Non-Motorized Watercraft Vendor Application

Rules/Regulations(Required)

• No powerboats will be included in this permit. Approved Non-Motorized watercraft includes canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and pedal boats. Other, similar, Non-Motorized watercraft may be approved by the Director.
• Pursuant to City Code Section 913.02(B)(1)(f), permits for the rental of Non-Motorized watercrafts may be granted by the CRPD Director. The following waterways are eligible for such permits: Griggs Reservoir, O’Shaughnessy Reservoir, Hoover Reservoir, Downtown Pool of the Scioto River, and City of Columbus Parkland utilized to access the Olentangy Water Trail.
• All Vendor operations must abide by CC Chapter 921 and all other state, local or federal laws, policies or regulations that may be applicable.
• Permits will be valid for one calendar year.
• CRPD may create a rotation plan for sites requested by multiple Vendors as necessary.
• CRPD may designate staging areas at each reservoir or park.
• Authorization will not reserve space and all areas may be used on a first come/first served basis.
• Merchandise may be sold on site to clientele only. No sales to the general public.
• Permit may not be used for “walk-up” business unless Vendor is already on-site with paid clientele and extra vessels are readily available. Walk-up business must be unsolicited and voluntary. Vendor will not be permitted to solicit business within the park outside the scope of this policy.
• Vendor may bring extra vessels for walk-up business only if it fits in the trailer used to transport the equipment being used by the pre-registered clientele.
• Once registered clientele are done with their rental, class, etc. Vendor must vacate the premises. If parking near preferred launch site is full, alternate parking plans must be made. All Vendor or customer vehicles associated with the Permit must be legally parked while on site.
• Vendor will be permitted to place ONE advertisement up to 36”x24” on site while they are providing the service outlined in the authorization. Sign must be removed at the conclusion of their activities. Advertisement may be free standing or use wire stakes/legs up to .5” in diameter.
• Vendor may also have branded trailers and a single 10’x10’ pop-up style tent while on site. Tents must be weighted and cannot be staked into the ground. Tents must not interfere with parking spaces.
• Any equipment used must be approved in advance by CRPD and CRPD reserves the right to limit any equipment that could potentially harm CRPD property or interfere with normal park activity. Equipment should be easily hand-carried to and from the park.
• CRPD may modify this policy as needed to ensure equal use of launch sites, to ensure public access is not impeded, or to address unforeseen situations.
• Permit may be revoked or suspended for violation of any CRPD terms, rules or policies. Future Permits may be withheld for such violation.
• At the conclusion of the year, Vendors must provide data on number of participants, number or times on site, and revenue generated for the given year.

I have read all of the rules/regulations.

Applicant Name(Required)

First Last

Vendor Organization (If Applicable)

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Phone(Required)

Email(Required)

Is The Vendor Organization a Non-Profit?

Yes

If Yes, please attach proof of non-profit status

What type of authorization are you applying for?(Required)

Maximum Number Of Vessels Per Occurrence(Required)

Groups of 1 trailer, approx. 12 vessels or less, do not need to schedule an exact launch site location with CRPD.

Describe The Type Of Vessels Being Used And A Description Of The Service Operation.(Required)

Desired Reservoir(s)(Required)

Downtown Pool

Griggs Reservoir

Hoover Reservoir

Olentangy Water Trail

O'Shaughnessy Reservoir

First Date Of Service Provided(Required)

Last Date Of Service Provided(Required)

List The Desired Launch Locations That Will Be Used(Required)

Anticipated Frequency Of Use(Required)

Daily, weekly, monthly, etc. Please be specific on days of week/time of service

What Type Of Equipment Will Be Used(Required)

Types of vessels, trailers, tents, etc.

Will Staff Accompany Customers During The Trip(Required)

Yes

Describe The Training Customers Will Receive Prior To Entering The Water

Attach related materials as needed

Checklist Items To Provide With Application(Required)

Insurance Listing City of Columbus As Additional Insured for $1,000,000 General Liability Coverage

Proof of Non-Profit Status (If Applicable)

Proof of Industry Standard Certification(s) (Ex: ACA, ODNR, Level 1,2 Kayak, Canoe, etc.)

Safety, Rescue, and First-Aid Plan

Inclement Weather Plan

Application will not be processed until all items are received

Attachments

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Max. file size: 300 MB, Max. files: 5.

Signature(Required)

I, the applicant, understand that I am responsible to provide all information necessary to meet the conditions and requirements of the application process and that providing such materials is no guarantee that the proposed activities will be permitted. I further accept responsibility to meet all CRPD requirements, including proper insurance, to make the proposed activities safe and successful. I verify that I have read and understand this application and the conditions under which my request will be considered. I acknowledge that by typing my name in the above block, that this serves as a digital signature and I accept all terms and conditions involved.

Upon approval of this application from the Recreation and Parks Department, you have the option to have your information listed on our website as a “Permitted Vendor”. If you would like to have your information listed on the Recreation and Parks website, please list how you would like your information listed below:(Required)

Please List My Information

No Thank You

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