Use of Buildings

In accordance with the law, buildings may be used for free discussion of public questions and subjects of general public interest, for the meeting of organizations of citizens and for such other civic, social and educational purposes as will not interfere with the use of the building for school purposes. No part of the building is to be used without permission being granted by the Superintendent/designee.

Applications for Use

Applications for the use of the premises shall be made in writing and shall state the date and purpose of the use, and, if an admission charge is to be made, the purpose of raising said funds and such other information as the Board or the Superintendent may require. Organizations or groups which may be granted use of certain rooms for regular meeting purposes shall not use other rooms in the building to hold meetings or entertainment on other than the regular meeting night unless written application is made for the use of same as provided above.

Any cancellation of reserved dates must be made in writing at least twenty-four hours before the date on which meetings are scheduled. The Board reserves the right to cancel any arrangements for use of buildings upon due notice in advance.

Rental Charges

The District will not charge a rental fee for the use of school facilities. However, community groups granted use of school facilities will be charged for any cost incurred by the District for any required custodial support, set-up or clean-up costs that the District would not otherwise incur.

When the buildings are utilized on Saturday or Sunday, an additional charge may be required. Payment arrangements may be made with the Superintendent/designee.

Prohibitions

1. Special permission must be received to serve meals.

2. The sale, consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages shall not be permitted on School District premises at any time. Nor shall any person who is in a drunken or intoxicated condition, or who is under the influence of liquor, be permitted on School District premises. The person in charge of the meeting will be held responsible for the enforcement of this rule.

3. The District is not liable for any damage, injury or breakage occurring in any building or grounds on account of the activities of an organization using it as a meeting place, and all such costs incurred shall be paid for by the organization.

4. No use of equipment shall be granted unless an instructor or attendant, approved by the Board, is in   charge of the rooms or equipment.

5. Smoking is not permitted in any school building.

6. The use of profane language or gambling in any form is not permitted in any school building.