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Item 2. EEC Facility Use PolicyFacility Use Policy Environmental Education Center @ McClellan Ranch Preserve Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting December 3, 2015 McClellan Ranch Preserve: Mission Statement “The mission of McClellan Ranch Preserve shall be to maintain and protect the ecology of the area, conserve the natural features and scenic values, expand community awareness and understanding of natural history and the environment, and provide enjoyment of the resources present consistent with their preservation” - 1993 Park Master Plan Municipal Code 13.04.201: Nature and/or Rural Preserve A. Any park characterized by such unique natural features that it is deemed a valuable and irreplaceable resource may be designated by the City Council either by ordinance or resolution as a nature and/or rural preserve, in which event it shall be used and treated in a manner consistent therewith. B. Uses shall be limited to those which will maintain and protect the ecology of the area, conserve the natural features and scenic values, expand community awareness and understanding of natural history and the environment, and provide enjoyment of the resources present consistent with their preservation. C. McClellan Ranch Park is designated a nature and rural preserve. (Ord. 710, (part), 1975) FACILITY AMENITIES •900 square-foot multi-purpose room with educational displays and animal exhibits. Room can be divided into two smaller sections if desired. •Fully-stocked kitchenette with sinks, kitchen island, oven, microwave, stove-top, and refrigerator. •250 square-foot library room with reference materials and displays. FACILITY AMENITIES CONT. •350 square-foot outdoor covered gathering space •2 Restrooms •Access to historic Blacksmith Shop and Milk Barn •Free Wi-Fi connectivity throughout facility Fee Schedule Rental Category Advance Reservations 9:00am – 5:00pm 5:00pm-10:00pm Rental Fees Mon-Sun Security Deposit Contracted Tenants and Partners* 3 months 6 months $ 0 N/A Cupertino Non-Profit 3 months 6months $ 30/hr $300 Cupertino Resident/Cupertino Business 2 months 3 months $ 55/hr $300 Non-Resident Non-Profit 2 months 3 months $ 48/hr $300 Non-Resident/Non-Resident Business 2 months 3 months $ 88/hr $300 *On-site tenants and partnering organizations that have a current lease agreement with the City of Cupertino **Security staff is required for any rental where alcohol is served. Rate: $25 per hour Environmental Education Center Capacity: 45 persons (Classroom Set-up) or 63 persons (Assembly Set-up) Minimum booking of 2 hours is required Reservations and Regulations Reservations completed at the Quinlan Community Center Facility is available to rent Monday – Sunday, from 9:00am – 10:00pm Contingent upon facility availability Cupertino Recreation and Community Services programs have priority Rental purpose must be in accordance with mission statement and park regulations Insurance policy required if alcohol is being served Minimum 30-day notice required for any events planning to serve alcohol Minimum 10-day notice for all other event inquiries Facility attendant provided by the City for all rentals Rules and regulations covered in detail in the Facility Use Policy Group Tours and Educational Programming Self-Guided Tours Drop-in Nature Museum Hours Fridays, 3:00pm – 5:00pm Saturdays & Sundays, 11:00am – 3:00pm Private Group Tours 90-minute tours General tours or can be specified to group’s interest $5 per person (1 -15 people), or $75 flat rate (16-25 people) Afterschool, Weekend, and Camp Programs Contact Information General facility information and rental requests Quinlan Community Center, Front Office (408) 777-3120 parks@cupertino.org Facility specifics and tour reservations Dave Jahns, Recreation Coordinator (408) 777-1316 davidj@cupertino.org Facility Use Policy effective January 1, 2016 Questions? Comments?