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POLICY STATEMENT: The Queen Anne's County Park Facilities and Equipment are available to groups for public and private affairs. Minimal charges will be set to offset operating costs. The Department reserves the right to refuse any application if it deems the activity will be inappropriate to be held at a public facility.
All Parks & Recreation property and activities are open to use by all members of the public regardless of race, gender, national origin, color, religion or disability. The Director of Parks & Recreation reserves the right to approve or deny requests for permits and set reasonable restrictions as to time, place and manner.
Any event, which is primarily for the purpose of personal, financial or corporate gain, or commercial promotion, will be denied or terminated without notice. In the event that the sponsor wishes to involve vendors as part of a charitable event, a special vendor permit and fee shall be required on a case-by-case basis. Fundraising activities for charitable events will be considered by special approval from the Director. Political fundraising or posting of campaign signs is strictly prohibited.
CONDITIONS:
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User will be responsible for any property damages incurred while using this facility. If property damage occurs the Department will deduct the costs for repairs from the security deposit and bill for any costs beyond the security deposit.
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The user is responsible for properly cleaning the facility and grounds at the end of an activity. Trash must be placed in trash receptacles. Excessive trash must be removed from the site. All trash must be removed at trash fee park areas such as the Boat Landings and Piers. A trash collection / cleaning fee will be deducted from the security deposit if the facility and/or park is left in an unacceptable condition (see additional fees section).
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No staples, nails etc. are to be used on pavilions, trees or picnic tables. Use tape only.
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All cars are to use the designated parking areas. NO PARKING ON THE GRASS. Violators will be ticketed.
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The park closes at dark unless the Director of Parks & Recreation approves special arrangements in advance. Conquest Beach is open 10am-8pm.
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All pets must be on a leash and are the owner's responsibility. NO PETS ARE ALLOWED AT ROMANCOKE PIER, CONQUEST PRESERVE, MATAPEAKE PIER OR TERRAPIN NATURE AREA.
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The sale of alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited without a permit and liquor license. Call the Liquor Board - 410-758-3133 to obtain a liquor license.
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If an event requires a caterer, a permit is required from the Q.A.C. Health Department. Call 410-758-0720.
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Refunds may be considered in the event of inclement weather. The user must contact the Department within the first working day following reservation to reschedule or apply for a partial refund.
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