The Winnetka Park District requests that you report any damages, vandalism, dangerous situations, or inconveniences you may notice during your use of the site. Please refer to Parks Conduct Ordinance #504 for complete Rules and Regulations (available at the Administrative Office).
Alcohol-- Persons shall not consume or have in his/her possession any beer, wine, ale, or other intoxicating liquors while on Park District property. Alcohol will be permitted in the parks with specific written permission from the Director of Recreation + Facilities. Any individual or group hosting an outing or event in which alcohol will be served are required to obtain Special Event Host Liquor Liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence. Statutory Liquor Liability coverage (dram shop insurance) will also be required if you hire a caterer or vendor to serve alcohol, admission is being charged to attend the event, or alcohol will be sold during your event. Proof of insurance must be provided to the Park District seven days in advance of your event.
Animals--No animals except service animals shall be permitted upon any lakefront property or property with a playground. At all other sites, pets must be kept on a leash six feet or less at all times, and the person responsible must have in their possession the means to clean up after their pet. Trapping, hunting, or attempting to harm or capture any native animals or birds from any property of Park District is not permitted. Dogs are allowed off-leash on Centennial Beach only.
Attendance—To ensure your guests' safety, the total number of your party may not exceed the maximum attendance listed on the approved application. If the actual attendance is larger than the number stated on the application, the deposit may be forfeited.
Behavior—All activities must be conducted in an orderly manner. Foul or abusive language, attempted physical confrontation is not permitted and will result in immediate expulsion from the facility. The renter is responsible for the behavior and language of themselves and all guests.
Certificate of Insurance -- It is the policy of the Winnetka Park District to require all users of District parks and facilities to provide a Certificate of Insurance demonstrating proof of general liability insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence for all caterers and vendors hired by the individual or group applying for a permit. Any individual or group using any temporary structures, such as tents, games, and inflatable structures, will be required to provide a Certificate of Insurance demonstrating proof of general liability coverage, with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence. The Winnetka Park District (540 Hibbard Rd) must be listed as additionally insured.
Damage to Property—Renter/User will be responsible for and will pay for any damage to property, beyond ordinary wear and tear.
Dumping--Containers are provided for the deposit of garbage or other refuse matter of any kind (excluding charcoal). The Park District requests that all park users dispose of waste in the containers provided. Charcoal must be disposed of by personal means.
Glass--Absolutely no glass of any kind is allowed in any park.
Grilling--Use of a personal grill is allowed only in park areas (NO grills of any kind are permitted on the beach). Charcoal must be doused and disposed of by private means. No charcoal, smoldering, or otherwise extinguished, may be deposited in Winnetka Park District receptacles.
Injurious Substances--Injurious substances cannot be discharged in the water, air, or upon the ground in any park.
Keys—Keys to park shelters, Community Room and Beach Houses will be available for pick up at the Administrative Office one business day before the event.
Non-Profit / Fundraisers--If your park rental is being utilized for a fundraiser, the Winnetka Park District reserves the right to be listed as a partner/sponsor and be entitled to full partner/sponsor benefits no charge.
Photo/Video Policy - Photos and video footage are periodically taken of participants in a class, during a special event or at the District's parks and facilities. Please be aware that, by signing this waiver and release you are authorizing the Park District to use these photos and video footage for District advertising and promotion without your further permission and without any compensation to you. All photos/videos are property of the Park District. Please call the Marketing department at (847) 501-2040 for more information.
Protection of Property--Do not remove or climb upon any plants, trees, shrubs, or fences.
Renter—Renter must be 21 years of age or older and in attendance during the entire event. The renter will assume full responsibility for the rental and liability, including alcohol distribution.