Policies

Policies For Outdoor Recreation Facilities
Revised 4/26/10

1. Types of site with public outdoor recreation facilities
   1. Board of Education "School Sites"
      1. First priority is for Public School Activities.
      2. When not used for school activities facilities are scheduled by the Recreation Department.
   2. City of Walker "Park Sites"
2. Recreation Department schedules all outdoor recreation facilities.
3. Scheduling of "outdoor recreation facilities" during the hours they are under the control of the Recreation Department will occur with the following priority.
   1. All activities organized by the City of Walker and Walker Recreation Department.
   2. All, individuals and groups, which are organized and based within the City of Walker, including church, industry, and service organizations.
   3. All non-local groups who do not meet the requirements listed above.
4. Policies and Guidelines used for outdoor recreation facilities during the hours they are under the control of the Recreation Department.
   1. All non-sporting events shall require approval from the City of Walker.
   2. Nothing will be sold, exhibited, or displayed without permission of the City of Walker.
   3. The City of Walker may enforce additional regulations which they may deem necessary to protect property and promote safety.
   4. The City of Walker reserves the right to require the applicant to furnish, before use of the facilities, a certificate of liability insurance coverage naming the City of Walker as additional insured.
   5. All permits for the use of the available outdoor recreation facilities can be obtained from the Recreation Department and requests must be received in an adequate time frame for proper approval.
   6. No reservations shall be valid until the permit has been signed by the authorized representatives of the Walker Recreation Department.
   7. Use/Rental of any outdoor recreation facilities must be scheduled through the City of Walker Recreation Department Staff. Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Full payment must be paid at time of reservation and proof of residency by picture I.D.
   8. The permit holder is responsible for all damages incurred to parks and property during its use.
   9. The City of Walker reserves the right to refuse or revoke a permit at any time.
   10. The use of intoxicants or alcoholic beverages on city property is prohibited.
   11. All motorized vehicles on city park property are prohibited.
   12. All outdoor recreation facilities shall close at dark or at 10:00PM, whichever is earlier. Exception: City sponsored events.
   13. Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance in order to receive a full refund. In case of severe weather you may reschedule through the Recreation Department by calling: (616) 791-6890

Click here to view the park rental fees. For an application for rental, please contact the Recreation Department at 791-6890 or click below.

Park Rental Application

For Resolution information, click here to be directed to the PDF copy of the City Resolution for fee setting with regard to Recreation Department Programs.