Parks & Recreation Department Policies
Alcohol Risk Management Policy
Approved by Township Council November 19th, 2007
PURPOSE
The alcohol risk management policy consists of a range of measures designed to prevent alcohol related problems and to increase the enjoyment of those who use the facilities. By reducing the potential for alcohol related problems, the Township concurrently increases users’ enjoyment of the facilities, reduces the risk of death and injury and reduces its risk of liability actions. In this context, policy measures introduce barriers, which impede the adoption of the targeted drinking practices.
The policy is divided into four sections:
1. Designation of facilities where alcohol use is prohibited
2. Designation of facilities where alcohol use is permitted
3. Conditions under which alcohol use is permitted, and
4. Enforcement procedures for violations of the policy
Click on the following links for more information
1. Policy: Alcohol Risk Management; (PDF, 15 pages, 134KB)
2. Appendix A - Group/Organization Activity Agreement Form; (PDF, 1 page, 19KB)
3. Appendix B - Agreement form for Special Occasion Permit Holders ; (PDF, 1 page, 19.6KB )
4. Appendix C - Special Occasion Permit Holders and Certified/Trained Event Workers; (PDF, 1 page, 6.7KB)
5. Appendix D - Guidelines For Special Occasion Permit Holders ; (PDF, 1 page, 21KB)
6. Appendix F - Key Contact Information; (PDF, 1 page, 31.4KB)
7. Appendix G - Special Occasion Permit Event Evaluation Form; (PDF, 1 page, 17.4KB)
For questions regarding this policy please contact our Facility Booking Coordinator at 519-843-2800 ext 29 or email at kbeirnes@centrewellington.ca
RZone Policy
Approved By Township Council November 19th, 2007
What is Rzone?
The Rzone is a zero tolerance operating procedure for the Township of Centre Wellington recreation and cultural centres, facilities, parks and programs. The Rzone procedure enforces a set of expectations around violenece, vandalism and inappropriate behaviour for participants and the general public.
What does Rzone mean?
The "R" in the Rzone logo stands for Respect and Responsibility. Respect for Yourself; Respect for Others; and Responsibility for all your actions. The logo serves as a reminder to staff and public that the operating procedure is in effect and applies to everyone - coaches, parents, players, performers, audiences and visitors.
Purpose:
The Township of Centre Wellington (hereinafter referred to as the “Township”) is committed to ensuring the safety of the general public, its service users and staff in its recreation, parks, and culture programs, facilities and properties, and fostering an environment where there is Respect for others, and appropriate personal Responsibility for all actions. The Township will not tolerate any form of violence, vandalism or inappropriate behaviour in its recreation, parks, and culture programs, facilities and properties
1. The Township recreation, parks, and culture programs, facilities and properties are places that promote learning and leisure for residents and are an important part of human development and wellness. All persons have the right to be safe and to feel safe while attending or working at a program, facility or property. With this right comes the responsibility to be accountable for actions or behaviours that jeopardize the safety of others.
2. This policy and procedure outlines the measures and enforcement steps to be taken by the Township’s Parks and Recreation Department (hereinafter called the “department”) and all persons, including staff, volunteers and users, in order to address inappropriate or violent behaviour in recreation, parks, and culture programs and in Township owned or leased facilities and properties.
3. The goal of this policy is to promote a positive, safe, enjoyable and supportive environment for all users and staff in Township recreation, parks, and culture programs, facilities and properties, and to increase the level of understanding and awareness of this policy. In addition, this policy will seek to establish closer and continued relationships between the Township and various community, cultural, religious and sports associations, clubs, teams, groups and societies (hereinafter referred to as “organizations”) to support this policy.
4. The Township encourages all organizations to develop and implement their own violence free policy, which can help to support this Township policy
Click on the following links for more information
1. Rzone Brochure; (coming soon)
2. Rzone Respect and Responsibility Policy; (PDF, 11 page, 103KB)
TO REPORT AN INCIDENT - please print off the following form and mail or fax a copy to the Director of Parks & Recreation, Parks & Recreation Department, PO Box 59, Elora, Ontario, N0B 1S0 or faxed at 519-843-2565
1. Rzone Incident Report Form; (PDF, 3 page, 33.3KB)
For questions regarding this policy please contact our Manager of Programs and Events Services at 519-843-2800 ext 29 or email at dsmith@cetnrewellington.ca
The Township of Centre Wellington acknowledges the assistance of the Town of Oakville
Recreation & Culture Department in the development of this policy. The policy, promotion material,
and education information were originally developed by the Town of Oakville with some minor
changes to address specific items at the Township of Centre Wellington
Indoor Facility Allocation Policy
Approved By Township Council May 12th, 2008
Purpose:
To assist the Township of Centre Wellington in the allocation of facility rental time at all municipally owned recreation indoor facilities. It is the intent that through this uniform policy, that Township of Centre Wellington residents and non-profit organizations will feel equally and fairly treated. It is also important to ensure that equal opportunity exists regardless of gender.
The policy will establish formulas and standards that will help allocate minimum requirements of facility rental time at all municipally owned recreation centres to all qualified user groups in the Township as well as maximize the potential of all parks & recreation facilities.
Click on the following links for more information
1. Indoor Facility Allocation Policy (PDF 13 pages, 104KB)
For questions regarding this policy please contact our Facility Booking Coordinator at 519-843-2800 ext 29 or email at kbeirnes@centrewellington.ca