Use Agreement

Richfield Joint Recreation District
Richfield Heritage Preserve
Use Agreement
P.O. Box 246, 4374 Broadview Road, Richfield, Ohio 44286

Please read the following carefully before completing the Reservation Application. For additional information or assistance, please email thelodge@rjrd.org.

Special Event/Activity Use Procedures

A permit must be obtained to conduct a special group event or activity in the "Property". Requests are accepted eighteen (18) months in advance for Events, The Lodge, and Special Use Permits. Reservation requests are accepted up to 21 days in advance for Open-air Shelters and Camping. See Definition of Public Assembly in the Rules and Regulations.
Special event/activity use requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Requirements will vary depending on size and scope of the event, date, time, location, etc. A permit fee and insurance may be required. The permit fee will vary depending on the event/activity and is nonrefundable.
If proof of insurance is required, a copy of the insurance certificate with the following coverage must be on file with the Richfield Joint Recreation District two (2) weeks prior to the event/activity. The insurance coverage required is:

Bodily Injury $1,000,000 (minimum)
Property Damage $500,000 (minimum)
Richfield Joint Recreation District named Additional Insured with the name and date(s) of the event/activity included

General Rules for Use

All rules and regulations of Richfield Joint Recreation District, including but not limited to those specified in this permit, must be strictly observed at all times. Please read the following carefully. Any questions should be directed to the Richfield Joint Recreation District Administrator by phone at 330-888-0511.

By completing and signing the agreement, the applicant confirms the acknowledgement of the complete set of
Rules and Regulations for the RJRD District property.

The Applicant will be held liable and responsible for any damage done to the Richfield Joint Recreation District Property, Buildings, Areas, Structures and/or the Reserved Area
No person shall possess, use or offer for sale beer or any other alcoholic beverage within the Park. This section does not apply to alcoholic beverages used, consumed or possessed on designated premises for which a permit has been issued by the RJRD Board, and provided such use, consumption or possession is in accordance with the specifications and restrictions of such permit and of any permit required from the State of Ohio, Department of Commerce-Division of Liquor Control.
"PACK-IN AND PACK-OUT" ONLY - All debris must be removed and the area restored to its original condition at the end of the event.

Removal of Display and Décor - All trash, refuse, or other items brought to the Park or produced by Applicant must be placed in the provided waste containers or dumpsters or removed from the Park by Applicant immediately after the Event. The details regarding displays and décor are required to be included in the application. Applicant must obtain approval of the hanging devices for displays and décor.
If Applicant fails to immediately remove said items, the Richfield Joint Recreation District may do what is reasonably necessary to complete the removal at the sole expense of Applicant.

At no time are signs/paint to be used to mark directions/distances on trees, paths, signs, posts, buildings or any other Richfield Joint Recreation District property.
Volume of sound shall be kept at a reasonable level so that it is not objectionable to other Park visitors.
Vehicle parking shall be permitted only in areas so designated. Parking in unauthorized or no parking areas may result in the issuance of citations, towing of vehicles and/or termination of this permit.
Promotional literature, advertising, public service announcements or general information concerning this activity must clearly state that it is being held "within Richfield Heritage Preserve". It is requested that the identity guidelines established for Richfield Joint Recreation District be adhered to.

The Richfield Joint Recreation District reserves the right to amend, modify and/or revoke the permission/privileges granted herein at any time and as deemed appropriate or necessary. The Applicant agrees to abide by and be subject to the amended and modified rules.

The Richfield Joint Recreation District has established Rules for the use of the Park. By signing the Reservation Application, the Applicant confirms that the Applicant has received a copy of the Rules and agrees to comply with such Rules.

The Application shall become contractually effective when signed by Applicant and accepted by the Richfield Joint Recreation District.