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Home My WebLink AboutResolutions - 2003.04.17 - 27046MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION # 03085 April 17, 2003 BY: General Government Committee, William R. Patterson, Chairperson IN RE: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION - REVISIONS TO GENERAL INFORMATION 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; and WHEREAS P.A. 261 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 Oakland County Corporation Counsel; and WHEREAS the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission approved these revisions at their regular meeting on February 5, 2003, for forwarding and approval by the Oakland County Board of Commissioners. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the revisions to the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission's General Information and Regulations. Chairperson, on behalf of the General Government Committee, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution. GENERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE General Government Committee Vote: Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with Webster and Hatchett absent. www.co.oakland.mi.us for discount coupons, maps & more! General Information & Regulations 1-888-0CPARKS • www.co.oakland.mi.us Parks ADDISON OAKS COUNTY PARK 1480W Romeo Road. Leonard PARK: 248-693-2432 CONFERENCE CENTER: 248-693-8305 Camping • Rental cabins • Boating • Fishing • Swimming • Mountain bike rentals • Banauet facilities • ConcesSons • Picnic tales • Playgrounds • Ball fields • Volleyball courts • Horseshoes pts • Disc Golfs Group shelters • Hiking • Cross-country skiing • Ice fishing & skating GROVELAND OAKS COUNTY PARK 14555 Dixie Highway, Holly PARK: 248-634-9811. Open April — September Camping • Cabin rentals • Boating • Fishing • Swimming • Waterslide • Concessions/bathhouse • Ball feid • Volleybah courts • Horseshoes pits • Basketball courts • Oakland County Parks largest playground • Island rentals • Hot Air Balloon Festival INDEPENDENCE OAKS COUNTY PARK 9501 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston PARK: 248-625-0877 Organized youth group camping • Boating • Fishing • Swimming Concessions/batnhouse • Picnic tables/grills • Playgrounds • Neany 12 miles of marked hiking trails • 2.2 mile paved Hawk's View Trail • Ball field • Sand volleyball courts • Horseshoes pits • Picnic shelter rentals • Hiking • Ski rentals and lessons • Groomed ski trails • Ice fisftng and skating LEWIS E. WINT NATURE CENTER 248-625-6473 • Natural history displays • Guided hikes • Naturalist programs • StarLab (portable, inflatable planetarium) • Wlohfe feeding station • Observation deck • Educational Outreach programs • Sensory and water gardens LYON OAKS COUNTY PARK Bordered by Pontiac Trail, 1-96 and Old Plank, Lyon Township FOR INFORMATION - 248-437-7345 • Hiking trails • Picnic shelter • Nature center • Dog park • Recreation fields • Playground • Bike trail ORION OAKS COUNTY PARK Bordered by Clarkston, Baldwin and Joslyn roads, Orion Township FOR INFORMATION - 248-858-0906 Wheelchair accessble dock • Fishing • Hiking & Biking trails • Bark Park ;playground & beach for dogs) • Cross-country skiing • Ice fishing RED OAKS WATERPARK 1455 E. Thirteen Mile Road, Madison Heights WATERPARK: 248-585-6990 (summer) Wave-action Pool • Giant triple waterslide • River Ride • Children's water playgrounds • Bathhouses with lockers, bathrooms, showers & changing areas • Picnic areas with tables & grills • Sunbathing areas • Free tubes & lounge chairs • Concesssions • Swim lessons • Playground ROSE OAKS Fish Lake Road, North of Rose Center Road Rose Township FOR MORE INFORMATION: 248-858-0906 SPRINGFIELD OAKS ACTIVITY CENTER 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg ACTIVITY CENTER : 248-625-8133 Banquet facilities • 4-H Fair • Exhibit hall • Outdoor arenas (Continued inside back cover) WATERFORD OAKS ACTIVITY CENTER 2800 Watkins Lake Road, Waterford ACTIVITY CENTER: 248-858-0913 Open for receptions. Danquets, parties & reunions, facilities for up to 400 • Year-round instructional classes (dog obedience, exercise, etc.) SENIORS: 248-858-7596 Special events • Sports leagues • Master Games athletic competition ADAPTIVE RECREATION: 248-858-7596 Wheelchair Basketball • Cerebral Palsy sports team • Special events WATERFORD OAKS WATERPARK AND COURT GAMES COMPLEX 1702 Scott Lake Road, Waterford WATERPARK: 248-858-0918 (summer) Grouo raft ride • Children's water playground • Wave-action pool • Giant double watersliae • Bathhouses with lockers, bathrooms, showers & changing areas • Rental picnic snelters • Sunbathing deck • Free tubes and lounge chairs • Concessions • Swim lessons • Children's play equipment COURT GAMES COMPLEX: 248-858-5433 (summer) Tennis courts • Sand volleyball courts • Shuffleboard • Horseshoes pits • Children's play equipment • Platform tennis (winter) BMX TRACK: 248-858-0915 Bicycle racing May-September; bike & helmet rentals; practices & races MOBILE RECREATION: 248-858-0916 Dunk Tank • Traveling Music Show • Portable stage & bleachers • Puppet Mobile • Sports Mobile • Tents • Skate & 'n-line mobiles • Orbotron • OAKlowns • Buses • The Wall (portable Climbing Wall) • Inflatables: bouncers. obstacle course, space maze, and Seymour the Sea Serpent (maze) REFRIGERATED TOBOGGAN RUN: 248-975-4440 'The Fridge," Michigan's first refrigerated toboggan run. open December until mid-Marcn (conditions permitting) • Lookout Lodge with concessions, I replace & indoor viewing area Golf Courses GLEN OAKS GOLF COURSE 30500W. Thirteen Mile Road, Farmington Hills GOLF COURSE: 248-851-8356 • FOOD SERVICE: 248-626-2600 I 8-hole golf course • Clubhouse/Pro shop • Banquet facilities • Formal wedding garden • Bar & grill room • Cross-country skiing LYON OAKS GOLF COURSE Bordered by Pontiac Trail, 1-96 and Old Plank, Lyon Township GOLF COURSE: 248-437-1488 • FOOD SERVICE: 248-437-9200 8-nole golf course, drying range and banquet facilities RED OAKS GOLF COURSE REOPENS IN 2004 For Info call 248-858-0906 SPRINGFIELD OAKS GOLF COURSE 12450 Andersonville Road, Davisburg GOLF COURSE: 248-625-2540 • FOOD SERVICE: 248-634-1401 I 8-hole golf course • Clubhouse/Pro shop • Banquet facilities WHITE LAKE OAKS GOLF COURSE 991 Williams Lake Road, White Lake GOLF COURSE: 248-698-2700 • FOOD SERVICE: 248-698-1233 18-hole golf course • Clubhouse/Pro shop • Banquet facilities • Cross-country skiing NOTES • • osbi 0 t • • ROI , olg • PO log .:4 0111P p. e • vii piog fri Yo d • • • st • • coo Ajti01 in$j- • 000P da0e , .., • • • vi • • • Apg riali`r. • • ilet5 pit 0 , • • • • • he vier5 sho • • Plinir • • • 005 0 • CoUrs,A'e • • • " fig 051/1 • • • oihirli • Ails tf I DO" • din et Moo' cot 1 - • • • sore nt , . e o e4 00° • • • Aro° 1Yeacti Sviiill • s .. s .. >..1c2 '.7 -C'e2g ° 2 E .= -= ''• tu 2 -r 0 2 "- 4.1 ce ,--, -= 0 g rx^, — 0 to g :7) — .7 .7.1 -2 ..s. a 8 w t 4 2 g 2 ,,. .6..- 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 Recre- ation 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. 21• Pecky D. Lewis, Jr. Chairman Richard Skarritt Vice Chairman Fred Korzon Secretary Hugh D. Crawford Vincent Gregory John P. McCulloch Lawrence Obrecht John Richards J. David VanderVeen Suzette Vogt for discount coupons. maps & more? Section 31. HOT AIR BALLOONS, AIRPLANES AND PARACHUTES No person shall make any ascent in any balloon, airplane or ultralight, or any descent in or from any hot air balloon, airplane or parachute on any lands or waters administered by or under the Commission's jurisdiction unless autho- rized 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 property administered by or under the Commission's jurisdiction. 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 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 IMPRISONMENT Any person violating any provision of the foregoing rules shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon convic- tion 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. 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 not limited to: beaches, waterparks, BMX track, dog parks, disc golf course, driving range, ski trails, mountain biking, etc. FORWARD The mission of Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission is to provide all people of Oakland County with recreational, leisure and learning experiences, parks, open spaces, facilities, professional staff and fiscal manage- ment resulting in a comprehensive county parks system that enhances the individual's quality of life. Oakland County is a better place to live because its parks system not only provides open green areas, but also offers many opportunities for leisure time and recreational activities. The Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission wants to preserve open spaces and provide recreation for all citizens of Oakland County. Most people use the Oakland County Parks thoughtfully, but there are always those who lack the understanding, willingness, or appreciation to protect our natural treasures and leave them for others to enjoy. These rules and regulations have been established to benefit the large majority of people who appreciate the parks owned and operated by the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission. These rules are enforced in compliance with State of Michigan PA 1965, NO. 261. OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE 2800 Watkins Lake Road Waterford, MI 48328-1917 (248) 858-0906 or 1 -888-0 CRARKS TTY: (248) 858-1684 20. Ralph Richard, Executive Officer 1/03 www.coosakiand.mi.us History of Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission The Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission was established in 1966. Since that time, nearly 6,000 acres of land have been acquired by the Commission with assistance from the state and federal governments. The Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission consists of 10 members appointed by the County Hoard of Commissioners. They are responsible for the development of a parks system that provides unique and specialized facilities and programs to complement those provided by local agencies. An executive officer is appointed by the Commission to oversee facilities and programs. A one-quarter millage, renewed every 10 years by Oakland County residents, helps continue development of the parks. It is the Commission's goal to maintain the parks system on a self-supporting basis, with tax dollars spent primarily for acquisition and capital improvements. The owner of a $150,000 (fair market value) home pays $18.75 annually to support the parks system. The Oakland County Parks offer a wide variety of year- round recreational opportunities ranging from camping, boating and golfing in warm weather to cross-country skiing and ice fishing in the winter months. The parks system operates additional facilities including two waterparks. Michigan's first refrigerated toboggan run - "The Fridge', nature centers, conference and banquet facilities, a tennis complex, dog parks and a mobile recreation program, as well as numerous special activities, events and classes. Your comments and suggestions are welcome. Please forward them to: Oakland County Parks Executive Officer Ralph Richard 2800 Watkins Lake Road Waterford, MI 48328-1917 Section 26. USE OF LOUDSPEAKER It shall be unlawful to use a loudspeaker, public-address system or amplifier within or upon Commission property without a written permit issued by the Commission or its representative. Section 27. PEDDLING AND SOLICITING It shall be unlawful for any person to peddle or solicit busi- ness of any nature whatsoever, or to distribute handbills, or other advertising matter, to post unauthorized signs on any lands, waters, structures, or property administered by or under the Commission's jurisdiction or to use such lands, waters, structures or property unless first authorized in writing by the Commission or its authorized agent. Section 28. CONTINUOUS WALKING OR CRUISING IN OR NEAR CAMPGROUNDS It shall be unlawful to continuously walk into or cruise in any motor-driven vehicle in, through and around camp- grounds 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 29. HORSES A.It shall be unlawful for any person to ride, lead or cause or suffer a horse to be upon any property administered by or under the Commission's jurisdiction except on specifi- cally designated and posted areas or bridle paths or by permit on field trial areas. Bit shall be unlawful for any person to ride a horse in a careless, negligent or reckless manner so as to create a nui- sance or to endanger the life, property or persons of others on any lands administered by or under the Commission's jurisdiction. C.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. 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 property administered by or under the Commis- sion's jurisdiction without written permission. 2• • 19 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 the game shall be turned over to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources for disposal. Provided further, that 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 No person shall, at any time, bring into or upon the prop- erties of the Commission, nor have in their possession, nor discharge or set off anywhere upon said properties, a revolver, pistol, shotgun, rifle, air rifle, air gun, water gun or any gun, rifle, firearm or other weapon that discharges projectiles either by air, explosive substance or any other force. Use of these items is prohibited by the Commission unless authorized. Provided, however, this section shall not apply to any deputy sheriff, police officer, peace offi- cer, park officer, park ranger or other duly-appointed law enforcement officer while carrying out the duties and responsibilities of their position nor to any person while upon designated target ranges or areas. Section 24. FIREWORKS No person shall fire, discharge or have in his or her posses- sion any rocket, firecrackers, sparklers, torpedo, squib or other fireworks or any substance of an explosive or dan- gerous 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 this park is located. Section 25. METAL 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 Parks Operations. TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1 - General Public 4 Section 2 - Hours 4 Section 3 - Emergency Powers 4 Section 4 - Swimming, Bathing and Wading 4-5 Section 5 - Camping 5-9 Park System Map 10-11 Section 6 - Boating 12 Section 7 - Fees And Charges 12 Section 8 - Permits 12 Section 9 - Motor-driven Vehicles 13 Section 10 - Parking in Prohibited Areas 13 Section 11 - Operation of Bicycles 13 Section 12 - Skating and Coasting 14 Section 13 - Personal Conduct 14 Section 14 - Public Exhibition 14 Section 15 - Animals and Birds 15 Section 16 - Molesting Animals and Birds 15 -16 Section 17 - Fishing 16 Section 18 - Destruction of Plant Life and Natural Surroundings 16 Section 19 - Littering and Pollution of Waters 17 Section 20 - Fires 17 Section 21 - Destruction of Buildings, Markers and Other Properties 17 Section 22 - Contraband 18 Section 23 - Firearms 18 Section 24 - Fireworks 18 Section 25 - Metal Detectors 18 Section 26 - Use of Loudspeaker 19 Section 27 - Peddling and Soliciting 19 Section 28 - Continuous Walking or Cruising in or Near Campground 19 Section 29 - Horses 19 Section 30 - Livestock 19 Section 31 - Hot Air Balloons, Airplanes and Parachutes 20 Section 32 - Unlawful Obstruction 20 Section 33 - Hindering Employees 20 Section 34 - Resisting Park Employees 20 Section 35 - Impersonation of Park Employees 20 Section 36 - Fines and Imprisonment 20 Section 37 - Special Use Areas 20 Definitions 21 18. PARK RULES 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. 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 the Supervisor, or his designated representative of the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission. Section 2. HOURS No person shall remain upon property administered by or under the jurisdiction of the Commission between darkness (1/2 hour after sunset) and 7 a.m., except at designated park areas. Provided, however, that upon application to the Commission or its authorized agent said hours may be extended. It shall be unlawful for any person to enter any portion of park lands or waters which have been designated as closed to public use or entry. Section 3. EMERGENCY POWERS Nothing in these rules shall: A. Prohibit or hinder duly-authorized agents of the Com- mission or any peace officers from performing their official duties. B. Prohibit the Commission, Executive Officer, or park supervisor from establishing emergency rules required to protect the health, welfare, and safety of park visi- tors and to protect park property, and to maintain order. Section 4. SWIMMING, BATHING AND WADING No person shall: A. Swim, bathe, wade or scuba dive in any of the water- courses, lakes, ponds, or sloughs, located within or upon the properties administered by or under the Com- mission's jurisdiction except at such times and places as may be provided or designated for such purpose. Persons must abide by posted swim rules. B. Carry or consume 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. SECTION 19. LITTERING AND POLLUTION OF WATERS It shall be unlawful: A. To discard, to deposit refuse of any kind or nature in or upon the property of the Commission except by placing said refuse in containers provided for such purpose. 13. To throw, cast, lay, drop or discharge into or leave in waters administered by or under the jurisdiction of the Commission any substance, matter of thing, liquid or solid, which may or shall result in the pollution of said waters. Section 20. FIRES A. No person shall willfully set or cause to be set on fire any tree, woodland, brushland, grassland or meadow within or upon the Commission property. B. 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. C. No person shall drop, throw or otherwise scatter lighted matches, burning cigars, cigarettes, tobacco, paper or other inflammable material within or upon any Commission property. D. No pallets, treated wood or other noxious materials are to be put in campfire. Section 21. DESTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS, MARKERS, MONUMENTS AND OTHER PROPERTIES No person shall upon Commission property: A. 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. B. Cut, break, mark upon or otherwise injure any build- ing, equipment, bridge, drain, wall, fountain, lamp post, fence, gate, hedge, or other structure. C. Deface, destroy, or remove any placard, notice or sign, whether permanent or temporary, posted or exhibited within or upon park property. D. Appropriate, excavate, injure or destroy any historical or pre-historical ruin or any object of antiquity, without the Commission's permission. 4* • 17 No person shall trap, catch, wound, kill or treat cruelly, attempt to trap, catch, wound or kill any bird or animal, molest or rob any nest of any bird or lair, den or burrow of any animal in or upon any land or waters under the jurisdiction of the parks commission unless authorized. Hunting — Permitted on Commission property in specific areas at selected parks. 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. Section 17. FISHING Fishing will be permitted within or upon Commission prop- erty in accordance with the laws of the Michigan Depart- ment of Natural Resources in such areas designated for such purposes. The use of ice shanties shall be subject to the following rules: A. All shanties must have owner's name and address displayed on all sides in accordance with the State of Michigan Fishing Laws. B. All shanties will be removed from the lake by March 1 in accordance with the State of Michigan Fishing Laws. If not removed by this date, park personnel will remove the shanties and a service charge will be made. Daily use and removal after March 1 is permitted. C. The Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission will not be responsible for any damage or vandalism to shanties. D. All shanties must be placed on lake by using the designated boat ramp or areas approved and specified by the park supervisor. Section 18. DESTRUCTION OF PLANT LIFE AND NATURAL SURROUNDINGS No person shall: A. 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, or pick, gather, uproot, remove or destroy any flower, plant or grass without the Commission's written approval. B. Remove or cause to be removed any sod, earth humus, peat, boulders, gravel or sand, without the Commis- sion's written permission. C. Use any flotation devices, inflatable or otherwise, in any watercourses, lakes, ponds, or sloughs under the Commission's jurisdiction except in specifically desig- nated areas where posted. D. Public indecency is prohibited. Persons on park lands or facilities managed and/or controlled by the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission (including but not limited to lands, water and beaches) shall not intentionally or recklessly do any of the following under circumstances in which his or her conduct is likely to be viewed as an affront to others. 1. Expose his or her private parts, including buttocks, with less than a full opaque covering; 2. Engage in any actual or simulated sexual conduct; 3. Violate any Michigan statute provision relating to nudity and/or public indecency. Section 5. CAMPING A. FAMILY AND SINGLE CAMPS 1. Registration - Upon arrival, the head of the family must register. (A family consists of father and/or mother and unmarried children of the same house- hold.) 2. Permits - Issued for not more than 14 consecutive nights, but may be renewed. 3. Vehicle Pass - Every vehicle registered must display the vehicle pass on the driver's side of the windshield while the vehicle is in the park. 4. Assignment of Sites - All campers are assigned a site. Site changes must be approved by the park supervisor. 5. Parking of Trailers - The tongue of camping trailer hitches must face the road. This permits removal in case of fire or to prevent "boxing" in trailers. 6. ORV's - Prohibited in all parks. 7. Occupancy - a. Limited to immediate family or up to four single persons 18 years or older b. Any child under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. c. Only one permit will be issued per campsite. d. Not more than one camping trailer and one tent, OR two tents and no trailer will be permitted per campsite. No more than two vehicles are allowed per campsite. e. Campers must erect their shelter immediately after registration and occupy the site. f Campers shall not leave their children unattended. 16. •5 g. Campers shall not sublet camping sites, register a site for another person or transfer permits and equip- ment. h. Campsites shall not be left unoccupied for more than 48 hours. 8. Reservations - Campsites are available on a "first— come, first-served" basis. 9. Check-Out Time - 3 p.m. on the date of camping permit expiration. If a camper desires to remain in the park after this time, he must break camp and move all equipment from the campground to the day—use parking lot. 10. Renewals - Must be made at the contact station by 10 a.m. on the date the permit expires. 11. Rainchecks - Must be approved by the park supervi- sor. They will be honored any day during the same year issued. 12. Visitors - All visitors must pay the day-use entrance fee. Cars will be parked in the day-use lot or des- ignated parking areas. No visitors will be allowed in the park between darkness (1/2 hour after sunset) and 8 a.m. 13. Quiet Hours - Observed between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. All campers must stay at their own campsites after 11 p.m. No walking or driving through the camp- grounds after 11 p.m, will be tolerated except directly to and from the restrooms. No power generators shall be operated between 10 p.m.-8 a.m, 14. Pets - Household pets are permitted if confined on a leash not exceeding six feet in length. No pets will be permitted in any area used as a bathing beach or picnic ground. Pets are not allowed in any building, pavilion or waterway. Dogs are allowed on trails on a six-foot leash, except at Lyon Oaks, where they are only allowed in the Bark Park, off-leash playground for dogs. Orion Oaks also features a Bark Park. All pets must have proper vaccinations. Pets must not be left unattended or left in a car or trailer. Owners must clean up pet droppings. Bags pro- vided on-site. 15. Dog Bites - All dog bites must be reported immedi- ately to the park supervisor who will contact Oakland County Animal Control. The dog must be confined in the trailer or vehicle. 16. Water Outlets - Available to obtain water for camp- sites. Washing of vehicles, dishes, clothes, pets or your person at these outlets is prohibited. No hose will be permanently attached to any water outlet. Section 15. ANIMALS AND BIRDS It shall be unlawful for any persons while on Commission property to: A. Cause any animal or fowl to run at large. B. Bring, drive or lead any animal onto Commission property; excepting that horses and other beasts of burden and draft animals may be ridden by persons in charge thereof or driven before a vehicle attached thereto, on such portions of Commission property as may be designated for riding or driving by the Com- mission. C. Bring, drive, lead or carry any dog or other animal or pet which is unleashed (except within a Dog Park), or upon a leash more than six feet in length, under the immediate control of a competent person. D. Dogs are allowed on trails, on a six-foot leash, except where posted. E. Suffer his dog or pet to enter any public building or to be upon any designated beach or picnic area, except a trained and working leader dog. F. Cause or permit any horse or other animal to stand on any Commission property unless securely hitched or in the charge of some competent person. G. Torture, ill-treat or neglect any animal or fowl. H. No person shall discard any wild or domestic animal upon any land or waters under the jurisdic- tion of the parks Commission unless authorized. I. Dog Parks — These areas have been designated by the Commission for the purpose of exercising dogs off leash. While in the areas, all dogs and guard- ians must obey the posted rules, including: Keep dogs on leash until inside enclosure. Maximum of two dogs per visitor. Dogs must have current license, up-to-date vaccinations and respond to voice command. No dogs under four months. Dogs must be accompanied by an adult (age 18 or older) at all times, even inside the enclosure. Owners are responsible for pets at all times. Those creating problems will be asked to leave. Off-leash does not mean out of control. Owners must clean up pet droppings. Bags provided on-site. Lake Sixteen access at Orion Oaks is for dogs only. Section 16. MOLESTING ANIMALS AND BIRDS No person shall hunt any animal in or upon any land or waters under the jurisdiction of the parks commission unless authorized. 6* • 15 Section 12. SKATING AND COASTING A. No person shall use roller skates, in-line skates or skateboards within or upon Commission property, except at such times and upon such places as may be designated or maintained therefore. Personal safety items, such as a helmet, wrist pads and knee pads, are recommended. B. No person shall skate, sled, walk or go upon any ice, or snowshoe, or ski, except at such times and upon such places as may be designated or maintained therefore. C. No person shall within or upon Commission property coast with handsleds, bobs, carts, or other vehicles on wheels or runners except at such times and places as may be designated or maintained therefore. Section 13. PERSONAL CONDUCT A. 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 disturb or annoy others, while in or on any property administered by or under the Commission's jurisdiction. B. It shall be unlawful to conduct or to participate in any form of gambling, lottery or game of chance upon park property except as permitted by state law and approved by the Commission's jurisdiction. C. Alcoholic beverages may be brought into the parks to be consumed in moderate amounts in conjunction with picnics, camping, and reserved group functions. Keg beer is not allowed except by special permission from the park supervisor. At reserved group areas all bever- ages, whether they be alcohol or otherwise, must be served in unbreakable containers. Section 14. PUBLIC EXHIBITION No person shall exhibit any machine or show, or any animal, or indulge in any acrobatic exhibitions in or upon any property of the Commission nor shall any person carry on any performance or do anything whatsoever, 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. 17. Waste Water - All grey/black water must be dis- posed of at the designated park dump station(s). 18. Picnic Areas - Open 8 a.m.-sunset. 19. Emergencies - If you are expecting an emergency message, register your name and campsite number 20. 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. 22. Conduct - It is prohibited to engage in any violent, abusive, loud, boisterous, vulgar, lewd, obscene, or otherwise disorderly conduct; to disturb or annoy other persons; to become drunk and intoxicated or possess, use, deliver or sell controlled substances; or to lie upon walks, roads or paths obstructing the free passage of other persons. 23. Concession Stand - (Weather and staff permitting) Open 8 a.m.-9 p.m. daily or as otherwise posted. The concession will provide camping items i.e. milk, bread, ice. 24. Trash - All garbage is to be placed in receptacles provided for that purpose. All campsites are to be kept clean and presentable. Trash will be picked up each morning. Check with the park management to find out the exact time. 25. Excessive Noise - Sound amplifying equipment, loud- speakers, or public address systems are prohibited unless written permission is given by the parks 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. 26. Large Electrical Appliances - Refrigerators, etc. are not permitted outside trailers. 27. Speed Limit - Maximum vehicle speed is 20 m.p.h. unless otherwise posted. 14• •7 B. CABIN RENTAL Reservations are accepted for cabins only. Rules are posted inside cabins. 1. No pets or smoking allowed for any cabin rentals. 2. Cooking is not permitted inside cabins. No excep- tions. 3. Gas/portable heaters not allowed. 4. Cabins must be cleaned before leaving and left in the same condition as found. 5. All Oakland County Parks rules and regulations must be followed. 6. The parks staff may remove from a cabin any individual or party who is in violation of any Oak- land County Parks rules and regulations. If there is no damage to county property by an evicted group, a cancellation fee will be deducted from a refund for the unused time at the discretion of the park man- ager or assistant manager. 7. No tents allowed at cabins. 8. Occupancy limited to cabin capacity. C. ORGANIZED CLUBS/GROUPS Groups such as travel trailer clubs do not qual) for organizational youth rates and will be required to pay the regular individual camping fee. They will he assigned to designated group areas only through advance reservation. I. Reservations - Must be made in advance by calling or writing the park supervisor. A minimum of 10 trailers for each group area must be guaranteed before a reservation will be accepted. 2. Deposit - The first night's camping fee will be required to reserve an area. This fee will be applied toward the total camping fee. There will be no refunds on cancellations within 60 days. 3. Registration - Once the reservation has been con- firmed, a reserved area will be assigned. Group mem- bers will be issued a vehicle pass at the control station when they register their name. A camping permit will be issued to the group after all members arrive and fees are collected by the club leader. 4. Collection of Fees - A designated person from each group will take fees to the control station as soon as all members of the group arrive. An additional charge will be made for each camping unit with two cars. 5. Renewals - Any club member wishing to stay longer than the club'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 control station. 6. Visitors - Must pay the day-use park fee and leave by sunset, Section 9. MOTOR-DRIVEN VEHICLES It shall be unlawful for any person to: A. Operate a motor-driven vehicle of any kind or nature except on designated roads and parking areas. B. 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. C. Operate any motor-driven sled, toboggan, or snowmo- bile, or any other motor-driven vehicle on any property under the management, supervision or control of the Commission except where permitted by posted notice. D. Operate a trail bike, all-terrain vehicle, or similar type of sport vehicle on any road or property under control of the Commission except where posted. E. Violate provisions of the Motor Vehicle Code Act #300 of the Public Acts of 1949, as amended. This act is hereby adopted in its entirety and made a part and incorporated herein by reference. Section 10. PARKING IN PROHIBITED AREAS Standing for loading or unloading in certain places: A. 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. B. 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. C. It shall be unlawful for the operator of a vehicle to stop, stand or park said vehicle in any area not desig- nated for such purposes. Section 11. OPERATION OF BICYCLES A. 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 oper- ated abreast. B. It shall be unlawful for the operator of any bicycle whereupon any path, trail or roadway to carry any person upon the handlebar or frame of any bicycle, or for any person to so ride upon such bicycle. C. Bicycles may be operated upon such paths, trails, or roadways as may be posted allowing such use; pro- vided, however, no such use shall be allowed between sunset and sunrise. Personal safety items, such as a helmet, are recommended. 8• • 13 I I Section 6. BOATING No person shall bring into, use or navigate any boat, yacht, canoe, raft or other watercraft upon any watercourse, lagoon, lake, reservoir, pond or slough located within or upon the properties administered by or under the Commis- sion's jurisdiction, 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 inflatable devices are prohibited except in des- ignated swimming areas. Belly boats and other specialty flotation equipment may be used if approved by the Supervisor. U.S. Coastguard approved individual flotation jacket or vest must be properly worn by all occupants. No gasoline powered watercrafts are allowed on any Commis- sion waterway. Electric motors are not to exceed 24 foot pounds of thrust/24 volt system. Section 7. FEES AND CHARGES It shall be unlawful for any person to use any facility, land or area for which a fee and charge has been established by the Commission without payment for such fee or charge, unless authorized in writing by the Commission. Section 8. PERMITS D. YOUTH ORGANIZATION CAMP 1. An organization camp is a group of youngsters, who are members of a recognized organization, camping with their adult leaders. These campers will be placed in an organized campground area or special area set aside for such use. Each group must have one adult leader for every five youths. 2. Camping area will be reserved in advance. No deposit is required. 3. Tent camping only, unless a trailer or camper will be used as a first aid station or headquarters. 4. No trenching around tents. No ground fires are permitted unless in designated fire circles. 5. Dishwater should be deposited in designated recep- tacles. All garbage shall be placed in plastic bags and deposited in a central pick-up spot each evening. No clothesline will be left up after sundown. 6. All persons will be restricted to their campsites after dark. There is a curfew after dark. Quiet hours will be observed. 7. It is unlawful to cut, injure, destroy or pick any plant, tree, flower or shrub; or to damage any property operated by the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission. 8. The "buddy system" must be enforced. All injuries must be reported to the park supervisor. A. Application for a permit for reserved park space shall be made upon forms furnished by the Commission. B. In the event more applications for reserved park space are received than space is available, such applications shall be considered in the chronological order received. C. Nothing contained herein shall operate to exempt the users of reserved space from full compliance with all rules of the Commission relating to use and conduct on Commission property. D. No erection, construction or maintenance shall be made above or below ground, across or beneath the Commission property by any person, firm or corpora- tion 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. E. Notwithstanding any of the provisions hereof, the Commission or its agent may, upon written applica- tion, grant specific use permits for special uses when in the opinion of the commission or its agents special consideration is warranted. 12. •9 IMPORTANT VIOLATIONS OF ANY OF THE ABOVE RULES AND REGULATIONS MAY BE CAUSE FOR REMOVAL FROM THE PARK. The violators may also be subject to civil and criminal penalties. LAPEER COUN'T GENESEE COUNTY L PI! VAVAVh. Jr CD 0110P4 (110SE ik OAKS SPIINGFKI.D OAKS CLARK. ETON viv 10 la 174; Iel 5; :3 OAKS 1Y UNION LAKE VILATEIFOK OAKS ONTIA4 [—kir "FORD 4 HILT ID Kr at. cuL IX001 OAK ROYAL CAlt 1.41:450 LILL CD. i'TPE COUN'Y I. . ONG REcx.trriot. 6--f/2,s/0 1 County Execoti, Oat* )-'FREB L:11 Doks Ps , Resolution #03085 April 17, 2003 Moved by Patterson supported by Scott the resolution be adopted. AYES: Gregory, Hatchett, Jamian, Knollenberg, Law, Long, McMillin, Middleton, Moffitt, Moss, Palmer, Patterson, Potter, Rogers, Scott, Suarez, Zack, Bullard, Coleman, Coulter, Crawford, Douglas. (22) NAYS: None. (0) A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the resolution was adopted. STATE OF MICHIGAN) COUNTY OF OAKLAND) I, G. William Caddell, 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 April 17, 2003, 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 17th day of April, 2003. G. William Caddell, Coulity-Cierk