The purpose of these regulations shall be to protect the parks
and parkways and appurtenances thereto in the Village from fire, abuse
and desecration; to provide for the recreational use of these areas;
to control and regulate traffic and maintain general order therein;
and to further the safety, health, comfort, morals and welfare of
all persons while within the limits of the parks and parkways.
[Amended 6-7-2022 by Ord. No. 2022-04]
Auto radios, portable radios, CD players, recording devices
and television sets must be turned low at all times so as not to be
heard from a distance beyond 50 feet from the instrument. No portable
radio or television set shall be operated within any building unless
specifically permitted in connection with a public gathering or a
temporary exclusive use for which a permit has been granted. No bands
or DJs are allowed to set up and perform outside, unless permission
is granted by the Police Chief and his/her designee.
No person shall carry, fire, or discharge any gun, pistol or
firearm, nor any rocket, torpedo or any other fireworks of any description,
nor shall any person hunt with bow and arrow within any park or parkway.
The word "gun" shall include air gun.
No person shall throw stones or missiles, or hit golf balls
in or into any park, parkway or waterways.
No person shall kill, injure or attempt to injure, or unnecessarily
disturb any waterfowl or other birds or animals, wild or domestic
including ponies, within any of the parks or parkways. Nor shall any
person rob or disturb the nest or eggs of any bird or other animal
therein.
It will be necessary to reserve the shelter and/or the ballfield
for both special events and league play. Reservations will be scheduled
by the Village Park Director and will be on a first-come/first-serve
basis. Fees will be reviewed on a yearly basis and will be determined
on costs incurred during the season for maintenance, lighting, and
other operating expenses.
The responsible person in charge of a special event or softball
league will receive specific regulations on proper closing procedures
prior to each event.
Any person violating this chapter shall be subject to the penalties provided in §
1-3.