1. There shall be no alcoholic beverages brought to or consumed in the buildings or on the grounds.
2. There shall be no smoking or tobacco use in school facilities or on school grounds.
3. All state laws will be followed.
4. A custodian or a qualified responsible school employee must be present whenever a building is used for non-school purposes.
5. After a school building has been used by an outside group, cleaning will be done by employees assisted by a committee from the outside group. Fees for such work will be charged to the group.
6. The District reserves the right to deny any and all request for rental. These rules and regulations apply to all users.
7. The revisions made to this policy on May 9, 2016, will take effect on July 1, 2016, and supersede any and all previous Board action for usage of facilities.
Approved January 9, 2006 Reviewed February 8, 2021 Revised May 9, 2016
Fees/Guidelines for Facility Usage
TYPE I: 1. Student and staff related SCHOOL ACTIVITIES such as drama, music events, athletic events, etc. 2. All directly related school activities. 3. Activities sponsored by the Chariton Parks and Recreation Department. 4. Non-profit, tax exempt public groups (public agencies, Organizations, or other tax supported groups) composed largely of (75%) of school district residents. 5. If organization charges admission – automatically move to Type II. FACILITY HOURLY RENTAL RATE HOURLY CUSTODIAL FEE* Elementary Buildings No Charge $25.00 Secondary Buildings No Charge $25.00
TYPE II: 1. Non-profit, tax exempt special interest groups (fraternal/service organizations) composed largely (75%) of school district residents. (ie: Community Concert Association, Chariton Valley Players, Fire Dept.) 2. Religious groups composed largely (75%) of school district residents. 3. Private individuals for private use (and reside in the school district). FACILITY HOURLY RENTAL FEE HOURLY CUSTODIAL FEE* Elementary Buildings Classroom Gymnasium Kitchen** $8.00 $10.00 $10.00 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00 Secondary Buildings Classroom Gymnasium Admission Charged No Admission Charged Commons Kitchen** Auditorium Performances Rehearsals $8.00 $25.00 $20.00 $10.00 $20.00 $25.00 $20.00 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00
TYPE III: 1. All other non-profit, tax exempt groups (such as those not composed largely of school district residents). 2. Commercial groups or private group performances for profit. FACILITY HOURLY RENTAL FEE HOURLY CUSTODIAL FEE* Elementary Buildings Classroom Gymnasium Kitchen** $10.00 $15.00 $15.00 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00 Secondary Buildings Classroom Gymnasium Admission Charged No Admission Charged Commons Kitchen** Auditorium Performances Rehearsals $10.00 $30.00 $25.00 $15.00 $25.00 $30.00 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00
ADDITIONAL FEES: Use of piano: $15.00/per hour. If tuning is requested, the renter shall pay the tuning fees. Special lighting in the auditorium: $15.00/per hour. Outdoor athletic facilities: $35.00 per 2 hours (there is a 2 hour minimum). If lights are used, additional $50.00 per 2 hours (there is a 2 hour minimum). Also, a $25.00/per hour custodial fee.
PAYMENT PROCEDURE: 1. $25.00 deposit required with application. Deposit will be returned after it has been determined that no facility damages or issues occurred and payment has been received. Organization will forfeit deposit if facility has been damaged. 2. Charges must be paid within 30 days of billing date. 3. Payment should be mailed to: Chariton Community School District Offices 140 East Albia Road PO Box 738 Chariton, Iowa 50049 4. Checks returned for non-payment will be assessed a service charge of $25.00 5. Please contact Peggy White at the Central Office if there are any questions.
*NOTE: CUSTODIAL SERVICES WILL APPLY WHENEVER A CUSTODIAN IS NOT REGULARLY ON DUTY OR EMPLOYEE IS NOT AVAILABLE.
**NOTE: WHEN A MEAL IS BEING SERVED AND/OR MAJOR EQUIPMENT USED, THE FEES ABOVE WILL BE CHARGED. IN ADDITION, A SCHOOL LUNCH STAFF MEMBER MUST BE ON DUTY WITH THEIR SALARY TO BE AT THE RATE OF $20.00 PER HOUR.