CITY OF HUDSONVILLE
PARK USE POLICY AND REGULATIONS
Policy Statement:
The City Commission recognizes the benefit of granting permission to individuals and recognized groups/organizations for the use of city facilities, and may grant such approval upon the submission of a written application. The City Commission believes that such use of any city facilities shall not interfere with the daily routine of any city activity or operation. Facility use will be governed by Commission policy and administered by the City Clerk's office. The Commission further recognizes that a fee is appropriate in most circumstances, particularly so as to recover the City's cost to provide and/or maintain the various facilities.
The following regulations relate to the use of City facilities. All requests must be requested to the City Clerk's office with respect to park facilities and approved by the City Manager. The City Manager has the sole discretion to approve/disapprove the use based on the best interests of the City of Hudsonville.
Please examine these regulations before completing an application.
Download Application for:
Hughes Park
General Agreement:
All applicants must:
A. Guarantee orderly behavior while using the facility. Use of alcoholic beverages is prohibited at
all City facilities.
B. In the case of City parks, observe all Park Rules and Regulations.
C. Underwrite any damage due to their use of the facility and agree to make prompt restitution.
D. Ensure that their activity is lawful and in conformity with regulations of the City.
Applicant Eligibility:
Responsibility for the use of the facilities in observance of regulations shall rest upon the adult applicant (18 years of age or older) who signs the application of reservation. If the applicant represents an organization, the applicant is responsible in an official capacity. If the applicant represents a group of individuals, the applicant is personally responsible.
Facilities Available for Reserved Use:
1. Hughes Park
2. Veteran’s Park
3. Hillside Park
4. Sunrise Park
All other parks are not available by reservation.
Application:
A. A written application shall be required, on a form issued by the City.
B. Approved applications are not transferable.
C. Rental fees plus deposit shall be paid upon submission of the rental application.
D. No application will be accepted prior to January 1 for the year of reservation for the parks.
Cancellation of Use:
A reservation may be canceled up to fourteen (14) days prior to reservation, with return of the rental fee and deposit less a $10.00 administration charge.
Guidelines and Regulations:
A. Hughes Park Commons Building, Pavilion A and Sections B or C:
The building/sections may be rented from May 1 to October 15, except for Monday holidays.
The building has table seating for approximately 100 persons, as well as a fireplace, refrigerator, microwave, counter, sink, and three tiered grill located just outside the shelter house door. There are numerous electrical outlets available (none outside the building). Equipment for the basketball and volleyball courts, and the horseshoe pits, are in the locked box in the Commons Building. Not included in the rental are other park amenities, including basketball and tennis courts, playground equipment, and other grills.
Various softball diamonds at the park are used by Hudsonville Community Education and Hudsonville Little League for organized softball programs. The City does not schedule the ball diamonds; however, if use of a ball diamond is desired, you may call to confirm whether or not the fields are already scheduled to be used on your requested date. If not, the diamonds are available on a "FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED" City policy basis.
Tables scattered throughout the park may be used, but must be returned to their original location. Renter is responsible for basic cleanup before leaving. This includes placing all trash in barrels provided and general cleanup of the floor and counter. The Park closes at ll:00 PM.
A key to the Commons Building must be picked up on the day of rental only, unless reservation is for Saturday. The key must be picked up on Friday. The key must be returned to City Hall the next business day and the building returned to its original position before the deposit will be issued.
If there are problems with the building, i.e. lock on the commons building not working, a bathroom toilet clogged, electrical problems, please call the Ottawa County Central Dispatch Non-Emergency Police Services number 1-800-249-0911.
B. Veteran’s Park
No activities after sunset are allowed with the rental of Veteran’s Park.
No banners on wall or statues.
No stakes advertising a week in advance.
No seating or sound system provided.
C. Hillside Park Pavilion
The pavilion may be rented from May 1 to October 15, except for Monday holidays.
Tables scattered throughout the park may be used, but must be returned to their original location. Renter is responsible for basic cleanup before leaving. This includes placing all trash in barrels provided and general cleanup of the tables and floor. The Park closes at ll:00 PM.
Rental Fees:
- Commons Building – Residents $100.00 $100.00 deposit
- Commons Building – Non-Residents $120.00 $120.00 deposit
- Pavilion A – Residents $50.00 $50.00 deposit
- Pavilion A – Non-Residents $70.00 $70.00 deposit
- Sections B, or C – Residents $20.00 $20.00 deposit
- Sections B, or C – Non-Residents $30.00 $30.00 deposit
2. Veteran’s Park:
- Resident $50.00 $50.00 deposit
- Non-resident $100.00 $100.00 deposit
3. Hillside Park Pavilion & Sunrise Park Pavilion:
- Resident $40.00 $40.00 deposit
- Non-resident $60.00 $60.00 deposit
Exceptions: Local non-profit organizations or groups which routinely and regularly provide financial or other support to the City of Hudsonville may be exempted from room rental fees, as approved by the City Manager.