Works of art, awards or gifts to the Borough, or other objects
and memorabilia significant to Glassboro history, milestones, or achievements
that are installed on site.
Police officers that are supplied by the Borough of Glassboro
Police Department and dedicated exclusively to the event at a cost
to the event organizer.
Booking the Town Square. To begin the booking process event organizers
must complete the Facilities Use Application and Agreement. Contact
the Town Square and Open Space Coordinator to inquire about available
dates and begin working through the rest of the process.
Administration. Appropriate use of Glassboro Town Square: All programs
and use of Glassboro Town Square must adhere to the Facilities Use
Application and Agreement and Glassboro Town Square Standard Operating
Procedure. The Town Square Program Coordinator will work with you
to ensure your event meets all of our guidelines.
Behavior management policy. "Unacceptable antisocial behavior" is
behavior that disrupts the normal functioning of Glassboro Town Square,
and which, consciously or unconsciously, interferes with other's use
of the Glassboro Town Square, or disrupts the Town Square environment.
Below are examples of unacceptable behaviors defined by the laws of
the State of New Jersey, the Borough of Glassboro and/or by Glassboro
Town Square policy. Violations may result in a citation, fine or other
penalties. Actions that are unacceptable but not limited to:
The use of tape, glue, nails, tacks, screws, staples, or other
fasteners that may scratch or otherwise damage surfaces of the Town
Square is prohibited. Paint, tacks, nails, or other fasteners are
not allowed on trees. Paint or ink marks are not allowed on sidewalks
or other surfaces.
Conducting camps, fairs, exhibitions, rallies, races, walks,
athletic games or practices, and other organizing events are prohibited
without proper permitting.
Damages. The event organizer/applicant is responsible for any cost
related to an event which has not been otherwise agreed to, in writing,
prior to the event. Event organizer is liable for any loss or damage
to Borough property or equipment. These costs include but are not
limited to the additional costs of the fee schedule and are payable
immediately to the Borough of Glassboro upon receipt of an invoice
to the event organizer. Repairs for damages are calculated at an hourly
rate and materials are charged at cost.
Inspections. A pre and post inspection of the site must be conducted
by a Borough representative and an event organizer at an agreed-upon
time. Any damages found after the event will be charged to the event
accordingly.
Special events at Glassboro Town Square must not screen or impede
access to the permanent business tenants operating on or in the vicinity
of the Glassboro Town Square.
Violation of any of the Borough of Glassboro bylaws, ordinances,
policies and procedures may result in your permit being revoked, and
you may be subject to damages and forfeit future use of the Glassboro
Town Square.
Alcohol consumption may be permitted on site at the Glassboro
Town Square when appropriate and permitted with prior consent from
the Borough of Glassboro. Due to the public nature of this space,
approval is determined on a case-by-case basis as per the Town Square
use policy. Any alcohol served and consumed must comply with the standards
set forth by the NJABC including a social affair permit and catering
permit as appropriate. Please note that many permits require 90 days'
notice.
Animals. Any approved animal displays are the responsibility of event
organizers, including the health and well-being of the animals as
well as cleanup and removal of all wastes from the Glassboro Town
Square. Please contact the Borough of Glassboro Health Department
to determine health regulation requirements and notify the Town Square
Program Coordinator of your intentions to include live animals at
your event.
Food. Temporary vendors, caterers or food-related additions to your
event may be permitted; please check with the Town Square Program
Coordinator and with the Borough of Glassboro Health Department to
ensure these vendors are properly licensed. A Gloucester County Department
of Health Mobile Retail Food Establishment Application must be submitted
prior to any event, including food or food products. Application forms
may be attained through the glassboro.org website or through the Borough
of Glassboro Public Health offices and may require more than 60 days
to process.