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CHAPTER 12 – PARKS AND RECREATION

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Chapter 12: Parks & Recreation Regulations

This document outlines the rules and regulations for the use of parks and recreational areas within the Borough.

Definitions

  • PARK or PARKS: Includes all parks, playgrounds, recreation areas, tennis courts, beaches, structures, facilities, and any land or property under the Borough Council's jurisdiction for park purposes.
  • PERSON: Any natural person, corporation, organization, company, association, or partnership.
  • RULES AND REGULATIONS: Rules promulgated by the Borough Council.

Park Hours

  • Parks are open daily at hours designated by the Borough Council.
  • No person is permitted in a park between 11:00 p. m. and sunrise unless special permission is granted by the Borough Council or Recreation Board.

Prohibited Conduct

The following actions are prohibited in any park:

  • Damaging or removing trees, plants, turf, buildings, signs, fixtures, or other Borough property.
  • Littering; waste must be disposed of in designated receptacles.
  • Starting fires except in designated fireplaces or areas.
  • Removing benches, seats, tables, or other appliances without permission.
  • Injuring or removing posted notices or rules; no unauthorized signs may be posted.
  • Setting up booths, stands, or tables for sale of articles/services without permission.
  • Operating vehicles, bicycles, or conveyances except in designated areas or in a reckless manner.
  • Operating commercial vehicles unless providing authorized services.
  • Playing ball, swimming, golfing, pitching horseshoes, archery, camping, launching boats, or using metal detectors except in designated areas.
  • Disrobing or changing clothes except in designated buildings or facilities.
  • Disturbing the peace to annoy other users.
  • Operating snowmobiles, minibikes, motorcycles, or other recreational vehicles except on designated roads, trails, or areas.
  • Using threatening, abusive, insulting, profane, or obscene language.
  • Committing disorderly or immoral acts.
  • Holding public meetings, rallies, or special events without compliance with Chapter 10 (Licenses & Permits).
  • Disobeying orders from police officers, Borough Council members, Recreation Board members, or other authorized persons.
  • Hunting, capturing, or killing wild birds or animals.
  • Allowing pets to run at large out of control.
  • Animal Restrictions: Animals are prohibited in the following specific locations:
    • Center Ward Playground (bordered by Cherry, Alton, and Milton Streets)
    • East Ward Playground (bordered by Ogle, Triumph, and Caroline Streets)
    • Memorial Field (bordered by West, Ogle, Marian Streets, and the former railroad)
    • Exception: This rule does not apply to guide dogs for blind persons or dogs assisting other physically handicapped persons.

Fishing

  • All state laws pertaining to fishing apply in parks and recreation areas.

Reservation for Specific Uses

  • Park use is generally on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Reservations can be made for:
    • League games (via annual permission from the Recreation Board).
    • School or college athletic games, practices, contests, or exhibitions.
    • Regularly scheduled school district or municipal recreation programs.
    • Other specific requested uses (via permission from the Recreation Board).

Authority to Close Areas

  • The Borough Police Department may close recreation facilities that become hazardous due to weather, water, fire, or unforeseeable conditions.

Tobacco-Free Zones

  • The use of any tobacco product is prohibited in the following areas where children are present:
    • Entire Property:
      • East Ward Playground
      • Center Ward Playground
      • Memorial Field
      • Young Peoples Community Center
      • Lions Field
      • Ebensburg Tennis Center
    • Within 50 feet of the fenced area of Lake Field.
  • Signs will be posted to delineate these areas.

Enforcement and Penalties

  • Enforcement: Borough police officers are responsible for enforcing these provisions.
  • Penalties: Violation of any provision is punishable by a fine of up to $600 plus costs, and/or imprisonment for up to 30 days. Each day a violation continues constitutes a separate offense.
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