Parks & Recreation Commission

BO AR D M EM BE R S Erin Zamarro, Chair Andrew Bartholomew Nick Chacharone Brian Dardy Eric Stratton Andrew Serrato PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION Nataile Turner MEETING AGENDA C ON T A CT Thursday December 4, 2025 @ 6:30 PM • 50 Officer Manny Familia Way • Worcester, MA 01605 Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Administrative Office – Meeting Room A • Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 PM 50 Officer Manny Familia Way Worcester, MA 01605 • Phone: 508-799-1190 • Email: Parks@worcesterma.gov • Website: The Parks & Recreation Commission meeting will be held in-person at the date, time and location listed above. Meeting attendees will www.worcesterma.gov/parks additionally have options to participate remotely by joining online or by phone: The Parks & Recreation Commission is committed to ensuring that its public meetings are accessible • Use the following link to join the meeting via computer: to all. 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If you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the meeting, please reach out to the staff contact listed. While boards and commissions do their best to accommodate you, certain accommodations may not be DI V IS IO N S TA F F available if requested within short notice of the scheduled meeting. Requests for American Sign Language interpretation must be made 10 Robert C. Antonelli Jr. Commissioner business days or more in advance of the meeting. Jeffery Tomanio, Parks & Recreation Para más información sobre esta reunión, comuníquese con el Coordinator Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery, Hope Cemetery Division Mily Pacheco, Staff Assistant III por correo electrónico al correo Parks@worcesterma.gov o por teléfono Melissa Richford, Principal Clerk al 508-799-1190. Envíe sus comentarios por escrito 3 días hábiles o Scott Morin, Director of Maintenance más antes de la reunión. Si necesita adaptaciones razonables para participar en la reunión, comuníquese con el contacto del personal John Grant, General Foreman indicado en la lista. Aunque las juntas y comisiones hacen todo lo 1 U P CO MI N G M EE TI N GS posible para atenderle, algunas adaptaciones podrían no estar DECEMBER 18, 2025 disponibles si se solicitan con poca anticipación a la reunión programada. Las solicitudes de interpretación de lenguaje de señas JANUARY 29, 2026 estadounidense deben hacerse 10 días hábiles o más antes de la reunión. FEBRUARY 26, 2026 MARCH 19, 2026 1. Call to Order – 6:30 PM APRIL 16, 2026 2. Attendance (Roll Call) MAY 14, 2026 JUNE 11, 2026 3. Acceptance of Minutes (November 20, 2025) 4. Public Participation There will be a two (2) hour time limit for this meeting unless a majority of the commission members present vote to extend the allotted time. 5. Public Participation (Agenda Items); A person may speak for no more than three (3) minutes in total on any item appearing on the agenda. 6. Commissioner Report a) Request review and approval of the Parks & Recreation Fee Schedule for 2026 b) Review of 2025 Concession Process (no changes planned for 2026) 7. Old Business The individual / organization / group who has placed an item on the agenda may speak for no more than five (5) minutes in total on the item they have submitted. a) Request of District 4 City Councilor Luis A. Ojeda Sr., the Worcester City Council, Mayor Jospeh M. Petty and the Green Island Residents Group to begin the naming process of the building located in Crompton Park in in honor of Lorraine M. Laurie. b) Request review and approval of the Parks & Recreation Rules & Regulations for 2026 c) Request of Park Spirit of Worcester to discuss the attached documents (from the October 16, 2025, Agenda) as it pertains to Park Land used for non- park purposes. 2  d) Request of Commissioner Stratton to have the Law Department review items 1, 2, 3 & 4 within three months. 8. New Business Agenda items must be submitted three (3) business days before each Commission meeting with subject line “Agenda Item” to Parks@worcesterma.gov and reply satisfactorily to any required follow-up requests sent by the Parks and Recreation Commission. The individual / organization / group who has placed an item on the agenda may speak for no more than five (5) minutes in total on the item they have submitted. a) Request of Commissioner 9. Tabled Business To take an item off the table, a motion must be made by a member of the Commission, seconded and approved by a majority vote of the members present. The item can then be discussed at the next meeting. a) NA 10. Meeting Adjourned (Roll Call) 3  Department of Parks, Recreation, & Cemetery Parks & Recreation Division 50 Officer Manny Familia Way, Worcester, MA 01605 P| 508-799-1190 F| 508-799-1293 parks@worcesterma.gov PARKS & RECREATION FEES & CHARGES POLICY 2026 (Draft) EVENT PERMITS: 1. Organizations, groups, and individuals may obtain Parks permits for specific locations, dates, and times as requested on the application and subject to approval. 2. A $260.00 deposit is required for all special event permits. This fee will be used to reduce staff costs for an event. 3. A $400.00 trash removal/disposal fee will be charged and may increase based on the size of the event. This fee covers city staff picking up trash that has been bagged and placed in a central location, as well as the transportation and disposal of that trash. This fee does not include facility clean-up while the event is taking place or at the end of an event. No discounts will be given for this fee. 4. A minimum charge of $260.00 will apply for one staff member (4-hour minimum at $65.00 per hour) which would include trash. Additional staff fees will (may be required as deemed necessary by the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division Department of Parks, Recreation, & Cemetery (DPRC) based on the permit holder’s request, impacts on a park, and the length of the event, including setup and breakdown times. Each additional staff member will be a minimum of 4 hours for at $260.00. (There will be NO discounts given for this fee) 5. Additional fees may be charged if trash is left in the park after the event, even if the applicant indicated on the permit application that they would remove all trash. (There will be NO discounts given for this fee) 6. If an Electrician is required, a minimum charge of $260.00 for one electrician (4-hour minimum at $65.00 per hour) will be assessed. Any additional hours, including setup and/or breakdown time, will be billed at $65.00 per hour. An Electrician will be required for the full event duration, including setup and breakdown if an electrical setup using city supplied electric is requested/used. The electrician is there for the purpose of electrical needs only. If the event exceeds the initial 4 hours, each additional hour will be charged $65 per hour. (There will be NO discounts given for this fee) SPECIAL EVENTS/FUNCTIONS: Organizations, groups, and individuals requesting a permit for events will be charged fees based on the permit holder’s request, impacts on a park, and the length of the event, including setup and breakdown times. Additional fees may be charged by other departments and determined on an individual basis, including staffing or any requested services. PORTABLE STAGE FEE: A fee of $1,040.00 will be charged for delivery, setup, breakdown, pickup, and transportation of the portable stage within the City of Worcester. The stage is a metal 24’x24’ stage (not ADA accessible). It may be used completely open or with back at 24’x 15’.6” (There will be NO discounts given for this fee) SPORT PERMITS: 1. Fees will be charged for field use, permits issued to youth groups, individuals or organizations that are city residents under the age of 18. These include but are not limited to (softball, baseball, football, soccer, rugby, hockey, basketball, lacrosse, handball, tennis, cricket, field hockey, street hockey or any other sport) This fee can be reduced or waived if the youth league is a 501C3 non-profit and/or completes regular maintenance on their field. (Discounts do not apply to staff costs) 2. Fees will be charged to organizations, individuals or leagues that are for profit – (There will be NO discounts given for this fee) 3. There is a two (2) hour minimum for all permits, per day 4. 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM OFF PEAK HOURS for fields/rinks/courts 5. 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM PEAK HOURS for fields/rinks/courts (All fields close at 10:00 PM unless approved by the city, if additional hours are approved the fees will be based on peak hour cost.) SPORT PERMITS FEES: Grass Fields Non-profit 1. $22.50/Hr./Field for off peak hours prior to 6:00 PM 2. $45.00/Hr./Field for peak hours after 6:00 PM For-profit 1. $45.00/Hr./Field for off peak hours prior to 6:00 PM 2. $90.00/Hr./Field for peak hours after 6:00 PM Synthetic Fields All practice and games need to start on the even hours at these fields no exceptions. 1. $150.00 per hour with a minimum of two hours. Synthetic fields may require staff at games. There will be NO discounts given for this fee TOURNAMENT PERMITS: 1. $940.00 per field per day non-synthetic fields flat fee (additional fees will be added based on the permit needs. Tournaments may require staff.) There will be NO discounts given for this fee 2. $2200.00 per field per day synthetic field fee (additional fees will be added based on permit needs. Tournaments may require staff.) There will be NO discounts given for this fee 3. Synthetic fields may require staff at games. There will be NO discounts given for this fee CANCELLATION POLICY: A 24-hour written cancellation notice (email acceptable) is required and must be confirmed/approved by the Department of Parks, Recreation, & Cemetery (DPRC) to avoid additional fees. All weekend/holiday cancellations must be received by 10:00 AM on the last business day prior to the event and must be confirmed/approved by the DPRC STAFF. REFUND POLICY: Refunds will NOT be given unless cancelled in writing within the required timeframe noted in the cancellation policy. All cancellation requests must be confirmed and approved by DPRC staff. Confirmation/approval is deemed confirmed when the event representative receives a written confirmation/email from the Parks Administration. The full cost will be charged to those who do not cancel on time. An email sent to parks@worcesterma.gov will also be accepted as a written cancellation with a follow up call to 508-799-1190. FEE STRUCTURE: Filing false information with the City of Worcester Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery may result in the revocation of any permit issued. Organizations, groups, or individuals found to have submitted false information may be required to appear before the Parks & Recreation Commission to address the matter. Additionally, any future permit requests from these parties would require approval from the Parks & Recreation Commission. Approved by the Worcester Parks & Recreation Commission XXXXXXXX-XX- XXXX  Department of Public Works & Parks Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division 50 Officer Manny Familia Way, Worcester, MA 01605 P | 508-799-1190 F | 508-799-1293 parks@worcesterma.gov February 18, 2025 CITY OF WORCESTER – REQUEST FOR VENDORS / 8373-W5 CONCESSION VENDORS - 2025 PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS NOTIFICATION Mobile concessions season specifications for 2025 are available at the following locations: City of Worcester Purchasing Division 455 Main Street – City Hall Room 201 Worcester, MA 01608 Open Bids | City of Worcester, MA Please refer all questions pertaining to this request for vendors to Purchasing Director, Christopher J. Gagliastro, via email at gagliastroc@worcesterma.gov Note: All special events, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Applicants must be 21 year of age or over. Food proposals (are to include all edible items similar to ice cream, hot dogs, drinks, etc.). Novelty proposals (are limited to wears and toys). These are two (2) separate proposals for each park (Food & Novelty). All Event Permits will take precedent over vending permits. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. The City of Worcester reserves the right to reject any and all proposals. SUBMISSION / SELECTION PROCESS Proposals are for each park and type of vending. Please see the pricing page at the end of this form. Each proposal must be sealed in an envelope with a price list of menu items / items for sale. Please label proposal: CONCESSION VENDOR - 2025 A single vendor will be selected via a lottery system for each park and type of vending (Food, Novelty) and for the amount specified for each park. There is no price bidding. Vendors will select the park they wish to locate and type of vending they wish to sell. Vendors may select multiple locations, but no more than four. A vendor that wins a location via the lottery will be removed from the remaining locations available via the lottery. Purchasing Director will conduct the lottery in an open and fair manner. The results of the lottery are final. The lottery will be held at 10:00 AM one week after proposals are due in the Esther Howland Chamber at City Hall, 455 Main Street. All vendors are welcome to attend. ADDITIONAL VENDORS ALLOWED Each awarded vendor, at their sole discretion, will be allowed to have one additional vendor of the same type of vending at the facility they are awarded. The awarded vendor will be responsible for the additional vendor including but not limited to scheduling, safety, certifications, adherences to the City of Worcester rules & regulations and proper operation of the additional vendor. The awarded vendor shall not charge the additional vendor more than 50% (Fifty Percent) of the awarded vendors payment to the City of Worcester. The additional vendor shall pay the awarded vendor. The additional vendor will be required to complete all the required paperwork as the awarded vendor. OPERATIONS / PERMITTING All successful proposals must complete the City of Worcester Parks Concession application and all paperwork required by the city upon award. A copy of the application is attached to this request for vendors. The successful vendor is responsible for maintaining and operating a clean and attractive food or novelty business with all proper documentation and permits (available for review at any time) as required by Federal, State and Local rules and regulations. Vendor must have a trash barrel. All refuse and rubbish must be removed at the expense of the vendor, and an effort made to pick up the litter around the area in the park or playground where the concessionaire is stationed. No employees or equipment of the city are to be used by the awarded vendor. Vending permits are strictly for vending. If found using vending permit for other than just vending your permit may be suspended and you may need to attend a Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting to discuss the specific issue. The City of Worcester reserves the right to rotate vending locations every two weeks or as necessary due to wear and tear. Any stationary vendor must obtain additional permits needed for vending setup. Amplified sound must meet the City of Worcester Noise Ordinance. Vendors must supply their own supplies, power, equipment, etc. Nothing can be staked into the ground. Everything must be stake-less. City staff may visit sites unannounced to inspect operations and ensure proper maintenance of the site. The city will accept equal monthly payments on the following dates: April 1, May 1, June 1, July 1, and August 1. If the date falls on a weekend payment must be made on the next business day. Non-payment is a breach of contract and maybe grounds for immediate suspension and/or termination of vending agreement. Late payments received more than twenty (20) business days after a payment is due may be subject to a penalty of up to 10% of the amount due. Three or more late payments (twenty (20) business days of the due date) may result in immediate termination of the vending agreement. Vehicles are prohibited in any park, on grass areas, on sidewalks or on the Worcester Common. If interested in accessing a park with a vehicle City staff will be required and the location will be determined by parks staff. There is a fee of $65.00 per hour with a minimum of four consecutive hours for each request. No alcoholic beverages shall be sold at any time. The City of Worcester DPW & Parks; Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division has approved the free lunch program at all Parks.  CITY OF WORCESTER NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE CONCESSION VENDORS PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS SPECIFICATIONS 2025 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER Green Hill Park - Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $600.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located in parking lot A, B or C. Also Note: Concessionaire will not be allowed to sell any items on or around Green Hill Municipal Golf Course or Clubhouse at any time. Institute Park- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $300.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located on Salisbury Street. Crompton Park - Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $800.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located in the Canton Street parking lot or Quinsigamond Ave only. Kendrick Park - Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Joe Schwartz Little League has permission from the Parks and Recreation Commission to sell refreshments during the year, and this bid will not exclude them from selling. Food proposal cost is: $350.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located in the parking lot near the basketball court. Cristoforo Columbo Park - Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $800.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located in the parking lot near the spray park or if vending from a pushcart near the entrance of the spray park. Lake Park - Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $400.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located in the upper parking lot off Bigelow Davis Parkway. Also Note: Concessionaire will not be allowed to sell at State High School District Games in June (Dates to be announced) or State and Regional Tournaments in July & August. (Dates to be announced) and/or other events approved by the Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. Beaver Brook- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Ted Williams Little League, Worcester Vikings & Worcester Renegades have permission from the Parks & Recreation Commission to sell refreshments during the year. Food proposal cost is: $400.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located in the Mann St. or Chandler St. parking lots. Elm Park- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $1,000.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located on Russell Street. University Park- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $200.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located on Gates St or Illinois St. City Hall Common- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $1,000.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor location will be determined once vendor is selected. Greenwood- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $400.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located on Forsberg St near the spray park. Blithewood- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $200.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located in the parking lot. Holmes Field - Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $200.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located along Plantation Street. Vernon Hill - Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $200.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located in the parking on Ames Street. Newton Hill- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $200.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located on Pleasant St. near the tennis courts. Knights of Columbus- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $200.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located in the parking lot. Great Brook Valley- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $200.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located in the parking lot. Also Note: This facility will be closed for renovations in 2025. Mulcahy- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $200.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located in parking lot. Logan Field- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $200.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located on Mill Street near the main entrance. Indian Hill- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Joe Schwartz Little League has permission from the Parks and Recreation Commission to sell refreshments during the year, and this bid will not exclude them from selling. Food proposal cost is: $200.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located in the parking lot. Coal Mine Brook- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $200.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located in parking lot. Farber Field- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $500.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located at the dedicated location on the field side. Glodis Field- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $500.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located in the parking lot. Phil O’Connell Field- Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $500.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Awarded vendor must be located on Grove St. BATHING BEACHES Indian Lake Beach Clason Road - Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. Beaches are scheduled to open on Monday June 30, 2025, and will close on Sunday August 17, 2025. This timing may change due to staffing limitations, budgeting and weather. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $500.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Bidder must be located in the parking lot. Coes Pond Mill Street - Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. Beaches are scheduled to open on Monday June 30, 2025, and will close on Sunday August 17, 2025. This timing may change due to staffing limitations, budgeting and weather. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $500.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Bidder must be located on Mill St. Shore Park Beach Shore Drive - Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. Beaches are scheduled to open on Monday June 30, 2025, and will close on Sunday August 17, 2025. This timing may change due to staffing limitations, budgeting and weather. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $500.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Bidder must be located in the parking lot. Bell Pond Vending will be allowed on or about April 1, 2025 (depending on when parks are open for the season), through December 31, 2025, during the hours of 8:00 AM- sunset, except for those facilities that have a sports field lighting system that are active at the facility. In this case the hours would end at sunset or 8:00 PM, whichever is latest. There will be no vending on Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. Beaches are scheduled to open on Monday June 30, 2025, and will close on Sunday August 17, 2025. This timing may change due to staffing limitations, budgeting and weather. All special events, leagues, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Food proposal cost is: $500.00 Novelty proposal cost is: $200.00 Location: Bidder must be located in the parking lot. Proposal Requirements • Price list / Menu of all items to be sold must be submitted with proposal. • Proposals are per location (Please check location and Food or Novelty on form below) • Vendors may select up to four locations Item Park / Location Food Bid Novelty Bid________ 1. Green Hill Park____________________________________________________________ 2. Crompton Park 3. Kendrick Park_____________________________________________________________ 4. Cristoforo Columbo Park____________________________________________________ 5. Lake Park________________________________________________________________ 6. Beaver Brook_____________________________________________________________ 7. Institute Park_____________________________________________________________ 8. Elm Park_________________________________________________________________ 9. University Park___________________________________________________________ 10. City Hall Common_________________________________________________________ 11. Greenwood______________________________________________________________ 12. Blithewood______________________________________________________________ 13. Holmes Field_____________________________________________________________ 14. Vernon Hill_______________________________________________________________ 15. Newton Hill______________________________________________________________ 16. Knights Of Columbus_______________________________________________________ 17. Great Brook Valley_________________________________________________________ 18. Mulcahy_________________________________________________________________ 19. Logan Field_______________________________________________________________ 20. Indian Hill________________________________________________________________ 21. Coal Mine Brook__________________________________________________________ 22. Farber Field______________________________________________________________ 23. Glodis Field______________________________________________________________ 24. Phil O’Connell Field________________________________________________________ Bathing Beaches: 25. Indian Lake Beach (Clason Road)_____________________________________________ 26. Coes Pond (Mill Street)_____________________________________________________ 27. Shore Park Beach (Shore Drive) ______________________________________________ 28. Bell Pond (Belmont St)_____________________________________________________ Name of Vendor: Contact Person: Phone #:________________________Email:__________________________________________ Signature: Date: Sealed proposals must be delivered by 10:00 AM on March 19, 2025: City Of Worcester Purchasing Division, 455 Main Street, Room 201, City Hall, Worcester, MA 01608 Late submissions will not be accepted.  Administration & Finance – Purchasing Division Christopher J. Gagliastro, MCPPO – Purchasing Director 455 Main Street, Room 201, Worcester, MA 01608 P | 508-799-1220 purchasing@worcesterma.gov February 20, 2025 To All Vendors: Subject: 8373-W5, Concession Vendors – 2025 / Parks & Playgrounds ADDENDUM NO. 1 With reference to our vendor request relative to the above subject, please refer to the changes/modifications/clarifications to the original bid request. ELM PARK • VENDORS ARE ADVISED THAT THE PLAYGROUND AT ELM PARK WILL BE UNDERGOING RENOVATIONS IN SPRING – 2025. CONSTRUCTION WORK IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN AROUND APRIL 1, 2025 AND BE COMPLETED JUNE 14, 2205. Bidders are requested to acknowledge and/or include this addendum with bid. All other terms, conditions and specifications remain unchanged. Very truly yours, Christopher J. Gagliastro Purchasing Director  Administration & Finance – Purchasing Division Christopher J. Gagliastro, MCPPO – Purchasing Director 455 Main Street, Room 201, Worcester, MA 01608 P | 508-799-1220 purchasing@worcesterma.gov February 21, 2025 To All Vendors: Subject: 8373-W5, Concession Vendors – 2025 / Parks & Playgrounds ADDENDUM NO. 2 With reference to our vendor request relative to the above subject, please refer to the changes/modifications/clarifications to the original bid request. CONCESSION VENDOR LOTTERY LIST - 2025 The lottery to be conducted on 3/26/25 will be done in the following order of locations. 1. ELM PARK 2. CITY HALL COMMON 3. CROMPTON PARK 4. CRISTOFORO COLOMBO PARK 5. GREEN HILL PARK 6. FARBER FIELD 7. GLODIS FIELD 8. PHIL O’CONNELL FIELD 9. INDIAN LAKE BEACH (CLASON ROAD) 10. COES POND BEACH (MILL STREET) 11. SHORE PARK BEACH (SHORE DRIVE) 12. BELL POND BEACH (BELMONT STREET) 13. LAKE PARK 14. BEAVER BROOK PARK 15. GREENWOOD PARK 16. KENDRICK PARK 17. INSTITUTE PARK 18. BLITHEWOOD PLAYGROUND 19. HOLMES FIELD 20. VERNON HILL PARK 21. NEWTON HILL PARK 22. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS PARK 23. GREAT BROOK VALLEY PARK 24. MULCAHY FIELD 25. LOGAN FIELD 26. INDIAN HILL PARK 27. COAL MINE BROOK PARK 28. UNIVERSITY PARK Bidders are requested to acknowledge and/or include this addendum with bid. All other terms, conditions and specifications remain unchanged. Christopher J. Gagliastro - Purchasing Director  Administration & Finance – Purchasing Division Christopher J. Gagliastro, MCPPO – Purchasing Director 455 Main Street, Room 201, Worcester, MA 01608 4 P | 508-799-1220 purchasing@worcesterma.gov February 24, 2025 To All Vendors: Subject: 8373-W5, Concession Vendors – 2025 / Parks & Playgrounds ADDENDUM NO. 3 With reference to our vendor request relative to the above subject, please refer to the changes/modifications/clarifications to the original bid request. CONCESSION VENDOR LOTTERY CLARIFICATION Any location that receives a single bid will be awarded to that bidder, pending approval by Parks Department staff. Winning a location via lottery does NOT remove a vendor from consideration for those locations that receive a single bid. Bidders are requested to acknowledge and/or include this addendum with bid. All other terms, conditions and specifications remain unchanged. Very truly yours, Christopher J. Gagliastro Purchasing Director  Department of Public Works & Parks Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division 50 Officer Manny Familia Way, Worcester, MA 01605 P | 508-799-1190 F | 508-799-1293 parks@worcesterma.gov CITY OF WORCESTER PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS CONCESSION APPLICATION 2025 Name of Awarded Facility: Today’s Date: Name of Business: Website: Name of Applicant: Email: Address: City: State: Zip: Cell Phone#: ________________ Alternate Phone #: ________________ Date Registered as Business: What City: SS# or Fed. Tax ID: ____________ Ma Tax#: ________________ Have you ever held a concession license with the City of Worcester, Parks, Recreation, Cemetery Division: ________Yes ________ No What products will you be vending? _ _ Do you hold a valid state hawkers and peddlers license? _____ Yes _____No (provide a copy of the license) License # __________________ Do you hold a valid SERV safe license? ______Yes _______No (provide a copy of the license) License # _______________________ Do you have licenses from Worcester health & human services-public health & code division? _____ Yes ____ No (provide a copy of all licenses) Do you have a valid Allergen Awareness Certification? _____ Yes ____ No (provide a copy of all licenses) Do you have insurance? ____ Yes _______No (Need to provide binder With City of Worcester As additional insurer) Do you have photos of mobile/pushcart or concession items _____ Yes ______ No (Need to provide photos) Note: All special events, construction, maintenance, environmental concerns, weather, weather related aftermaths, unforeseen issues or other items/issues that may occur are excluded from this contract and the city will not issue refunds for these issues. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. Applicants must be 21 year of age or over. Food proposals (are to include all edible items similar to ice cream, hot dogs, drinks, etc.). Novelty proposals (are limited to wears and toys). These are two (2) separate proposals for each park (Food & Novelty). 1 Initials: __________ All Event Permits will take precedent over vending permits. It will be the event organizers decision on who they will allow as vendors during their event. The City of Worcester reserves the right to reject any and all proposals. Each awarded vendor will be allowed to have one additional vendor of the same type of vending at the facility they are awarded. The awarded vendor will be responsible for the additional vendor including but not limited to scheduling, safety, certifications, adherences to the City of Worcester rules & regulations and proper operation of the additional vendor. The awarded vendor shall not charge the additional vendor more than 50% (Fifty Percent) of the awarded vendors payment to the City of Worcester. The additional vendor shall pay the awarded vendor. The additional vendor will be required to complete all the required paperwork as the awarded vendor. The successful vendor is responsible for maintaining and operating a clean and attractive food or novelty business with all proper documentation and permits (available for review at any time) as required by Federal, State and Local rules and regulations. Vendor must have a trash barrel. All refuse and rubbish must be removed at the expense of the vendor, and an effort made to pick up the litter around the area in the park or playground where the concessionaire is stationed. No employees or equipment of the city are to be used by the awarded vendor. Vending permits are strictly for vending. If found using vending permit for other than just vending your permit may be suspended and you may need to attend a Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting to discuss the specific issue. The City of Worcester reserves the right to rotate vending locations every two weeks or as necessary due to wear and tear. Any stationary vendor must obtain additional permits needed for vending setup. Amplified sound must meet the City of Worcester Noise Ordinance. Vendors must supply their own supplies, power, equipment, etc. Nothing can be staked into the ground. Everything must be stake-less. City staff may visit sites unannounced to inspect operations and ensure proper maintenance of the site. The city will accept equal monthly payments on the following dates: April 1, May 1, June 1, July 1, and August 1. If the date falls on a weekend payment must be made on the next business day. Non-payment is a breach of contract and maybe grounds for immediate suspension and/or termination of vending agreement. Late payments received more than twenty (20) business days after a payment is due may be subject to a penalty of up to 10% of the amount due. Three or more late payments (twenty (20) business days of the due date) may result in immediate termination of the vending agreement. Vehicles are prohibited in any park, on grass areas, on sidewalks or on the Worcester Common. If interested in accessing a park with a vehicle City staff will be required and the location will be determined by parks staff. There is a fee of $65.00 per hour with a minimum of four consecutive hours for each request. No alcoholic beverages shall be sold at any time. The City of Worcester DPW & Parks; Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division has approved the free lunch program at all Parks. 2 Initials: ___________  Inspectional Services-Food Division If checked “Yes” below, or if required by the city, applicant must contact Inspectional Service 25 Meade Street at 508-799-1198 x 33030 or inspections@worcesterma.gov. A copy of all permits must then be submitted to Parks to complete the application process. _____ Yes _____ No Will you be serving food? Copy of the food permit will be required by Parks. Oil will not be allowed to be disposed of in sewer drains, a disposal plan must be submitted with The application. _____Yes _____ No Will you be having food trucks? *All food trucks must have the proper permits Fire Prevention Department If checked “Yes” below, or if required by the city, applicant must contact Fire Prevention – 141 Grove Street at 508-799-1821 or wfd@worcesterma.gov. A copy of all permits must then be submitted to Parks to complete the application process. _____ Yes _____ No Will you be using Grills? What size Grill? ____________ How many grills? __________ (A permit from the Fire Department may be required if using propane grills. If using a charcoal grill, it is your responsibility to remove all charcoal and its debris from the park.) *For any grill you must have a 20 BC fire extinguisher on site. * The Worcester Fire Department may limit the quantity of LP-Gas that may be stored under a permit, such as during special events, where unusual conditions exist. Additional requirements may be included that are within the intent and purpose of 527 CMR Table 1.12.8.50 and 527 CMR 69. _____ Yes _____ No Will you be using a generator? *Will need a permit from Fire Prevention (no matter the size of the generator) *Application to keep, store, manufacture, and/or handle flammable and/or combustible liquids, per Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code, 527 CMR 1.00: Ch.66 (Flammable & Combustible Liquids), section 66.1.5. The scope of 527 CMR 1.00 includes, but is not limited to, the following in accordance with M.G.L. c. 22D and M.G.L c. 148 and as prescribed by M.G.L. c. 143 § 96. *Fire Prevention follows NFPA 96 Section 17.5.2.1 for generators at events 3 Initials: __________  City of Worcester – Department of Public Works & Parks – Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division 2025 Rules & Regulations The DPW & Parks – Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division of the City of Worcester, by virtue or the authority delegated to it under chapter 45 of the General Laws of Massachusetts and every other power thereto enabling, hereby makes and publishes the following rules and regulations which shall not only be limited to the following and DPW & Parks- Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division reserves the right to make additional changes or expansions without notice at any given time. Within the limit of lands under the management of the City of Worcester – Department of Public Works and Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division, it shall be unlawful for any person/organization: 1. No group outing/picnics will be guaranteed in any park, playground, or beach under the jurisdiction of the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division, unless a written permit from the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division has been obtained. All reservations for the pavilions at Green Hill Park, must have a permit on file for groups of 15 or greater. 2. Permit request for fields and events will be issued between 9:00 AM and 3:30 PM, Monday – Friday (Non-Holidays business days). The City of Worcester DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division has a fee schedule, policies, rules, and regulations governing all parks. The DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation and Cemetery Division reserves the right to deny permits to those individuals and organizations that have in the past shown disregard for the policies, rules & regulations. 3. All permit holders have the right to use the vendors/concessionaires of their choice. Daily vendor/concessionaire that have been assigned a park cannot vend unless written permission is given to the Parks office from the permit holder. 4. Transferring of permits: There shall be no transferring of permits from one permit holder to another. 5. Failure to have all proper documentation submitted prior to the event, may incur additional cost to the permit holder or delay the event. 6. Any sport league or organization hosting, managing, or operating a sports tournament, must submit a Sports Tournament Permit Application. 7. Any field, facility, or structure improvements that are requested by any organizations permitted to use a public park, must receive approval from The DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division and/or may need approval by the Parks and Recreation Commission. 8. In the event of inclement weather conditions on a given date, DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division may rescind a permit and restrict the use of any field or park at their determination such use will have a negative long-term effect on the facility. 9. The use of, but not limited to confetti, rice, artificial flowers, paint, balloons, etc., are not allowed at any park due to the environmental impact, safety of wildlife, and the debris that is left behind. A fine or cleanup cost may be assigned to those who disregard this regulation. 10. To deface, remove or destroy any sign or notice or protective device placed in a park facility, playground, athletic field, open space, and or beach under the jurisdiction of the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. 11. To commit any unlawful act of violence, disturbance toward other people, or remove wildlife or plants, or commit any act of nuisance in any park facility, playground, athletic field, open space, and or beach under the jurisdiction of the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. 12. To obstruct, hinder, or impede the movement of working employees in any public park (including boundary road thereof) or other public place (including any parkway) under the control of the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division, any reasonable direction given by a City employee or by any DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division employee or contained in any notice posted by the DPW & Parks – Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. 13. To play golf or to practice with a putter or other club or stick of any kind upon or within any public park, playground, athletic field, open space or beach, except in those areas purposely set aside for this activity or in conjunction with any organized city recreation program. 14. To play any active ball games in any park, playground, or beach except in areas set aside for such game that might impact other activities. 15. To roller blade, roller skate, skateboard, or ride a bike in any designated park area unless specially identified for this purpose. 16. To boat/float on a flotation device, motorized watercraft, or winter snow/ice vehicles (snowmobiles, etc.) are not allowed on or in any body of water (ice or snow covered) within a public park unless specifically authorized by a written permit issued by the City of Worcester, DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. No boats, flotation devices except US Coast Guard approved life jackets. No motorized watercrafts shall be launched within 150’ of any public beach. 17. To ice skate on any body of water within a public park except those water bodies designated for such use. Those designated for such use are Elm Park (3 meres) and University Park Pond. At all sites the ice must be declare safe by the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. 18. To sell, offer, or distribute for sale, any goods or ware, or to advertise sponsorships that relate to tobacco, alcohol, political endorsements, marijuana, religious believes, drugs, or pornographic material is prohibited in any park facility under the jurisdiction of the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. 19. To commit any trespass in any public park, playground, or beach within the city between the hours of 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM, or other set times. A trespass shall be any unauthorized entry in, upon, or across any property under the jurisdiction of the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. 20. To drive any Commercial vehicle into any park is prohibited, except on business of the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. 21. It is prohibited to erect a booth, sleeping tent, pop-up canopy sleeping bag, inflatable, stall, camper, motor home, or other structures or to sleep/camp or lodge in any park, playground, beach, or open space between the hours of 10:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Stakeless tents, pop up canopy, inflatables, sports equipment are allowed during regular operating hours. 22. All motorized vehicles repairs, washing & cleaning of vehicles, and overnight parking is prohibited in city parks, except for emergency under the jurisdiction of the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation, & Cemetery Division. Such vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense, except City of Worcester equipment. 4 Initials: __________ 23. All vending/concessions must have been approved by the standard city process and have an official vending/concession permit. 24. Drones: Please refer to the Federal Aviation Administration Regulations (FAA). 25. Smoking: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 15- Fines and Penalties. It is unlawful and not allowed, to smoke in any public park, playground, or beach under the jurisdiction of the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. 26. Alcoholic Beverages: Please refer to Chapter 138, Section 1 of the Massachusetts General Laws. To possess, sell or drink any alcoholic beverages while on, in, or upon any park, playground, or beach or other areas under the jurisdiction of the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. Except on Worcester Common as approved by the Worcester Parks & Recreation Commission and with a special liquor permit in addition to the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division permit. 27. Illegal Dumping & Public Trash Receptacles: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 8, Section (6) & (6A): No person shall deposit any litter, garbage, trash or waste, of any kind, in a public trash receptacle. The section may be enforced by civil process, criminal process or by noncriminal deposition as provided in General Laws, Chapter 40, (21D 28. Dog Ordinance: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 8, -Public Health, Section (10 – 13): It shall be unlawful for any person to: Section 13 (8), allow any dogs, except a registered service dog, to be in in any city park, public cemetery or playground, excepting only such city park as may be designated by the parks and recreation commission as being open to on leash dog use. Dogs are allowed in City parks on leash, except, athletic fields, athletic courts, playgrounds, fitness areas, and beaches between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Off leash dogs are allowed in the City Worcester designated Dog Parks under the jurisdiction of the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. 29. Excessive and Unreasonable Noice Ordinance: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Part 1, Chapter 9, Section (1A) of the Revised Ordinances of 2008 Part One-As Amended through July 2018, 2023, of the City of Worcester. Sound from activities in the public parks, playgrounds, playing fields, or public property or building of the City used under the written permission of the municipal official or body charge with the care, custody and control of said facility; provided that, any amplified sound generated by such activities shall not be plainly addible at a distance of 50 feet or more from said public park, playground, playing field, or public property or building. 30. Snow Removal: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 15- Fines and Penalties. To place any snow or ice from adjacent property from private property upon any park property, sidewalk, open spaces, roadway, parking areas or any boundary road of a public park or of any parkway under the jurisdiction of the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. 31. Malicious Bonfires, Fireworks & Inflammable Fluids: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 10, Section 3-5. No campfires or fireworks are allowed in city parks under the jurisdiction of the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. Permits are available for charcoal or propane grills, and Commercial Licensed Firework Companies with the approval of the City of Worcester Fire Department and DPW & Parks Division. 32. Busking: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 12, Section 26 (H) of the Revised Ordinances of 2008-Part One-as amended. 33. Feeding or Baiting Waterfowl: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 15, Number 23, Section (9B): To feed waterfowl & animals is prohibited in any park facility, playground, athletic field, open space, and or beach under the jurisdiction of the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. 34. Firearms, Air Rifles and BB Guns: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 9- Public Safety, Section 8 (a). 35. DPW & Parks Division Park Security Guards: All Parks Security Guards have been sworn-in and have taken the Oath of Office from the City Clerk Office to be authorized to issue parking citations within the boundaries of the City of Worcester. Additional Policy for the use of the City Common: To commit any trespass between the hours of 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM, except with a written permit from the DPW& Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. A trespass shall be any unauthorized entry in, upon, or across the Common during these hours; Common may be used only as a walk through. No active leisure activities are permitted on the Common, including but not limited to bicycle riding, skateboarding, roller blading, roller skating, Frisbee, unless a written parks permit is obtained through the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. Closing Hours: Parks shall be closed to the public between the hours of 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM or as posted except if authorized in a written permit from the DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division. Waiver Right: The DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division reserves the right to waive and/or limit these rules at any time if in the best interest of the City of Worcester. Penalties: Per Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 45, Section 24, Amended May 20, 1977, whoever violates and rule or regulation for the government or use of any land or way taken or held under this chapter or for like purposes under any special act, and made under authority of law by any board or officer in charge thereof, shall be punished of not more than two hundred dollars. Violators also risk permanent revocation of current and future DPW & Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division facility permits. 5 Initials: __________  An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: Human Rights Policy. It is the policy of the City of Worcester to assure that every individual shall have equal access to and benefit from all public services, accommodations, and employment opportunities to protect every individual in the employment and exercise of civil rights and to encourage and bring about mutual understanding and respect among all individuals of the city. It is clear that behavior which denies equal treatment to any of our citizens as a result of their race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, disability, or source of income undermines civil order and deprives persons of the benefits of a free and open society. Nothing in this section shall be constructed as supporting or advocating any religious view or lifestyle. To the contrary, it is the intention of this section that all persons be treated fairly and equally, and it is the expressed intent of this ordinance to bring about the elimination of prejudice, intolerance, bigotry, discrimination, and the disorder occasioned thereby. The Department of Public Works and Parks, Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division reserves the right to close a park facility for the purpose of maintenance, renovations, repairs, or safety concerns at any time. The above Rules and Regulations have been approved by the Parks & Recreation Commission I agree to abide by all the Parks rules and regulations, all City Ordinances, policies and procedures. Signature of Applicant/ Representative: ________________________________________ Date: _________________ PRINT NAME OF APPLICANT/REPRESENTATIVE: DATE: SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT/ REPRESENTATIVE: 6 Initials: __________  Department of Parks, Recreation, & Cemetery Parks & Recreation Division 50 Officer Manny Familia Way, Worcester, MA 01605 P| 508-799-1190 F| 508-799-1293 parks@worcesterma.gov City of Worcester Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery 2026 Rules & Regulations (Draft) The Department of Parks, Recreation, & Cemetery by virtue or the authority delegated to it under chapter 45 of the General Laws of Massachusetts and every other power thereto enabling, hereby makes and publishes the following rules and regulations which shall not only be limited to the following and Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery reserves the right to make additional changes or expansions without notice at any given time. 1. Permit request for fields and events will be issued between 9:00 AM and 3:30 PM, Monday – Friday (Non-Holidays business days). The City of Worcester Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery has a fee schedule, policies, rules, and regulations governing all parks. The Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery reserves the right to deny permits to those individuals and organizations that have in the past shown disregard for the policies, rules & regulations. 2. A permit must be filed with the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery for any park or pavilion reservation involving 15 or more people. Failure to have all proper documentation submitted prior to the event may incur additional permit fees to the permit holder or possibly delay the event. 3. There shall be no transferring of permits from one permit holder to another. 4. Only one (1) Special Event Permit will be authorized by the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery per day, per park location. If a park already has a Special Event Permit scheduled for a given date, during the same time- period, no other special event will be allowed at that park on the same day. 5. All permit holders have the right to use the vendors/concessionaires of their choice. Daily vendor/concessionaire that have been assigned a park cannot vend unless written permission is given to the Parks office from the permit holder. 6. Any sport league or organization hosting, managing, or operating a sports tournament, must submit a Sports Tournament Permit Application. 7. Any field, facility, or structure improvements that are requested by any organizations permitted to use a public park, must receive approval from The Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery and/or may need approval by the Parks and Recreation Commission. 8. In the event of inclement weather conditions on a given date, Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery may rescind a permit and restrict the use of any field or park at their determination such use will have a negative long- term effect on the facility. 9. All vending/concessions must have been approved by the standard city process and have an official vending/concession permit. On all land under the management of the City of Worcester Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery, it is unlawful for any person/organization: 10. To use, but not limited to confetti, rice, artificial flowers, paint, balloons, etc., are prohibited at any park due to the environmental impact, safety of wildlife, and the debris that is left behind. A fine or cleanup cost may be assigned to those who disregard this regulation. 11. To deface, remove or destroy any sign or notice or protective device placed in a park facility, playground, athletic field, open space, or beach under the jurisdiction of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. 12. To commit any unlawful act of violence, disturbance toward other people, or remove wildlife or plants, or commit any act of nuisance in any park facility, playground, athletic field, open space, or beach under the jurisdiction of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. 13. To obstruct, hinder, or interfere with employees working in any public park (including its boundary roads) or in any other public place (including parkways) under the authority of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery, or to fail to follow any reasonable direction given by a City employee, a Department employee, or any notice posted by the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery.  14. To play golf or to practice with a putter or other club or stick of any kind upon or within any public park, playground, athletic field, open space or beach, except in those areas purposely set aside for this activity or in conjunction with any organized city recreation program. 15. To play any active ball games in any park, playground, or beach except in areas set aside for such games that might impact other activities. 16. To boat/float on a flotation device, motorized watercraft, or winter snow/ice vehicles (snowmobiles, etc.) are not allowed on or in any body of water (ice or snow covered) within a public park unless specifically authorized by a written permit issued by the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. No boats, flotation devices except US Coast Guard approved life jackets. No motorized watercrafts shall be launched within 150’ of any public beach. 17. To ice skate on any body of water within a public park except those water bodies designated for such use. Those designated for such use are Elm Park (3 meres) and University Park Pond. At all sites the ice must be declared safe by the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. 18. To sell, offer, or distribute for sale, any goods or ware, or to advertise sponsorships that relate to tobacco, alcohol, political endorsements, marijuana, religious believes, drugs, or pornographic material is prohibited in any park facility under the jurisdiction of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. 19. To commit any trespass in any public park, playground, or beach within the city between the hours of 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM, or other set times. A trespass shall be any unauthorized entry in, upon, or across any property under the jurisdiction of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. 20. To drive any vehicle into any park, upon any sidewalk, grass area or all other areas is prohibited, except with approval or on business for the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. Furthermore: 21. No climbing, hanging banners, or attaching signs (flyers) to park trees under the management and jurisdiction of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery is prohibited. 22. No drying laundry or blankets in parks under the management and jurisdiction of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery is prohibited. 23. No motorized vehicle repairs, washing & cleaning of vehicles, and overnight parking is prohibited in city parks, except for emergencies under the jurisdiction of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. Such vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense, except City of Worcester equipment. 24. The removal of plants, rocks, minerals, and fossils from city parks under the management and jurisdiction of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery is prohibited. 25. Roller blading roller skating, skateboard, or riding a bike (electric or non-electric) are permitted in any park unless specially prohibited. 26. Erecting a booth, sleeping tent, pop-up canopy, sleeping bag, inflatable, stall, camper, motor home, or other structures or to sleep/camp or lodge in any park, playground, beach, or open space is prohibited. Stake-less tents, pop-up canopies, inflatables, sports equipment are allowed during regular operating hours, or for park permit events. City of Worcester Ordinances & Regulations: 27. Drones: Please refer to the Federal Aviation Administration Regulations (FAA). 28. Smoking: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 15- Fines and Penalties. It is unlawful and not allowed to smoke in any public park, playground, or beach under the jurisdiction of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. 29. Alcoholic Beverages: Please refer to Chapter 138, Section 1 of the Massachusetts General Laws. To possess, sell or drink any alcoholic beverages while on, in, or upon any park, playground, or beach or other areas under the jurisdiction of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. Except on Worcester Common as approved by the Worcester Parks & Recreation Commission and with a special liquor permit in addition to the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery permit. 30. Illegal Dumping & Public Trash Receptacles: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 8, Section (6) & (6A): No person shall deposit any litter, garbage, trash or waste, of any kind, in a public trash receptacle. The section may be enforced by civil process, criminal process or by noncriminal deposition as provided in General Laws, Chapter 40, (21D) First Violation: $50.00, Second Violation: $100.00, Third Violation: $200.00, Fourth Violation and each subsequent violation: $300.00 31. Dog Ordinance: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 8, -Public Health, Section (10 – 13): It shall be unlawful for any person to: Section 13 (8), allow any dogs, except a registered service dog, to be in in any city park, public cemetery or playground, excepting only such city park as may be designated by the parks and recreation commission as being open to on leash dog use. Dogs are allowed in City parks on leash, except, athletic fields, athletic courts, playgrounds, fitness areas, and beaches between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Off leash dogs are allowed in the City Worcester designated Dog Parks under the jurisdiction of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. 32. Excessive and Unreasonable Noice Ordinance: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Part 1, Chapter 9, Section (1A) of the Revised Ordinances of 2008 Part One-As Amended through July 2018, 2023, of the City of Worcester. Sound from activities in the public parks, playgrounds, playing fields, or public property or building of the City used under the written permission of the municipal official or body charge with the care, custody and control of said facility; provided that, any amplified sound generated by such activities shall not be plainly addible at a distance of 50 feet or more from said public park, playground, playing field, or public property or building. Snow Removal: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 15- Fines and Penalties. To place any snow or ice 33. Snow Removal: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 15- Fines and Penalties. To place any snow or ice from adjacent property from private property upon any park property, sidewalk, open spaces, roadway, parking areas or any boundary road of a public park or of any parkway under the jurisdiction of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. 34. Malicious Bonfires & Inflammable Fluids: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 10, Section 3-5. No campfires are allowed in city parks under the jurisdiction of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. 35. Fireworks & No Color Fireworks: Please refer to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Law; MGL Chapter 148, Section 39 regarding the use of fireworks. No fireworks or No color fireworks are allowed in City parks under the management and jurisdiction of the City of Worcester Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. Permitted and approved Fireworks are allowed for the Fourth of July Celebration by a Professional License Pyrotechnic Certified Company approved by the City of Worcester Administration and Worcester Fire Department. 36. Busking: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 12, Section 26 (H) of the Revised Ordinances of 2008-Part One-as amended. 37. Feeding or Baiting Waterfowl: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 15, Number 23, Section (9B): To feed waterfowl & animals is prohibited in any park facility, playground, athletic field, open space, or beach under the jurisdiction of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. 38. Firearms, Air Rifles and BB Guns: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 9- Public Safety, Section 8 (a). 39. Use of Personal Watercraft on Indian Lake Prohibited: Please refer to the City of Worcester Ordinance, Chapter 9 of the Revised Ordinances of 2008 is hereby amended by a new section “17.” DPW & Parks Division Park Security Guards: All Parks Security Guards have been sworn-in and have taken the Oath of Office from the City Clerk Office to be authorized to issue parking citations within the boundaries of the City of Worcester. Additional Policy for the use of the City Common: To commit any trespass between the hours of 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM, except with a written permit from the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. A trespass shall be any unauthorized entry in, upon, or across the Common during these hours; Common may be used only as a walk through. No active leisure activities are permitted on the Common, including but not limited to bicycle riding, skateboarding, roller blading, roller skating, Frisbee, unless a written parks permit is obtained through the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. Park Closing Hours: Parks shall be closed to the public between the hours of 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM or as posted except if authorized in a written permit from the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery. Salisbury Park (Bancroft Tower will require a permit to open) hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Waiver Right & Penalties: The Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery reserves the right to waive and/or limit these rules at any time if in the best interest of the City of Worcester. Per Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 45, Section 24, Amended May 20, 1977, and The City of Worcester Revised Ordinances of 2008 Part One as amended, Chapter 15-Fines and Penalties, whoever violates and rule or regulation for the government or use of any land or way taken or held under this chapter or for like purposes under any special act, and made under authority of law by any board or officer in charge thereof, shall be punished as stated within these sections. Violators also risk permanent revocation of current and future Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery facility permits. An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: Human Rights Policy. It is the policy of the City of Worcester to assure that every individual shall have equal access to and benefit from all public services, accommodation, and employment opportunities to protect every individual in the employment and exercise of civil rights and to encourage and bring about mutual understanding and respect among all individuals of the city. It is clear that behavior which denies equal treatment to any of our citizens as a result of their race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, disability, or source of income undermines civil order and deprives persons of the benefits of a free and open society. Nothing in this section shall be constructed as supporting or advocating any religious view or lifestyle. To the contrary, it is the intention of this section that all people be treated fairly and equally, and it is the expressed intent of this ordinance to bring about the elimination of prejudice, intolerance, bigotry, discrimination, and the disorder occasioned thereby. Violations of the City of Worcester Department of Parks, Recreation, and Cemetery Rules and Regulations may result in action by the Parks & Recreation Commission. Such actions may include verbal or written warnings, in person review with Parks & Recreation Commission, suspension, or revocation of permits, at the discretion of the Parks & Recreation Commission, if the permit holder or league has failed to correct the violation(s) after all other options have been exhausted. The Department of Parks, Recreation & Cemetery reserves the right to close a park facility for the purpose of maintenance, renovations, repairs, or safety concerns at any time. The above Rules and Regulations have been approved by the Parks and Recreation Commission and voted on (XX-XX-XXXX)