HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - 2013.01.23 - 20684MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #13007 JANUARY 23, 2013
BY: PLANNING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE, JIM RUNESTAD, CHAIRPERSON
IN RE: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION — 2013 OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS AND
RECREATION RULES AND REGULATIONS
TO THE OAKLAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission was established by the Oakland
County Board of Supervisors in 1966 under P.A. 261 of 1965; and
WHEREAS, P. A. 261 of 1965 includes a provision to allow county parks commissions to make rules for
the protection, regulation and control of all its facilities and areas with the approval of the Oakland County
Board of Commissioners; and
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has established rules and
regulations for this protection, regulation and control; and
WHEREAS, revisions for clarification purposes are requested, which have been reviewed and approved
by the Oakland County Corporation Counsel.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the
revisions to the Oakland County Parks and Recreation General Information and Regulations for Oakland
County Parks.
Chairperson on behalf of the Planning and Building Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing
resolution.
PLANNING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE
PLANNING & BUILDING COMMITTEE VOTE:
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with Woodward absent.
2013 UPDATE 11/7/12
Park Rules & Regulations
Contents Page
Section 1. GENERAL PUBLIC 2
Section 2. HOURS 2
Section 3. FEES AND CHARGES 2
Section 4. PERMITS 2
Section 5. EMERGENCY POWERS 2
Sect;on e_ SWIMMING, BATHING AND WADING 3
SiE-iction 7. CAMPING 4
Section 8. BOATING 6
Section 9. MOTOR-DRIVEN VEHICLES 7
Section 10. PARKING IN PROHIBITED AREAS 7
cior. 11. OPERATION OF BICYCLES 7
Seciicn 12. SKATING AND COASTING AND SKIING 8
Se,ction 13. PERSONAL CONDUCT 8
Section 14. METAL DETECTORS 9
Section 15. USE OF LOUDSPEAKER/EXCESSIVE NOISE 9
Section 16. PUBLIC EXHIBITION 9
Section 17. FISHING 10
Section 18. DESTRUCTION OF PLANT LIFE AND
NATURAL SURROUNDINGS 10
Section 19. LITTERING AND POLLUTION OF WATERS 10
Section 20. FIRES 10
Section 21. DESTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS, MARKERS, MONUMENTS
AND OTHER PROPERTIES 10
Section 22. CONTRABAND 10
Section 23. FIREARMS 10
Section FIREWORKS 10
Section 25. PEDDLING AND SOLICITING 11
Section 26. CONTINUOUS WALKING OR CRUISING IN OR NEAR CAMPGROUNDS
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Ser2tNr ANIMALS AND BIRDS 12
Section 28. TREATMENT OF ANIMALS AND BIRDS 13
Section 29, HORSES 13
Section 30. LIVESTOCK 13
Section 31. HOT AIR BALLOONS, AIRPLANES AND PARACHUTES 14
Section 32. UNLAWFUL OBSTRUCTION 14
Section 33. HINDERING EMPLOYEES 14
Section 34. RESISTING PARK EMPLOYEES 14
Section 35. IMPERSONATION OF PARK EMPLOYEES 14
Section 36. FINES AND IMPRISONMENT 14
Section 37. SPECIAL USE AREAS 14
Section 38. FREE SPEECH 14
Section 39. PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO AND AUDIO RECORDING 15
Section 40. CONSUMPTION AND SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES 16
Pursuant to Act 261 of the Public Acts of the State of Michigan of 1965, as amended, the Oakland County Parks
and Recreation Commission herewith promulgates and publishes the following rules for use, protection, regulation
and control of all of its services, facilities and parks, recreation, conservation, education, historic, and scenic areas
and preserves and parkways. Revised 01/13
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IMPORTANT - VIOLATIONS OF ANY OF THE PARK RULES MAY BE CAUSE FOR REMOVAL
FROM THE PARK. VIOLATORS MAY ALSO BE SUBJECT TO CIVIL AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES.
Section 1. GENERAL PUBLIC
Any group or gathering may use certain designated areas within Commission Property
to the exclusion of others by making application, depositing a fee, and being granted a
permit by a Park Supervisor or his or her designated representative of the
Commission.
Section 2. HOURS
No person shall remain on Commission Property between darkness (30 minutes after
sunset) and 7 a.m., except at designated areas. Provided, however, that upon
application to the Commission or its authorized agent said hours may be extended. No
person shall enter Commission Property that is closed to the public.
Section 3. FEES AND CHARGES
No person or entity shall use any Commission Property for which a fee/charge has
been established by the Commission without payment of such fee or charge, unless
authorized in writing by the Commission.
Section 4. PERMITS
1. Application for a permit to reserve Commission Property shall be made upon forms
furnished by the Commission.
2. In the event more applications to reserve Commission Property are received than
space is available, such applications shall be considered in the chronological order
received.
3. Users of reserved Commission Property shall comply with all rules of the
Commission relating to use and conduct on Commission Property.
4. No erection, construction or maintenance shall be made above or below ground,
across or beneath the Commission Property by any person, firm or corporation
without first having obtained written permission from the Commission authorizing
such installation or construction and a permit specifying in detail the work to be
done and the conditions to be fulfilled to the terms of such approval.
5. Notwithstanding any of the provisions hereof, the Commission may, upon written
application, grant specific use permits for special uses when in the opinion of the
Commission special consideration is warranted.
Section 5. E7:-.ERGENCY POWERS
Nothing in these rules shall:
1. Prohibit or hinder duly-authorized agents of the Commission or any peace officers
from performing their official duties.
2. Prohibit the Commission or Park Supervisors from establishing emergency rules
required to protect the health, welfare, and safety of park visitors, protect park
property, and maintain order.
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Section 6. SWIMMING, BATHING AND WADING
No person shall:
a. Swim, bathe, wade or scuba dive in any of the watercourses, lakes, ponds,
or sloughs located within or upon Commission Property except at such
times and places as may be provided or designated for such purpose.
Persons must abide by posted swim rules.
b. Carry any food or beverage of any kind or have in their possession any
glass or metal container on any beach or in the water adjacent thereto.
c. Use any flotation devices, inflatable or otherwise, in any watercourses,
lakes, ponds, or sloughs on Commission Property, except in specifically
designated areas where posted.
2. Public indecency is prohibited on Commission Property. Persons on Commission
Property shall not intentionally or recklessly do any of the following:
a. Expose his or her private parts, including buttocks, with less than a full
opaque covering;
b. Engage in any actual or simulated sex act; or
c. Violate any Michigan statute provision relating to nudity and/or public
indecency.
3. General Waterpark Rules and Information
a. Waterparks are smoke-free and alcohol-free facilities. Alcoholic Beverages
are also not permitted in waterpark parking lots.
b. Glass or met-I containers are prohibited inside the waterparks.
c. Lifejackets, tubes, chairs, shaded areas, and charcoal grills are provided on
a first-come, first-served basis. Tubes must remain in the pool area and may
not be taken to picnic areas. Chairs may be used by waterpark patrons who
are present in the waterparks. Chairs may not be held for anticipated
patrons.
d. Outside inflatables, chairs, umbrellas, tents, and/or grills are prohibited
except that waterpark patrons may bring their own personal flotation devices
which must be United States Coast Guard approved with the stamped seal.
e. Balls and/or Frisbees are not permitted inside the waterparks.
f. Only personal radios are allowed in the park and may only be listened to via
headphones. Playing a stereo/radio with speakers is not allowed.
g. Proper swim attire must be worn in all waterparks. Proper swim attire is
defined as commercial swimsuit with a built-in liner.
h. Waterpark patrons must follow all other waterpark posted rules and
procedures. (A full listing of waterpark rules may also be found on-line.)
Section 7. CAMPING
A. FAMILY AND SINGLE CAMPS
1. Registration - Upon arrival at the park, the park patron shall register for
and receive a permit for a campsite.
2. Permits — A campsite permit may be issued for not more than 31
consecutive nights, but may be renewed. Only one permit per campsite
is issued.
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3. Camper Vehicle Permit - Every vehicle registered must display the
vehicle permit on the driver's side of the windshield while the vehicle is in
the park.
4. Assignment of Sites - All campers are assigned to a campsite. Site
changes must be approved by the park supervisor.
5. Parking of Trailers - The tongue of camping trailer hitch must face the
road: This allows for quick removal in case of fire or to prevent "boxing
in" trailers.
6. Occupancy of Campsite
a. Campsites are limited to immediate family or up to four single
persons ages 18 years or older.
b. Any child under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal
guardian. Children shall not be left unattended.
c. Only one camping trailer and one tent OR only two tents and no
trailer will be permitted per campsite. No more than two vehicles
are allowed per campsite.
d. Campers must erect their shelter immediately after registration
and occupy the campsite.
e. Campers shall not do any of the following: (1) allow other persons
to use their campsites; (2) register a campsite for another person;
(3) or transfer campsite or vehicle permits and equipment.
f. Campsites shall not be left unoccupied more than 48 hours after
initial registration.
7. Reservations - Select campsites are available for reservations.
Campsites will be available on a "first-come, first-served" basis based
upon registration activity.
8. Check-Out Time — Campers must check out by 3 p.m. on the date the
campsite permit expires. Campers desiring to remain in the park after
this time must break camp and move all equipment from the
campground to the day-use parking lot.
9, Renewals — Campers may request renewal of a campsite permit at the
contact station by 10 a.m. on the date the permit expires. The renewal
may be granted if space is available.
10. Rain checks — A rain check for a campsite may be requested and must
be approved by the park supervisor. Rain checks are given in the sole
discretion of the Park Supervisor. They will be honored any day during
the same year issued.
11. Visitors - All visitors must pay the day-use entrance fee. Vehicles will be
parked in the day-use lot or designated parking areas. No visitors will be
allowed in the park between darkness (30 minutes after sunset) and
7a.m.
12. Quiet Hours - Observed 11 p.m.-7 a.m. All campers must stay at their
own campsites after 11 p.m. No walking or driving through the
campgrounds after 11 p.m. will be allowed except directly to/from the
restrooms. No power generators shall be operated 11 p.m.-7 a.m.
13. Pets — Notwithstanding any other Park Rule, household pets are
permitted at campgrounds if confined on a leash not exceeding six feet
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in length or if confined to a tent or camping trailer. No pets will be
permitted in the beach area, picnic ground or any building, pavilion or
waterway. All other Park Rules applicable to animals must be followed.
14. Water Outlets - Available to obtain water for use at campsites only.
Washing of vehicles, dishes, clothes, pets or your person at these
outlets is prohibited. No hose will be permanently attached to any water
outlet.
15. Waste Water - All grey/waste water must be disposed of at the
designated dump station(s).
16. Emergencies - If campers are expecting an emergency message, they
should register their name and campsite number at the contact station.
17. Clotheslines - Must be removed at sundown. At no time shall a
clothesline or any other line be attached to any electrical or lot posts,
trees, fences, etc.
18. Trash — Trash is to be placed in receptacles provided for that purpose.
Campsites are to be kept clean. Trash will be picked up each morning.
Check with the park staff to find out the exact time.
19. Large Electrical Appliances — Refrigerators and other large electrical
appliances are not permitted outside trailers.
B. CABIN & YURT RENTAL
1. Smoking is not allowed in any cabin.
2. Cooking is not permitted inside cabins.
3. Gas or electric portable heaters are not allowed inside or around the
cabins.
4. Cabins must be cleaned before leaving and left in the same condition as
found.
5. No tents allowed at cabins.
6. Occupancy limited to cabin capacity.
7. All campers must follow all other camping rules contained in this section.
C. ORGANIZED CLUB/GROUP CAMPING
1. All campers must follow all the above camping rules.
2. A group or organization will be assigned to designated group areas only
through advance reservation.
3. Any club or group member wishing to stay longer than the club's or
group's expiration day must first check with the park supervisor to be
sure another club will not be coming into the area, then register
individually at the contact station.
4. Visitors - Must pay the day-use park fee and leave by sunset.
5. Groups of campers will be required to share pavilion with other groups or
organizations in same area.
6. All campers must follow all other camping rules contained in this section.
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D. YOUTH ORGANIZATION CAMP
1. A Youth organization camp is a group of youth under the age of 17, who
are members of a recognized organization, camping with their adult (age
18 years or older) leaders.
2. Youth organization camp area must be reserved in advance.
3. Campers will be placed in an organized campground area. Each group
must have one adult leader for every five youths.
4. Youth organization camp shall have tent camping only, unless a trailer or
camper will be used as a first aid station or headquarters.
5. No trenching around tents. No ground fires are permitted unless in
designated fire circles.
6. All campers must follow all the above camping rules.
Section 8. BOATING
No person shall bring into, use or navigate any boat, yacht, canoe, raft or other
watercraft upon any Commission Property except at such time or place as may be
provided or designated for such purpose. All watercraft shall comply with and be used
in compliance with Public Act 303 of the Public Acts of the State of Michigan, of 1967
as amended, and such regulations as may be adopted under the authority of the act.
Air mattresses, inner tubes and other flotation devices are prohibited except in
designated swimming areas. Belly boats and other specialty flotation equipment may
be used. United States Coast Guard approved individual flotation jacket or vest must
be properly worn by all occupants. No gasoline powered watercrafts are allowed on
any Commission Property unless authorized by the Commission. Electric motors are
not to exceed 24 foot pounds of thrust/24 volt system.
Section 9. MOTOR-DRIVEN VEHICLES
1. No person shall operate a motor-driven vehicle of any kind or nature, including but
not limited to any motor driven sled, toboggan, or snowmobile, trail bike, or all-
terrain vehicle on Commission property, except on designated roads and parking
areas.
2. No person shall operate off-road recreational vehicles on Commission Property,
except on designated roads and parking areas.
3. No person shall operate a motor-driven vehicle on any park road at a speed
exceeding 20 miles per hour or at any speed greater than that posted.
4. The driver of any vehicle shall yield the right of way to any person riding a horse on
marked bridle paths where such bridle paths cross streets or roadways.
5. No person shall violate any provisions of Motor Vehicle Act 300 of the Public Acts
of 1949.
6. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its regulations, the
Commission has authorized persons with mobility disabilities to use certain types
of Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices (OPDMD) on park trails. To determine if
any particular OPDMD is approved, visit www.destinationoakland.com or call
1-888-0CPARKS.
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Section 10. PARKING IN PROHIBITED AREAS
1. It shall be unlawful for the operator of a vehicle to stop, stand or park said vehicle
in any place marked as a passenger or loading zone, other than for the expeditious
loading or unloading of passengers or for the unloading and delivery or pick up and
loading of materials.
2. It shall be unlawful for the operator of a vehicle to stop, stand or park such vehicle
upon any roadway or in any parking area in such manner as to form an obstruction
to traffic thereon.
3. It shall be unlawful for the operator of a vehicle to stop, stand or park said vehicle
in any area not designated for such purposes.
Section 11. OPERATION OF BICYCLES
1. Bicycles shall be operated as closely to the right-hand side of the path, trail or
roadway as conditions will permit and not more than two bicycles shall be operated
abreast.
2. It shall be unlawful for the operator of a bicycle, on Commission property, to carry
any person upon the handlebar or frame of the bicycle.
3. Bicycles may be operated upon such paths, trails, or roadways as may be posted
allowing such use; provided, however, no such use shall be allowed between
sunset and 7 a.m.
4. Bicyclists must yield to slower moving trail traffic, such as equestrians and
pedestrians. Bicyclists must also verbally announce their presence, with a
statement such as "passing on your left!" before passing other trail users.
Section 12. SKATING AND COASTING,-,ND SKIING
1. No person shall use roller skates, in-line skates or skateboards within or upon
Commission Property, except at such times and at such places as may be
designated or maintained therefore.
2. The skateboarding area at Groveland Oaks County Park is open to children and
persons of all ages. Parents shall be in attendance and supervise their children at
all times. NO food or beverages allowed inside the fenced area.
3. Users must be under control at all times. Uncontrolled skating activities that
endanger others will result in ejection from the skateboarding area. NO bicycles
allowed inside the skateboarding area. This area is for the use of skateboarding
only. All other uses prohibited.
4. No person shall, within or upon Commission property, skate, sled, or go upon any
ice, snowshoe, or ski, except at such times and at such places as may be
designated or maintained therefore.
5. No person shall, within or upon Commission property, coast with hand sleds, bob
sleds, carts, or other vehicles on wheels or runners except at such times and
places as may be designated or maintained therefore.
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Section 13. PERSONAL CONDUCT
1. It shall be unlawful for any person to be under the influence of intoxicants,
narcotics, or other mind-affecting drugs, or to engage in any violent, abusive, loud,
boisterous, vulgar, lewd, wanton, obscene or otherwise disorderly conduct tending
to create a breach of the peace or to disturb or annoy others, while in or on any
Commission Property.
2. It shall be unlawful to conduct or to participate in any form of gambling, lottery or
game of chance upon Commission property except as permitted by state law and
approved by the Commission.
3. Any park patron who violates any Park Rule may be ejected from Commission
Property, without a refund or rain check, by Park personnel.
Section 14. ro'iETAL DETECTORS
Metal detectors will be allowed in the picnic, campground, and general park area. With
permission from the park supervisor, metal detectors will be allowed in the beach area
when the beach has been closed to the public. The use of metal detectors in the water
will be done by a group of volunteers approved through the Commission's Chief of
Operations and Maintenance—North or South District.
Section 15. USE OF LOUDSPEAKER/EXCESSIVE NOISE
Sound-amplifying equipment, loudspeakers, or public address systems are prohibited
unless written permission is given by the Commission. It is also prohibited to operate a
motor vehicle, radio, television, large electrical appliance, refrigerator, or any device in
a manner that produces excessive noise.
Section 16, PUBLIC EXHMITION
No person shall exhibit any machine, display, animal, perform any acrobatic
exhibitions, carry on any performance, or do anything whatsoever on Commission
Property which shall cause persons to congregate so as to interfere with the proper
use of such property by the general public or to obstruct the passage of vehicles or
persons, without first having obtained written permission from the Commission.
Section 17. FISHING
1. Fishing will be permitted within or upon Commission property in accordance with
the laws of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources in such areas
designated for such purposes. All shanties must comply with the State of Michigan
Fishing Laws.
2. Upper Bushman Lake at Independence Oaks-North County Park has been
designated as a Special Regulation Catch-and-Release-Only Fishery by the
Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) Fisheries order 244.
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Section 18. DESTRUCTION OF PLANT LIFE AND NATURAL SURROUNDINGS
No person shall:
1. Cut, remove, or destroy any tree, sapling, seedling, bush or shrub, whether alive or
dead, or chip, blaze, box, girdle, trim or otherwise deface or injure any tree or
shrub on Commission Property, or pick, gather, uproot, remove or destroy any
flower, plant or grass without the Commission's written approval.
2. Remove or cause to be removed any seeds, sod, earth humus, peat, boulders,
firewood, gravel or sand on Commission Property without the Commission's written
permission.
Section 19. UTTERING AND POLLUTION OF WATERS
It shall be unlawful:
1. To discard or deposit refuse of any kind or nature in or upon the Commission
Property except by placing said refuse in containers provided for such purpose.
2. To throw, cast, lay, drop or discharge into or leave in any Commission property any
substance, matter of thing, liquid or solid, which may or shall result in the pollution
of said property.
Section 20. FIRES
1. No person shall willfully set or cause to be set on fire any tree, woodland, brush
land, grassland or meadow upon any Commission Property unless authorized by
the Commission.
2. No person shall build any fire upon Commission Property except within the
fireplace, receptacles or open spaces approved and designated by the
Commission for such purposes.
3. No person shall drop, throw or otherwise scatter lighted matches, burning cigars,
cigarettes, tobacco, paper or other flammable material within or upon any
Commission Property unless authorized by the Commission.
4. No pallets, treated wood or other noxious materials are to be put in campfires.
Section 21. DESTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS, MARKERS, MONUMENTS AND
OTHER PROPERTIES
No person shall upon Commission Property:
1. Willfully destroy, deface, alter, change or remove any monument, stone marker,
bench mark, stake, post or blaze, marking or designating any boundary line,
survey line, or reference point.
2. Cut breaks, mark upon or otherwise injure any building, equipment, bridge, drain,
wall, fountain, lamp post, fence, gate, hedge, or other structure.
3. Deface, destroy, or remove any placard, notice or sign, whether permanent or
temporary, posted or exhibited within or upon Commission Property.
4. Appropriate, excavate, injure or destroy any historical or pre-historical ruin or any
object of antiquity, without the Commission's permission.
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Section 22. CONTRABAND
All game animals, fowl, birds, fish and other aquatic life, hunted, killed, taken or
destroyed, bought, sold, bartered or had in possession, contrary to any of the
provisions hereof, shall be declared to be contraband and shall be turned over to the
Michigan Department of Natural Resources for disposal. Provided further, any weapon
or object carried or used by any person in violation of these rules, shall be subject to
seizure by the Commission or its agents to be disposed of according to law.
Section 23. FIREARMS
The use, possession, and carrying of firearms on Commission Property shall be
governed by federal, state and local law.
Section 24. FIREWORKS
No person shall fire, discharge or have in his or her possession any rocket,
firecrackers, sparklers, torpedo, squib, floating sky lanterns or other fireworks or any
substance of an explosive or dangerous nature within or upon the Commission
Property unless the Commission or its authorized agent shall have authorized same
by the issuance of a permit therefore. Any permit issued hereunder shall not relieve a
person desiring to use fireworks from obtaining the necessary permits as required by
law from the local governing authority wherein the Park is located.
Section 25. PEDDLING AND SOLICITING
It shall be unlawful for any person to peddle or solicit business of any nature
whatsoever, or to distribute handbills or other advertising material, to post
unauthorized signs on any Commission Property unless first authorized by the
Commission in writing.
Section 26. CONTINUOUS WALKING OR CRUISING IN OR NEAR
CAMI-GROU NDS
It shall be unlawful to continuously walk into or cruise in any motor-driven vehicle in,
through and around campgrounds for the purpose of attracting or distracting persons
or visitors using campsites - or for the purpose of using a boat ramp, beach building or
other camping facility, except registered campers or bona fide visitors to a specific
registered camp.
Section 27. ANIMALS AND BIRDS
1. It shall be unlawful for any persons while upon or within Commission Property to:
a. Bring, drive or lead any animal onto Commission Property; except as
otherwise provided in these Park Rules or except if prior written permission is
received by the Park Supervisor.
b. Cause any animal or fowl to run at large.
c. Torture, ill-treat or neglect any animal or fowl.
d. Dispose of or set free any wild or domestic animal upon Commission Property
unless authorized by the Commission or the Park Supervisor.
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2. Notwithstanding any other Park Rule, persons may bring their service animals
upon or within any Commission Property.
3. Persons may bring dogs, which are on a leash (not longer than six feet) where
posted, on trails, or to dog parks.
4. Dog Parks — Dog Parks have been designated by the Commission for the purpose
of exercising dogs off leash. While in the areas, all dogs and their owners or
caretakers must obey the posted rules, including:
a. Keep dogs on leash until inside enclosure;
b. Maximum of two dogs per visitor;
c. Dogs must have current license, up-to-date vaccinations, and respond to
voice commands;
d. No dogs under four months of age;
e. Dogs must be accompanied by an adult (age 18 or older) at all times, even
inside enclosures;
f. Dog owners or caretakers are responsible for pets at all times;
g. Those creating problems will be asked to leave. Off-leash does not mean out
of control;
h. Owners or caretakers must clean up pet droppings; bags provided on site;
i. Lake Sixteen access at Orion Oaks is for dogs only; and
j. The owner or caretakers will assume full responsibility for all pets brought
lawfully or unlawfully onto park property.
5. Dog Bites - All dog bites must be reported immediately to the park supervisor or
Oakland County Sheriff's Office deputy who will contact Oakland County Animal
Control. The dog must then be confined until the Oakland County Sheriff's or Park
Personnel arrive at the scene.
6. If animals are brought onto Commission Property, as permitted by these Rules, the
animals shall have all required vaccinations, owners or caretakers shall clean-up
after their animals, and animals shall not be left unattended.
Section 28. TREATMENT OF ANIMALS AND BIRDS
1. No person shall hunt any animal in or upon any Commission Property unless
authorized by the Commission.
2. No person shall trap, catch, wound, kill or attempt to trap, catch, wound or kill any
bird or animal or rob any nest, lair, den or burrow of any animal in or upon any
Commission Property, unless authorized by the Commission.
a. Hunting — The use of firearms is prohibited unless authorized by the
Commission. All hunting will be in accordance with the laws of the Michigan
Department of Natural Resources. All hunters must also abide by any
additional rules established by the Commission.
b. Trapping — Trapping of animals is permitted on Commission Property as
posted in specific areas and at selected Parks. All trapping will be in
accordance with the laws of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
All trappers must also abide by any additional rules established by the
Commission.
c. Snakes and Snake Bites — Snakes shall not be harmed or killed. All snake
bites must be reported immediately to 911. Snake bite victims must seek
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immediate medical attention and provide bite incident details to the Park
Supervisor or Park Natural Resources Planner.
Section 29. HORSES
1. it shall be unlawful for any person to ride, lead or cause a horse to be upon any
Commission Property except on specifically designated and posted areas, bridle
paths or by permit on field trail areas.
2. It shall be unlawful for any person to ride a horse in a careless, negligent or
reckless manner so as to create a nuisance or to endanger the life, property or
persons of others on any Commission Property.
Section 30. LIVESTOCK
No person shall drive or cause to be driven any horses, cattle, sheep, goats, swine, or
other livestock upon or across any Commission Property unless approved by the
Commission.
Section 31. HOT AIR BALLOONS, AIRPLANES AND PARACHUTES
No person shall make any ascent in any hot air balloon, airplane or ultra-light, or any
descent in or from any hot air balloon, airplane or parachute on any Commission
Property unless authorized in writing by the Commission.
Section 32. UNLAWFUL OBSTRUCTION
No person, firm or corporation shall by force, threats, intimidations, unlawful fencing,
enclosing or by other means, prevent or obstruct any person from entering, leaving or
making full use of any Commission Property.
Section 33. HINDERING EMPLOYEES
No person shall interfere with, or in any manner hinder, any employee or agent of the
Commission while performing his official duties.
Section 34. RESISTING PARK EMPLOYEES
No person shall interfere with any park employee in the discharge of his or her duties;
or fail or refuse to obey any lawful command of any park employee.
Section 35. IMPERSONATION OF PARK EMPLOYEES
No person shall impersonate any employee or contracted employee of the
Commission for any reason whatsoever.
Section 36. FINES AND IMPRISOArENT
Any person violating any provision of the Park rules shall be deemed guilty of a
misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be fined not more than $100 and
costs of prosecution, or imprisoned in the Oakland County Jail for a period not
exceeding 90 days, or both, for each offense.
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Section 37. SPECIAL USE AREAS
Special use areas will have posted Commission rules and regulations specific to the
area's use and users' conduct. Areas include, but are not limited to: beaches;
waterparks; bicycle motocross track; dog parks; disc golf course; golf; driving range;
cross-country ski trails; mountain biking; etc.
Section 38. FREE SPEECH
Parks are traditional public forums that citizens may use for purpose of assembly,
communicating thoughts, discussing public questions and protests. Peaceful
assemblies, public demonstrations and other types of protests are permissible except
where such activity will do the following:
1. Disrupt scheduled events at or on Commission Property;
2. Create a hazard to Commission Property;
3. Physically interfere with other park visitors' use of Commission Property; or
4. Block traffic or block the path of others using Commission Property.
"Disrupt," as used above, does not include peacefully holding a protest sign at a public
meeting or acting in a manner that does not prevent others from participating in a
scheduled event at or on Commission Property, or that does not create a hazard to
the health, welfare and safety of park visitors, or that does not destroy or damage
Commission Property.
If a planned assembly or public demonstration on Commission Property can be
reasonably anticipated to disrupt, create a hazard, physically interfere, or block traffic
or the path of other visitors, as specified above in numbered paragraphs 1-4,
organizers of such activities shall provide two business days' notice to the
Commission.
Speech may not be restricted based on content or views expressed, except that the
speakers may not:
1. Use fighting words, which are words that their very utterance tend to incite an
immediate breach of the peace;
2. Threaten to physically harm others; or
3. Engage in obscene speech or conduct as that termed is defined by MCL
752.362(5).
Organizers must also comply with all other governmental requirements, including
these Parks Rules, for conducting such assemblies or public demonstrations.
Section 39. PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO AND AUDIO RECORDING
Photography and Recording Requiring a Permit. Persons may take still photographs
or video or audio recordings on Commission Property without first obtaining a written
permit from the Commission unless any of the following apply:
1. The photographs or recordings are being taken for the purpose of advertising a
product or service;
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2. The photographs or recordings involve professional or amateur casts, props,
models, or crews, other than bona fide news media personnel covering a news
event that cannot be covered at any other time or at any other location;
3. The project requires access to Commission Property that is closed or restricted to
the general public; and
4. The project carries substantial risk of damaging Commission Property, disrupting
park visitors, disrupting park operations, or compromising public health and safety
regulations already covered by law.
Section 40. CONSUMPTION AND SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
1. Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages on Commission Property: Alcoholic
Beverages may be brought into and consumed on Commission Property by Park
patrons subject to the following:
a. Individuals who bring and consume Alcoholic Beverages on Commission
Property are responsible for their own actions as a result of consuming
Alcoholic Beverages and must be in compliance with all laws and Park rules
and regulations.
b. No person under the age of 21 may consume or purchase Alcoholic Beverages
on Commission Property. In the event that any underage drinking is suspected,
the Oakland County Sheriff's Office and/or the local police department will be
immediately notified.
c. No Alcoholic Beverages are permitted at Park beaches, waterpz:r°„ or
waterpark parking lots.
d. Park patrons shall not bring Alcoholic Beverages to Park Golf Courses and
Park banquet facilities including the parking lots for these areas where a
license, from the Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC), to sell Alcoholic
Beverages is in place.
e. Keg beer is not allowed at or on Commission Property, unless served by a
caterer or entity approved in writing by the Park Supervisor.
f. When a person or entity reserves and uses Commission Property, the
consumption of Alcoholic Beverages at such facility or property shall also be
governed by the written agreement which provides for the use of the
Commission Property.
2. Sale of Alcoholic Beverages on Commission Property: the sale of Alcoholic
Beverages within or on Commission Property is prohibited, subject to the following
two exceptions:
a. At formally established concession and banquet facilities operated by, or under
contract with, the Commission. The contract with the Commission shall
address all aspects of the sale of Alcoholic Beverages, including licenses,
liability and insurance.
b. At events that meet all of the following requirements:
1. An application for such purpose shall have been submitted to and
approved by the Commission, and
2. The applicant must be an established non-profit, charitable entity which
meets the following requirements:
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a. Has actively functioned in Oakland County for at least two years
b. Is recognized as having provided substantial benefit in the interest of
the public in Oakland County, and
c. The Commission has determined in the exercise of its reasonable
discretion, based on the available evidence, that the proceeds from the
approved sale of alcohol will be used primarily to serve the interests of
the public in Oakland County; and
3. The applicant has secured licensure from the MLCC and has provided
written evidence of such licensure; and
4. The applicant has secured all insurance for the event as required by the
Oakland County Department of Risk Management; and
5. The event will be short term; and
6. The event is primarily expected to be attended by adults, and any minors
expected to attend will, for the most part, be in the presence of their
parents or affiliated adults.
DEFINITIONS
1. "Commission" shall mean the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission
or its Executive Officer.
2. "Commission property" shall mean all lands, waters and property administered by
or under the jurisdiction of the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission.
3. "Person" or "persons" shall mean individuals, male or female, singular or plural;
firms, corporations, or any group or gathering of individuals.
4. "Camping" means the overnight lodging or sleeping of person or persons in a tent,
trailer—coach, vehicle camper, motor vehicle, or in any other conveyance erected,
parked or placed on the premises within any park or recreation area administered
by the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission.
5. "Rules" shall mean the rules adopted by the Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Commission applicable to all property administered by or under the jurisdiction of
the said Commission and all amendments thereto. These rules are enforced in
compliance with State of Michigan Public Act 261.
6. 'Alcoholic Beverages" refers to products of distillation of any fermented liquid
whether or not rectified or diluted with water or other liquid, including beer, wine and
liquor, but does not mean ethyl or industrial alcohol, diluted or not, that has been
denatured or otherwise rendered unfit for beverage purposes.
(refined based on the definition contained in the Michigan Liquor Control Act, Act 58 of
1998; MCL 436.1105(1))
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Resolution #13007 January 23, 2013
Moved by Dwyer supported by McGillivray the resolutions on the amended Consent Agenda be adopted.
AYES: Dwyer, Gershenson, Gingell, Gosselin, Hatchett, Hoffman, Jackson, Matis, McGillivray,
Middleton, Quarles, Runestad, Scott, Taub, Weipert, Woodward, Zack, Bosnic, Crawford. (19)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted in favor, the resolutions on the amended Consent Agenda were
adopted.
I HEREBY APPROVE THIS RESOLUTION
CHIEF DEPUTY COUNTY EXECUTIVE
ACTING PURSUANT TO MCL 45.559A (7)
STATE OF MICHIGAN)
COUNTY OF OAKLAND)
I, Lisa Brown, Clerk of the County of Oakland, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution is a true and
accurate copy of a resolution adopted by the Oakland County Board of Commissioners on January 23,
2013, with the original record thereof now remaining in my office.
In Testimony Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of the County of Oakland at
Pontiac, Michigan this 23rd day of January, 2013.
Aget/
Lisa Brown, Oakland County