| Massillon City School District |
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7510 - USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES
The Board 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, a group of at least seven (7) citizens, or an individual offering a service to members of the community and has been approved by the Superintendent.
When 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.
The use of school facilities shall not be granted for:
| A. | private social functions such as weddings; | |
| B. | any purpose which is prohibited by law. |
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, at no charge, for the housing, feeding, and care of victims or potential victims when requested by local State, or Federal authorities. The Superintendent shall meet with governmental authorities 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 including a schedule of fees which, together with the costs used to determine such fees, must be approved by the Board and shall promulgate administrative guidelines for such use which shall include:
| A. | Each user shall present evidence of the purchase of organizational liability insurance to the limit prescribed by District rules or sign a waiver and "hold harmless" statement. | |
| B. | Use of school equipment in conjunction with the use of school facilities must be specifically requested in writing, and may be granted by the procedure by which permission to use facilities is granted. The users of school equipment must accept liability for any damage or loss to such equipment that occurs while it is in their use. Where rules so specify, no item of equipment may be used except by a qualified operator. |
R.C. 3313.75-.79, 3501-29
P.L. 98-377
Revised 2/93
Revised 2/26/96