Facility Use Guidelines

Rules for Use of Central Presbyterian Church Facilities

STATEMENT OF POLICY:

Central Presbyterian Church will make its facilities available for use by non-church community groups that meet certain qualifications and who agree in writing to the following regulations. This agreement may be terminated by either party with 30 days’ notice as long as facility use donations are current.

The Church Application (click for form) Form must be completed and signed by the person responsible for the group. This form is to be submitted to the church Business Administrator. Final approval will come from the Business Administrator and the Building & Grounds Commission.
Proof of General Liability Insurance coverage must be submitted with the application. Central Presbyterian Church is to be included as a named insured in this liability coverage.
Fees (click for current list) for the use of the facilities will be as per the schedule in the Business Administrator’s hands. Prepaid payments will be made quarterly: January 1, April 1, July 1 and October 1 for the upcoming quarter.

RESTRICTIONS:

Alcoholic beverages, drugs and smoking are not permitted anywhere in the church buildings or on the church grounds.
Storage of non-church materials is not generally provided. If storage is requested, it must be approved ahead of time and a charge will be made. Such storage will only be in approved church areas.
Coffee, tea or other refreshments will only be prepared by church personnel at additional charge and only with ahead of time approval. Left-behind baked goods, crackers and other refreshments must not be left on church property and must be disposed of properly.
Nothing of any kind shall be attached to church walls or property.
Outside groups shall not use church property from Noon on Friday through 6:00 PM Sunday.
Fire and safety hazards must be avoided at all times. No flammables are to be left in the church. No items may be deposited in hallways, on stairways or near any exit doors or passageways.

RESPONSIBILITY:

The user of the facilities shall be responsible for any damage or loss to church property. Reimbursement for damages will be made from the quarterly pre-payment charges
The church will not be responsible for personal accidents or injuries to outside personnel. The church will not be responsible for loss, damage or theft of property or possessions of the user.

CUSTODIAL SERVICE:

Custodial service will be provided as per arrangement with the Administrative Manager. Extra or unusual service will be charged.
Custodians are empowered to take whatever action is necessary to maintain order and to assure acceptable use of church facilities.