which has been permitted.
i. Denver’s off street pedestrian/bicycle paths are generally not available for events. Some exceptions are made based on a number of factors including size, structure and duration of event.
8. BOATING PERMITS
A permit is required to launch any boat on a Denver lake, and the permit sticker must be displayed at all times. Boating permits are issued at the Boat Ranger office at Sloan Lake, 25th and Wolff, from noon until dusk beginning April 1. Additional information is available in the Boating Handbook or by calling the Boat Ranger Office at 458 4840.
9. TENNIS COURTS
a. Tennis courts may be reserved for tournaments or league play.
b. Tennis courts are permitted in one hour blocks, with a one hour minimum.
c. Tennis courts are taken on an “as is” basis. In case of unplayable condition, courts must not be used, and permit holder should notify the permit office within three business days to obtain an additional permit at no charge.
d. In the event of an error or double permitting, the permit with the earliest date of issue will have priority. When such an error occurs, the permittee who does not use the court will be issued an additional permit at no charge.
10. VENDING PERMITS
a. Vending Permits for push carts and mobile vending vehicles are available by application for limited locations in selected parks and at selected athletic fields without concession stands.
b. The Manager of Parks and Recreation determines appropriate parks and locations for vending based on park usage and citizen demand for vending services.
c. Applications must include proof of licensure including, but not limited to, Sales Tax, Food Vending, Business License, Pushcart Vending and/or other licenses required to legally operate a vending business.
d. Applications must also include proof of insurance in the amounts of $100,000 property damage and $300,000 personal injury, with Denver Parks and Recreation listed as “additional insured.”
e. Vending Permit fees are charged by the month.
f. Permit Fees are established by City Ordinance and set out in Section 39 of the Revised Municipal Code.
B. PERMIT RULES AND REGULATIONS
This summary of important rules and regulations is an attachment to your permit and should remain attached to your permit at all times. By signing the permit, you have indicated you have read, understood and agreed to abide by these and other relevant City Ordinances and Park and Recreation Rules and Regulations.
1. City ordinance requires that all scheduled activities occurring in parks must have a permit. The permit must be in possession of the permit-holder at all times the site is in use.
2. Vehicles are allowed only on roads designated for vehicular travel and in established parking areas. You may not drive your vehicle on bicycle/pedestrian pathways, paths adjacent to canals, creeks or rivers, or across the grass at any time.
3. All parks are open to the public from 5 am until 11 pm. No activities are allowed in parks outside of these hours. Park curfew will not be waived for any group.
4. Beer is the only alcoholic beverage that may be consumed in any Denver park. It may not be served in glass containers of any kind.
5. Liquor including wine, wine coolers and champagne may not be given away, or consumed in any park or ballfield. No liquor of any kind including beer may be sold in Denver parks.
6. Permit-holders are responsible for restoring permitted area to its original condition before leaving. Clean-up and repair costs beyond normal wear and tear will be billed to permittee.
7. Glass bottles or containers are prohibited in all parks.
8. Amplified music or sound is permitted only in those areas designated by ordinance or specified on your permit.
9. Athletic fields and picnic sites are taken on an “as is” basis. In case of unusable conditions (weather, snow on an athletic field, sprinklers operating), sites must not be used, and permit-holder should notify the permit office, 964-2522, within three (3) business days to obtain an additional permit at no charge.
10. Permits are issued based on the capacity of each site. Permits may be revoked for failure to adhere to stated capacity.
11. Fires are permitted only in enclosed fireplaces or grills provided at picnic sites. Grills are generally not available at sites, however, privately-owned charcoal or gas grills may be used, provided the bottom of the fire pit is at least 12 inches from the ground. Grills are not allowed on picnic tables. All fires must be extinguished and coals cooled and disposed of before the permit-holder leaves the area.
12. Permit-holders wanting to use canopies must obtain prior approval from the permit office and/or the park superintendent. Any tent type structure (having side panels) is prohibited.
13. Use of dunk tanks, moon walks, air castles, hot air balloons, helicopters, carnivals, and other like items is prohibited in all Denver parks.
14. Ice, grease and other waste must be properly disposed of. These materials damage grass and other vegetation and may not be left on grass or in flower beds.
15. Permit-holders agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City and County of Denver against any and all damages to property or injury to, or death of any person, including property or employees of the City and County of Denver from any and all claims, demands, suit actions, or proceedings of any kind or nature in relation to permits.
16. Permit-holders who have questions concerning restroom facilities should contact the park superintendent. His/Her name appears on the permit.
17. Roping, blocking off, or in any way restricting access to any park area including bike/pedestrian pathways is prohibited.
18. It is prohibited to attach signs/banners to any park fixture (including buildings, monuments, fences), trees, or shrubs.
C. PERMIT POLICIES AND EVENT GUIDELINES
By signing a permit, the permit-holder agrees to abide by these and other relevant City Ordinances and Park and Recreation Rules and Regulations.
1. General Guidelines
a. City ordinance requires that all scheduled activities occurring in parks must have a permit. The permit must be in possession of the permit-holder at all times the site is in use.
b. All parks are open to the public from 5:00 am till 11:00 pm. Scheduled events, including set-up and break-down, must occur within these hours.
c. Permit-holders are required to show proof of liability insurance in the amounts of at least $100,000 property damage and $300,000 personal injury. Certificate must include Denver Parks and Recreation as additionally insured. Permit-holders agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City and County of Denver against any damages to property or injury to any person, including employees of the City and County of Denver from any and all claims, demands, suit, actions, or proceedings or any kind or nature in relation to issued permits.
d. Vehicles are allowed only on designated roadways and established parking areas. Vehicles may not travel on bicycle/pedestrian pathways or across the grass at any time.
2. Alcoholic Beverages:
a. Beer is the only alcoholic beverage that may be consumed in any Denver park. It may not be served in glass containers of any kind.
b. Liquor including wine and champagne may not be given away, or consumed in any park or ballfield. No liquor of any kind including beer may be sold in Denver parks, except where permitted by concession agreement.
c. Glass containers are prohibited in all Denver parks and may not be used at any time to serve beverages or food.
3. Sound Usage (amplified and non amplified):
a. Amplified sound or music is permitted only in those areas designated by ordinance or specified on your permit.
b. Amplified sound is permitted between 8:00 am and 9:00 pm, for two hours or less, as approved by Denver Parks and Recreation. Sound system must be positioned in such a way that the sound travels to the interior of the park with the volume kept to the minimum which allows event participants to hear.
c. Testing of sound equipment prior to 7:30 am is prohibited.
4. All event organizers are required to contact the park superintendent not less than one (1) week prior to event to discuss set up plans. His/Her number will be listed on the permit.
5. Roping, blocking off, or in any way restricting access to any park area or facility is prohibited.
6. It is unlawful to charge admission to any activity or facility held within a park.
7. Blocking of bike/pedestrian pathways within a park is prohibited.
8. No in-line (roller blade) or roller skating events will be permitted in any Denver park.
9. Prohibited Activities: air castles, carnivals, dunk tanks, golf (allowed only at designated golf courses), hot air balloons, model boats, moon walks, petting zoos, and pony rides. Activities may vary as deemed by the Parks and Recreation Department.
10. Permits are required and are issued on a limited basis for use of the following bike and pedestrian pathways: Cherry Creek, Highline Canal, and Platte River Trail.
11. A logistical diagram is required before an event receives final approval and before a permit will be issued. All foot races and walkathons, must also submit a course map to be approved by the Permit Program Administrator. For your convenience, maps are available in the permit office. If you release your event publicity prior to receiving final approval, you do so at your own risk.
12. Events with an estimated attendance of 3,000 or more must complete “Major Event Provisions.” Provision guidelines are available at the permit office.
13. If your event involves food that is not commercially pre-packaged, you must obtain appropriate approvals from Health and Hospitals Environmental Health Service at 605 Bannock Street. The phone number is 436-7330.
14. Each event is responsible for providing an adequate number of portable toilets, trash receptacles and barricades where needed. The permit administrator and park superintendent will work with you to ensure proper location.
15. Ice, grease, and other waste must be properly disposed of. These materials damage grass and other vegetation and may not be left on grass or in flower beds.
16. All flower beds, trees and shrubs designated by the Park Superintendent must be properly protected. Permit-holder is responsible for ensuring that all buildings, monuments, and statues are not damaged in any way.
17. It is prohibited to attach signs/banners to any park fixture (including buildings, monuments, fences) trees, or shrubs.
18. At least one (1) uniformed Denver Police Officer is required for events of 1,000 or more. Additional officers may be required as deemed by Parks and Recreation.
19. Roadways that are normally closed to vehicles may not be opened and used for event parking.
20. Following each event, the park must be reopened and restored to its original state (bollards replaced, barricades moved, gates opened, event equipment and trash removed from park).
21. A park permit is required for all commercial still life or video filming and local media filming, that is non daily news related, held within any park.
22. Roadway Events:
a. All foot races and walkathons, are required to submit a course map to be approved by the Permit Program Administrator. For your convenience, maps are available in the permit office. If you release your event publicity prior to receiving final approval, you do so at your own risk.
b. All roadway events must provide “Event in Progress” signs posted at designated areas on the roadway and at park entrances. Signs should be at least 2 ft. x 3 ft.
c. All roadway events are required to provide course marshals located throughout the course.
d. Lead vehicles which are loud or produce a high pitched sound will not be allowed. You are encouraged to use a bicycle or other quiet vehicle.
e. Foot races and walkathons may only use hard surfaces for the course. They may not start and finish on grass areas.
f. If the “event” plans to use streets surrounding any park, Denver Parks and Recreation advises you to notify the neighbors prior to the event. Fliers with specifics help eliminate surprises and foster good relations.
23. Additional Guidelines For City Park:
a. The Esplanade (just west of East High School) is part of City Park. Park Use Permits must be obtained in order to use this area.
b. Events that would like to use East High School parking lots, should contact the Denver Public Schools Administration Office, 900 Grant, at 764-3352.
c. Event organizers should contact the Denver Zoo, marketing department–331-4100, and the Museum of Natural History, security–370-6343, before finalizing event plans. This will eliminate any concerns these facilities may have.
d. Parking lots of the Denver Zoo and the Museum of Natural History may not be used in conjunction with activities not related to those facilities unless approval has been granted prior to event.
e. Roadways impacting zoo and museum parking must be open by 9:30 am.
f. City Park is busy. Other events may be occurring in adjacent areas simultaneous with your event. Park users should be courteous to each other and avoid disruption of other events.
g. No in-line (roller blade) or roller skating events will be permitted in any Denver park.
h. City Park is the only park where bicycling events may take place.
i. The band shell is a designated site for amplified sound and use is permitted between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm. Pre-event testing of sound equipment before 7:30 am is prohibited. Amplified sound in other locations is permitted for two hours or less. Your sound system must be positioned in such a way that the sound travels to the interior of the park with the volume kept to the minimum which allows event participants to hear.
j. Electricity is available for $25 per four (4) hours. Outlets are located at the band shell.
24. Additional Guidelines For Washington Park:
a. In order to provide balance between scheduled and casual use of the park, from May 1, through October 1, no permits will be issued for Washington Park one weekend per month (5:00 am Saturday through 5:00 pm Sunday), with the exception of picnic permits. These dates will change for each calendar year.
b. Parking in the area is very limited. Arrange with South High School to use their parking lots and encourage your participants to park at that location.
c. No bicycle or in-line skating (roller blading) events will be permitted in Washington Park.
d. Sound of any kind is only allowed until 9:00 pm at the Pavilion (boat house).
e. Only one event involving 500 or more people will be permitted per weekend.
f. Events involving fewer than 1000 people, may begin and end at any roadway location.
g. Foot Races, Walkathons, Marches, etc. involving 1000 to 2500 people, may begin at any roadway location, but must finish on the diagonal. Participants may not expand on to the grass for the start.
h. Roadway events involving more than 2500 people, must start either on the diagonal or outside the park and end on the diagonal. Event course must leave the park to avoid participants overlapping each other.
i. Electricity is available for $25 per four (4) hours. Outlets are located on the diagonal.
j. The picnic site near the diagonal (Site #3) will not be permitted for picnics on weekends between May 1 and October 1. That location is available for event set up if needed.
D. PARK USE PERMITS – MAJOR EVENT PROVISIONS
The following provisions apply to all Park Use Permits for major events. The provisions have been developed to protect the park resources from extensive damage, and, therefore, to minimize repair work for which the permittee is responsible.
1. All of the following materials are due to the Permit Program Administrator not later than one week prior to the event. Failure to supply all materials by that date will result in revocation of permit and cancellation of the event.
a. A site plan detailing event configuration and location of facilities. This plan must be reviewed by the Deputy Manager of Parks and/or Assistant Director of Infrastructure Management, the Park Superintendent, and the Permit Program Administrator prior to final approval of the event.
b. Copy of contract or letter of agreement from a private vendor for trash and litter removal services. Litter must be removed regularly, at least every four hours during the event. All trash in containers must be completely removed at the end of each day. Location of dumpsters and roll-offs require approval by Park Superintendent.
c. Copy of contract or letter of agreement from private vendor for the delivery, cleaning, and removal of portable toilets. The vendor shall determine the number of portable toilets, including those which are accessible by people with disabilities, needed for the size of the event. Contract must specify toilets must be cleaned at the end of each day. Park Superintendent must approve location of toilets.
2. A pre-event walk-through must be scheduled by the permittee at least one week prior to the event. The Deputy Manager of Parks and/or Assistant Director of Infrastructure Management, Park Superintendent and Permit Program Administrator will represent Denver Parks and Recreation at the pre-event walk through. Failure to schedule the pre-event walk-through will result in revocation of permit and cancellation of the event.
3. It is the responsibility of the permittee to coordinate and obtain: 220 volt electricity, medical services, police security, street clean-up, and other services from the appropriate agencies.
4. Services to be provided by Denver Parks and Recreation personnel, such as water service, 110 volt electricity, canopy staking and set-up locations must be coordinated with the Park Superintendent and the Permit Program Administrator.
5. Use of the Department’s Show Wagon and Band Wagon is available through the Permitting Office. Separate fees and permits apply.
6. All flower beds and trees and shrubs designated by the Park Superintendent must be properly protected. The permittee is responsible for ensuring that all buildings, monuments, and statues are not damaged in any way or used as supports for signs and banners.
7. Driving on turf or pathways is prohibited unless otherwise directed by the Park Superintendent or the Deputy Manager of Parks.
8. Irrigation systems are fragile and expensive to repair. Permittee is responsible for ensuring that no damage to irrigation systems occurs.
9. Food vendors are permitted only on paved areas. The location of vendors will be determined by the Park Superintendent.
10. Solid or liquid food should not be put into storm drainage basins, and ice must not be put on the turf. Vendors found in violation of this provision will have their operations shut down immediately.
11. A post-event walk-through will occur with the permittee two days following end of the event. Following the final walk-through, a check list of restoration responsibilities will be developed by Denver Parks and Recreation, including, but not limited to: restoration of grass areas, litter pickup, power washing of paved areas, turf aeration, restoration of structural damage, and restoration of plant material. Restoration work must be completed by the permittee, or contractor within 10 days of the post-event walk-through. Failure to comply will result in the Department performing the work and billing the permittee.
Section XIII
Rules and Regulations PROVISIONS FOR USAGE OF BIKE/PEDESTRIAN PATHWAYS
Department of Parks and Recreation
City and County of Denver, Colorado
The request for usage of Denver bike/pedestrian pathways has increased rapidly over the last year. In our effort to balance non permitted use with permitted use, the following provisions have been designed and will apply to permitted usage of all pathways:
1. BICYCLE AND ROLLERSKATING EVENTS
a. Bicycle and/or rollerskating (roller blades) races prohibited at all times.
b. Bike tours welcomed and must travel no more than one abreast.
2. WALKATHONS AND RUNNING EVENTS
a. Permitted usage up to but not exceeding 5000 people.
b. Events may not start or finish on pathways.
c. Minimum distance that an event may start or finish from a pathway is at least 100 yards (one block).
d. All set up requirements must take place away from pathways with participants entering and exiting paths.
e. Staggered Start for events of 300 or greater (limited number of participants starting at one time). Note: If start line is more than 200 yards (approximately two blocks) from pathway, a staggered start is not required.
1. Staggered Start requirements:
a. Running: A minimum of one and one half minutes between each start per 100.
b. Walkathons: A minimum of one and one half minutes between each start per 100 with at least two minutes between every third start.
f. Course marshals required every 300 yards along route.
g. “Event in Progress” signs positioned along entire route (approximately one every mile). Signs must be at least 18″ x 24″ in size.
h. Aid stations must be positioned off the pathways.
i. No vehicles allowed at any time on paths except for emergency and/or park personnel.
j. Usage of paths must be completed by 11:00 am.
k. At no time may an event completely close off pathways and prohibit others from using paths.
Note: Permitted usage of pathways during “High Season,” June 1 – September 1, is currently under review.
Section XIV
Rules and Regulations WASHINGTON PARK ROADWAY POLICIES
Department of Parks and Recreation
City and County of Denver, Colorado
A. LANE USAGE
1. In The Bike Lane:
a. recreational and training cyclists
b. wheelchair athletes
2. In The Pedestrian Lane:
a. walkers
b. runners
c. strollers
d. leashed dogs
e. roller skates
f. roller blades (in-line skates)
B. RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Bike lane users move counterclockwise.
2. Pedestrian lane users move facing those in bike lane.
3. Slow users keep to the right in their respective lanes.
4. Watch for directional signs on the roadway pavement.
5. Politely announce your intention to pass.
6. Pass on the left.
7. Whatever your activity move single file or no more than two abreast.
8. Stay alert. Know where you are in relation to others.
9. Do not straddle the double yellow line.
10. Do not cross the double yellow line, be especially careful on curves.
11. Cyclists, learn where the crosswalks and caution zones are and yield to pedestrians.
12. Speed limit for all vehicles in the park is 20 mph.
13. 15 mph is the recommended speed in caution zones.
14. During peak times, if it’s appropriate for your activity, use a park path rather than the roadway. Peak times are weekdays, 5-7 pm.
15. To accommodate the increased volume of activity on the roadway, much of the roadway is closed to motor vehicles. Nevertheless, motor vehicle access is still very important for some park users, especially the elderly and handicapped. Where the roadway is open, parking is limited to one side. Observe the signs.
16. Except where marked otherwise, parking is available on both sides of Louisiana. Cyclists, runners, and other fit individuals are encouraged to park across Louisiana in the South High School parking lot.
17. When you observe unlawful or reckless behavior or are involved in an accident within the park, please report it as soon as possible. Phones are located at the recreation center, the pavilion, the tennis courts, and in the maintenance buildings. In case of emergency, there is a fire station in the northeast corner of the park at the intersection of Virginia and Franklin.
18. Pets must be leashed at all times and animal wastes must be cleaned up and removed from the park.
Section XV
Rules and Regulations MILE HIGH STADIUM
Department of Parks and Recreation
City and County of Denver, Colorado
1. ALCOHOL POLICY
The Mile High Stadium contracted concessionaire has the exclusive State of Colorado liquor license to sell, dispense and serve alcoholic beverages on the premises at Mile High Stadium. Alcoholic beverage may not be brought onto the Stadium premises, except by the Stadium’s concessionaire.
a. I.D. REQUIREMENT:
All patrons appearing to be 40 years of age or younger.
b. SERVICE LIMIT:
Two (2) alcoholic beverages per patron per transaction; however, some events may have a 1 beverage limit).
c. ALCOHOL SERVICE:
Discontinued at the following times for the following events:
FOOTBALL: Beginning of the 4th quarter.
BASEBALL: End of the 7th inning.
SPECIAL EVENT: Upon management/concessionaire’s discretion. However, not less than one hour prior to the scheduled conclusion of the event.
2. BOOKING POLICY
a. The booking of a tentative date for use of Mile High Stadium does not constitute a contractual obligation of either the prospective User or the Stadium. The tentative booking is not considered a confirmed date until a Rental Agreement has been approved by the City.
b. Long term tenants of Mile High Stadium shall receive first consideration for specific dates. However, the Manager of Parks and Recreation shall have final authority for determination of any and all dates for Stadium use.
c. The Stadium Director shall honor valid tentative dates while negotiating with another prospective Tenant for the use of the Stadium. In the event this second prospective Tenant is unable to complete arrangements with his/her artist or who on open dates, and is only able to do so by utilizing an existing tentative date, and further, is prepared to enter into a rental Agreement for the Stadium, and to make the prescribed cash deposit immediately, then the Director shall contact the holder of the tentative date and inform him/her of the situation. The holder of the tentative date shall be requested to release the date, or complete his/her arrangements within 48 hours, and be prepared to enter into a Rental Agreement, and make the prescribed deposit to finalize the booking of the Stadium for the date in question. If the holder of the tentative date is not prepared to conclude a Rental Agreement, then the date shall be considered lost to the holder, and shall be awarded to the second prospective Tenant.
3. BANNERS/SIGNAGE
Banners/Signage may be displayed at Mile High Stadium under the following guidelines:
a. Must be in good taste – not offensive.
b. Must not obstruct the view of any other patron.
c. No commercial messages, must not conflict with existing advertising.
d. Must not use adhesive tape to secure.
e. Must be removed after each event.
f. Must be removed from area if requested by umpire or referee, or stadium management.
g. Must not be within 30 ft. of any Stadium advertising.
h. Restrictions of the National FootBall, National Baseball League, or Stadium users and their policies regarding banners/signage must be adhered to.
4. PROMOTIONAL AND CAMPAIGN ACTIVITIES
Individuals may not block streets or parking lot entrances/exits during events times and may not park cars or other vehicles illegally in Sports Complex lots during events. Campaign activities, including distribution of campaign materials must be confined to public sidewalks. Also, the following promotional or campaign activities are prohibited on Stadium premises:
a. Banners.
b. Bumper stickers applied to any City property.
c. Signs on any City property including fences, light poles and traffic signs or signals.
d. Advertising signs within the Stadium gates.
e. Placing campaign materials on windshields of vehicles parked in Sports Complex parking lots.
f. Sale or distribution of food or beverages.
In addition to observing the above restrictions, campaigners in the Stadium area during events must:
a. Clean up promotional or campaign literature dropped by stadium patrons.
b. Not distribute literature or other items at the ticket gates so as to impede the flow of pedestrian traffic into or out of the Stadium.
c. Not distribute bumper stickers on site.
5. CAMPING
No overnight parking or camping is permitted on Stadium property unless permission is granted by the Stadium Manager.
6. DEMONSTRATIONS/PETITIONS/FUND RAISING/HANDBILLS
Demonstrations, petition gathering, and fund raising activities are restricted to public sidewalks and those public areas not under the direct control of Mile High Stadium and are strictly prohibited on stadium premises and parking lots.
7. FESTIVAL SEATING
Festival seating is prohibited at Mile High Stadium.
8. FIREWORKS
Fireworks displays are limited to two (2) events per year. Traditional events will have priority for those events.
9. FOOD AND BEVERAGE CONCESSIONS AND CATERING
The Stadium’s concessionaire provides all food and beverage services at Mile High Stadium under an exclusive contract. Outside catering must be approved, in advance, by Concession Manager.
10. HANDICAP SEATING POLICY
The following areas shall be reserved for use by handicap individuals and their companions. Users shall cooperate with the Stadium in accessibility requirements set forth in the Americans With Disabilities Act. User shall, subject to review and approval of the Stadium Manager, provide for an adequate number of wheelchair and other handicap assessable seating areas within any field seating manifest. User shall inform ticket buyers of the availability of accessible seating as described below:
Section 105, Row 42, Approx. 15 wheelchairs and/or companion seats
Section 106, Row 42, Approx. 15 wheelchairs and/or companion seats
Section 110, Row 42, Approx. 6 wheelchairs and/or companion seats
Section 111, Row 42, Approx. 13 wheelchairs and/or companion seats
Section 113, Row 42, Approx. 12 wheelchairs and/or companion seats
Section 117, Row 42, Approx. 15 wheelchairs and/or companion seats
Section 119, Row 42, Approx. 15 wheelchairs and/or companion seats
Section 123, Row 42, Approx. 6 wheelchairs and/or companion seats
Section 136, Rows 39-44 Approx. 12 wheelchairs and/or companion seats
11. HUCKSTERING
a. Huckstering is prohibited on all Mile High Stadium Premises unless authorized in writing by the Stadium Manager. For the purpose of this prohibition, Stadium premises is defined as; all area in the parking lots, sidewalks, walkways, and roadways within the perimeter bounded by 20th Avenue, 17th Avenue, Bryant Street, and Eliot Street.
b. For events at Mile High which require use of expanded parking space the balance of the Sports Complex parking lots shall be considered Mile High Stadium premises.
12. LABOR DISPUTES/PICKETING
Picketing at Mile High Stadium as a result of labor disputes is authorized under the following conditions:
a. No member of an organization shall be admitted within the Stadium gates unless they have an admission ticket for an event in progress. Picketing with interior concourses and seating areas of the Stadium is prohibited by the Stadium. Violators will be ejected.
b. Picketing is restricted to entry gate of affected work unit(s) only.
c. No member of an organization shall interfere in any way with the general public. Should a person being offered printed material declines to accept same, no further effort shall be made toward that person.
d. No littering activity shall be caused by any member of an organization. All signage shall be hand carried at all times and none will be permitted to be placed on the ground or affixed to any building, fence, sign, or similar structure. All material carried onto the premises shall be removed when daily activity is completed.
13. BOX SEATS
Second level enclosed (loge) boxes (with the exception of Boxes 211-219 and 276) are available for ticketing subject to some restrictions. The “Skyboxes”, at the top of the west stands, are available only to lease holders of the Denver Broncos.
14. PASS-OUT POLICY
a. BRONCO GAMES ONLY
The Denver Broncos allow pass-out at the following locations only. Fans may re-enter with a “pass-out” ticket, subject to other Stadium policies.
Gate 3 – west side behind Section 106
Gate 6 – north end behind Section 117
Gate 10- southwest behind south stands
b. OTHER EVENTS
Mile High Stadium prohibits exit (pass-out) after entering the Stadium. Fans who leave the Stadium prior to the end of any event may not re-enter on a ticket stub. No “pass-out” will be granted for any reason.
15. PASSES/I.D. BADGES
Passes and/or identification badges are required of contractors and their employers performing work at the Stadium, visitor and staff. Stadium security will restrict access to the Stadium to authorized personnel only.
The only exceptions are:
a. Normal daily visitors are permitted, except during events or maintenance/construction activities, to observe the Stadium from the south stands (visible from Security Post 2).
b. Second level box holders, who have been issued a “Work Order Permit”.
c. City agency employees carrying out official duties will sign in on their original entrance only each day.
16. PROHIBITED ITEMS: Major League Baseball Events:
The following items are prohibited from being brought into Mile High Stadium:
a. Alcoholic beverages.
b. Disposable containers, including cans and bottles (plastic and glass).
c. Coolers or other hard surface containers (except 2 quart or smaller thermos bottles).
d. “Bota bags” (wine skins).
e. Fireworks.
f. Firearms.
g. Sticks, bats, clubs (including signs attached to sticks).
h. Animals (except seeing eye dogs).
i. Confetti.
17. PERMITTED ITEMS (WITH RESTRICTIONS): Major League Baseball Events.
The following items may be brought into Mile High Stadium, subject to the noted restrictions:
a. “Thermos” type beverage containers (2 quart or smaller in size).
b. Cloth bags, soft packs, backpacks (must fit under seat).
c. Fruit (must be sliced or quartered).
d. Photographic and hand-held video cameras for personal use may be brought into the Stadium, provided game action is not recorded.
e. Binoculars.
f. Seat cushions.
g. Umbrellas (must be compact fold-up type – no sharp points. Must be respectful of others, not to impair their vision).
18. PROHIBITED ITEMS: Athletic Events excepting Major League Baseball
The following items are prohibited from being brought into Mile High Stadium:
a. Alcoholic beverages.
b. Disposable containers, including cans and bottles (glass and plastic).
c. “Bota bags” (wine skins)
d. Fireworks.
e. Firearms.
f. Sticks, bats, clubs (including signs/flags attached to sticks).
g. Bullhorns.
h. Animals.
i. Confetti.
19. PERMITTED ITEMS (WITH RESTRICTIONS): Athletic Events, excepting Major League Baseball.
The following items may be brought into Mile High Stadium, subject to the noted restrictions:
a. “Thermos” type beverage containers (two quart or smaller size ).
b. Cloth bags, soft packs, backpacks (must fit under seat). No frame packs.
c. Hand held cameras (no tripods or power packs; camera and recording devices are permitted at athletic events except Colorado Rockies events and also prohibited for concerts.
d. Binoculars.
e. Seat cushions.
f. Fruits (must be sliced or quartered).
All of the above permitted items will be subjected to inspection. Such inspections will be available at a limited number of gates.
20. PROHIBITED ITEMS: Concerts, Musical and other events.
The following items are prohibited from being brought into Mile High Stadium:
a. Alcoholic beverages.
b. Disposable containers, including cans and bottles (glass and plastic).
c. Hard surface coolers.
d. “Bota bags” (wine skins)
e. Fireworks.
f. Firearms.
g. Sticks, bats, clubs (including signs/flags attached to sticks).
h. Bullhorns.
i. Animals (except seeing eye dogs).
j. Confetti.
k. Cameras and recording devices.
21. PERMITTED ITEMS (WITH RESTRICTIONS): Concerts, Musical and other events.
The following items may be brought into Mile High Stadium, subject to the noted restrictions:
a. “Thermos” type beverage containers (two quart or smaller in size).
b. Cloth bags, soft packs, backpacks (must fit under seat). No frame packs.
c. Binoculars.
d. Seat cushions.
e. Fruits (must be sliced or quartered).
All of the above permitted items will be subjected to inspection. Such inspections will be available at a limited number of gates.
22. REVOCABLE PERMITS
Revocable permits are issued for use of any and all areas of Mile High Stadium, including parking areas of the Sports Complex. The permittee using the area(s), such as locker room(s), pressboxes, parking lots, is subject to the following conditions:
a. If security is required, the permittee shall assume the responsibility for arrangements and costs.
b. At termination of permitted use, the Stadium and/or Sports Complex parking area(s) shall be restored to its original condition. Cleanup, repair beyond normal wear and tear, and removal of equipment and/or vehicles will be billed to Permittee based on cost of service.
c. No canopies or tents are to be erected unless authorized in writing by Stadium Manager and evidence of required City permits is provided.
d. No vehicles are permitted outside established parking area(s) without prior approval.
e. No signage is permitted unless authorized in writing by the Stadium Manager.
f. The Permittee agrees to indemnify, defend, and save harmless the City and County of Denver against any and all damages to property or injury to, or death of any person including property or employees of the City County of Denver, from any and all claims, demands, suit actions, or proceedings of any kind or nature in relation to this Permit. Stadium Manager reserves the right to require evidence of insurance coverage for any and all uses.
23. TAILGATING/OVERSIZED VEHICLE PARKING
a. Football
1. Tailgating will be permitted in all lots.
2. Recreational vehicles are allowed in lot “F” only.
3. Buses are allowed in lot “E” only.
b. Baseball and all other events .
1. Tailgating will be permitted in lots “H” and “P” only.
2. Recreational vehicles are allowed in lot “P” only.
3. Buses are allowed in lot “E” only.
In all cases, charcoal grills are permitted, however, grill must be a minimum of 12 inches off parking lot surface (no grass areas). After use, coals shall be thoroughly extinguished with water and cooled, then disposed of off-site. All trash must be removed from the premises. One parking space per vehicle only.
24. THROWING OF OBJECTS
Throwing of any objects onto the playing field, or within any seating area of the Stadium, or at any person is prohibited. Persons found violating these rules will be ejected from the Stadium.
25. TOUR BUSES
Unless a pre-arranged tour of Mile High Stadium has been made, access to the Stadium premises will be prohibited to tour buses.
26. WORK ORDER PERMIT
A Work Order Permit is issued for work to be done in private boxes by the Stadium Administration Office, and is good for one day only. If Building Permits are required for any work in the boxes, that permit is to be provided the Stadium Administration Office. A copy of the Work Order is to be hand delivered to Security Post 1 (Section 101) to gain entrance to a private box. The original copy is held with the Stadium Administration.
All sections of the Revised Municipal Code pertinent to proper conduct of this activity shall be enforced by Manager’s agent and shall include Section II of the Department Rules and Regulations. (Section 39 20 (a) and Section 39 20 (b) RMC)