Inglewood Municipal Code § 2-269 City Facilities Available for Rent or Use

The following facilities are available for rent or use:

(a) Civic Center Facilities.

(1) Community Room A.

(2) Library Lecture Hall.

(b) Recreation Centers at the following parks: Rogers Park, Edward Vincent Park, the Veteran's Building, Darby Park, Siminski Park and Lockhaven Community Center. The following facilities are available for rent:

(1) Auditorium.

(2) Lobbies and Patios.

(3) Conference Rooms.

(4) Picnic Areas.

(5) Baseball Diamonds and Athletic Fields.

(c) Inglewood Playhouse at Vincent Park.

(d) Police Community Centers and District Community Centers.

(1) In City Council Districts with a Police Community Center and District Community Center at separate locations, only the District Community Center is available for rent or use.

(e) Amphitheater at Edward Vincent Jr. Park.

(Ord. 01-15 10-7-01; Ord. 04-17 7-20-04; Ord. 16-02 12-1-15; Ord. 25-02, 1/16/2025)

(a) All meetings or events that are conducted in City facilities shall not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decisionmaking, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or veteran or military status of any person, or any other status protected by law.

(b) All meetings and activities must be lawful and non-political.

(Ord. 01-15 10-7-01; Ord. 25-02, 1/16/2025)

"Administrative Authority" shall mean the Mayor of the City, the City Administrator or designee thereof.

The Administrative Authority or designee thereof shall administer the City facility rental program and shall have the authority to exclude from use any persons, groups or organizations which appear from the application or investigation to present a potential threat to public safety, a potential police problem or which by nature of the organization and its activities create the possibility of damage to or misuse of City facilities; or the meeting or activity is unlawful or political. The Administrative Authority may attach conditions upon any rental approval.

(Ord. 01-15 10-7-01)

"Resident organization or group"

shall mean any organization or group composed of over fifty percent of Inglewood residents.

(Ord. 01-15 10-7-01)

(a) Age Restriction. Permits may only be issued to persons eighteen years of age or older.

(b) Contact Person/Responsible Party. The person signing the application must be present during the entire event and shall be responsible and liable for all activities occurring during the meeting or event.

(c) Alcoholic Beverages and Smoking. No alcoholic beverages nor smoking shall be permitted in City facilities.

(d) Insurance. Insurance may be required for events that are expected to draw more than fifty persons. The user group may be required to provide liability insurance and/or other appropriate insurance. The City Attorney or designee shall be responsible for determining the type of insurance coverage required and the appropriate amount found to be necessary to protect the City. Minimally, in all instances where insurance is required, the insurance shall waive the rights of subrogation against the City and against the City's agents and representatives and shall name the City as an additional insured. Insurance satisfactory to the City Attorney or designee shall be provided to the City before the permit is approved.

(e) Responsibility of Users. Users of recreation facilities shall be responsible for damage or theft of City property during the period of use. Any user group failing to exercise proper care and responsibility will be denied further use of City facilities.

(f) Special Services. City staff services that may be necessary shall be provided at the applicant's expense. The estimated charge for such service shall be paid in advance and shall be in addition to the rental charge for use of the facility. The Administrative Authority may require security based on the nature of the event.

(g) Right to Enter. In granting permission to use any facility or building, the City does not relinquish the right of control and management thereof. The City Administrator or designated representative may enter the premises at any time on any occasion.

(h) Hold Harmless. Holders of any contract for the use of public buildings or facilities shall agree to waive, release and discharge any and all claims for damages for death, personal injury or property damage which may have, or which hereafter accrue, against the City as a result of facility rental. This release is intended to discharge the City, its officers, officials, employees and volunteers, and any other involved municipalities or public agencies from and against any liability arising out of or connected in any way with facility rental. The contract holder assumes full responsibility for the character, acts and conduct of all persons admitted to the premises or to any part of said building by the consent of user's representative.

(i) Decorations. No staples, tacks, tape or nails can be used. All decorations must be removed immediately following the event. Lit candles, fires or flames of any type are prohibited.

(j) Compliance. The requesting group or party shall comply with requirements of the State and County Health and Safety Code, City Ordinances and policies, fire and police policies, and any other applicable laws. Users should pay special attention to all noise ordinances. Failure to comply will result in cancellation of permit and loss of fees paid.

(k) Meeting Conduct. Unlawful activities are not permitted.

(l) Damage. Any and all damage to City facilities or property will be charged against the user. Willful damage or damages caused by the neglect or carelessness of the user will cause cancellation of all further use of City facilities.

(m) Losses. Lost articles or equipment will not be the responsibility of the City.

(n) Fee Payments. Fees must be paid at least ten days prior to the meeting or event. Staff may audit meetings to ensure that attendance specified on the application is not exceeded. If attendance specified on the application exceeds the actual attendance and fees paid, the group will be required to pay the difference.

(o) Amphitheater Rental Permit Required at Vincent Park. Pursuant to Article 3 of Chapter 8 of the Inglewood Municipal Code, an amphitheater rental permit shall be required for the use of the amphitheater at Vincent Park. An amphitheater rental permit application procedure shall be prepared by the Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services or designee, and may include as necessary such topics as the following: type of proposed performance; estimated permits and licenses application fee, non-refundable security deposit fee, hourly rental fee for performances and rehearsals, clean-up fees, and other City labor charges to cover the costs associated with the event; requirements to obtain a permit from the Permits and Licenses Committee; requested facilities such as the stage, seating area, restrooms, sound room, grass area, refreshment booth, and parking lot; City and user staffing requirements; a plot, parking, traffic impact, and security plan; requirements for maintenance, insurance, indemnification, neighborhood notifications, and accommodations for persons with disabilities; provisions for cancellation of the rental user permit, for the damage and loss of property, and for the sale or consumption of alcohol; attendance, ticketing, royalties, consent, advertising, broadcast and video rights; and limitations on fees for concessions, merchandise, admission.

(Ord. 01-15 10-7-01; Ord. 04-17 7-20-04; Ord. 25-02, 1/16/2025)