Centerburg Local School District
Bylaws & Policies
 

7510 - USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES

The Board of Education believes that the school facilities of this District should be made available for community purposes, provided that such use does not infringe on the original and necessary purpose of the property or interfere with the educational program of the schools and is harmonious with the purposes of this District. (See Policy 2430 and Policy 5730)

The Board will permit the use of school facilities when such permission has been requested in writing by a responsible organization or a group. The building principal shall oversee all use of school buildings. The Board of Education must approve the fee structure for the rental of the facilities.

School groups have first priority in using the building at no charge as approved by the principal. All other groups will be served on a first come first serve basis.

All groups using the buildings or part thereof, will be held financially responsible for damages and all facilities are to be left in as good a condition as when found.

Should all or any part of the District's community be struck by a disaster, the Board shall make District grounds and/or facilities available when requested by local, State, or Federal authorities. Various groups should meet with the Superintendent to establish a disaster preparedness plan in order to ensure that proper procedures are established to minimize confusion, inefficiency, and disruption of the educational program. (R.C. 5915.02-.08)

The Superintendent shall develop procedures for the granting of permission to use school facilities and shall promulgate administrative guidelines for such use which may include:

 A.A member of the custodial staff shall be present whenever outside organizations use the building.
 B.Whenever a school kitchen is being used by persons other than school employees, a member of the cafeteria staff shall be present and in full authority over the use of specialized equipment.
 C.No use should be authorized if it presents a hazard or potential hazard to the health, safety, morals, or educational advancement of the youth of the community.
 D.Lessee specifically states that it has inspected said premises and it is familiar with same and said lessee agrees to assume all risks, if any, in connection with its use of the premises. Lessee specifically covenants with lessor that it will save and hold lessor harmless from any and all liability to any agent, quest or invitee of said lessee or to any persons who are in or about said premises pursuant to this lease. Said clause is to be construed to protect lessor, its agents, successors, and assigns.
 E.Persons or organizations making use of the building may be charged only for actual expenses incurred, a regularly established rate, or they may be granted use of the building without charge if they are approved by the administration or Board for such free use. In general, such usage shall be restricted to charitable and nonprofit making organizations.
 F.The Board always reserves the right to waive any and all charges listed herein for any and all persons and organizations. The Board also reserves the right to deny permission for use of buildings.
 G.Facilities shall also be made available to any certified candidate for public office and any recognized political party or organization for the purpose of conducting public discussions of public questions and issues. The facilities shall be free of charge and available only after regular school hours. Users shall abide by all District guidelines and rules regarding the use of District grounds and facilities and be liable for any damage incurred. Under no circumstances shall the grounds or facilities be used to raise funds for political purposes.

R.C. 3313.75 - .79, 3501.29
P.L. 98-377

Revised 9/14/92
Revised 3/13/95
Revised 10/9/95