Resolution 245-2008
Public Works Division
RESOLUTION NO. 245 - 2008
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RATIFYING RULES AND REGULATIONS
FOR THE SKATE PARK AT BIG PINE KEY PARK
WHEREAS, the Skate Park officially opened on
August 22 , 2008. and
WHEREAS, staff developed rules and regulations governing the Skate Park, which are
printed on the release and waiver of liability form obtained by each participant and are posted on
signage installed at the Park; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA, that the Board hereby ratifies the following rules and
regulations for the Skate Park located at Big Pine Key Park:
I. Each skater must have a signed release and waiver of liability before entering the
skating area. Participants under 18 must have their parent/guardian sign the release
and waiver for them.
2. Each skater must sign in and be cleared through the skate facility office prior to
entering the skating area.
3. Each skater must wear a helmet, elbow pads, knee pads, and wrist guards while on the
skating surface.
4. Only skateboards and inline skates are permitted.
5. Shirts and appropriate clothing must be worn at all times.
6. No profanity or inappropriate wording on clothing. The park staff will determine
inappropriate attire.
7. Cursing, swearing, use of foul or inappropriate language will not be tolerated.
8. An adult 18 years or older must accompany anyone under the age of 10.
9. Food (including gum and candy) and beverages are not allowed on the skating surface.
10. Possession or consumption of any intoxicating beverage or controlled substance is
prohibited.
11. Smoking is prohibited inside the skating facility.
12. Coolers, backpacks, and boom boxes will not be allowed in the skating area.
13. Monroe County and the Big -:ine ~th~etic , as the park operator, have exclusive
discretion to close the Skate'1'l~'l2 'ctu~ '-r6' inclement weather or for any other at any
time.
14. Waxing is not allowed.
15. Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated.
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16. Skaters and skateboarders must practice courtesy.
17. Skating will be allowed under the supervision of Rig Pinp A,"'pHr staff oplr.
The attendant in charge will have the authority to limit the number of ~arWap~M'ltt
any time to ensure safety and to evaluate skill levels of patrons.
18. Anyone exhibiting reckless behavior or throwing/placing any foreign objects inside the
skating area or endangering patrons and/or spectators will be escorted out of the park
by park staff or the Monroe County Sheriff's Department.
NO REFUNDS.
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There is to be no trespassing after the facility is closed. Trespassers will be prosecuted
to the fullest extent of the law.
Rain checks will be given only within the first hour of participation.
21.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County,
Florida, at a regular meeting of said Board held on the 20th day of August
AD 2008.
Mayor DiGennaro Yes
Mayor Pro Tern McCoy Yes
Commissioner Spehar Yes
Commissioner Neugent Yes
Commissioner Murphy Yes
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