The purpose of this chapter is to ensure all citizens of Bedford
that the parks of the Town will be clean, safe, and enjoyable places
for people to engage in the recreation pursuits of their choice.
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
PARKS
Includes all recreational facilities and lands regarding
which the Town of Bedford holds a legal interest for open space and
recreation use, whether such lands are developed or undeveloped. "Park"
includes, but is not limited to, playgrounds, open spaces, trails,
beaches, pathways, forests, as well as public parks.
Town parks will be operated, maintained, and supervised by the
Bedford Parks and Recreation Department and/or the Public Works Department,
and the Conservation Commission in the case of Pulpit Rock Conservation
Area.
Visitors use the Bedford parks at their own risk. The Town is
not responsible for theft, personal injury, property damage or any
other loss. Such losses, however, should be reported to the Parks
and Recreation Department and the Police Department.
This chapter controls all activities in Bedford parks unless
specific modifications are made through the enactment of ordinances
relating to individual parks.