HomeMy WebLinkAbout65-05 - Res. Establishing Policy of Limited Duration for Use of Walker Park for Boater Camping RESOLUTION NO .
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A POLICY OF LIMITED DURATION FOR THE
USE OF WALKER PARK FOR BOATER CAMPING AND AUTHORIZING THE
PARKS , UTILITIES , AND WASTE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT TO
IMPLEMENT AND ENFORCE THE TERMS OF SUCH POLICY .
WHEREAS , Chapter 67 . 20 . 010 RCW , provides the authority for Counties to own
and operate recreational facilities for public use , and to set forth the regulations , policies ,
and practices governing such use ; and
WHEREAS , Mason County owns and operates Walker Park for the enjoyment and
use of its residents and visitors ; and
WHEREAS , Walker Park has been used in the past by boaters who desire a place
to camp overnight on their travels around South Puget Sound ; and
WHEREAS , the limited use of Walker Park for camping by boaters can be
accommodated under special terms and conditions without deleterious affect to the Park
facilities and grounds ;
NOW , THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , that the Board of County Commissioners
of Mason County does hereby establish a " Boater Camping Policy for Walker Park" as set
forth in Exhibit A , which supercedes all previous practices and policies pertaining to the use
of Walker Park for this purpose .
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , that the Parks , Utilities , and Waste Management
Department , or such department or organization designated by the County with the
responsibility for operating and maintaining park facilities at some point in the future , shall
be authorized to develop and administer any processes and procedures necessary to
implement the Boater Camping Policy for Walker Park , as set forth in Exhibit A or
subsequently amended .
DATED this day of July 2005 .
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ATTEST : �1
4JayL . am in , Chairperson
Rebecca S . Rog '° r Clerk he Board GI
yrida RiZ&
ng Erickson , Commissioner
RO ED AS TO FORM :
Tim Sheldon , Commissioner
Michael Clift , Chi f DPA
EXHIBIT
Boater Camping Policy for Walker Park
Purpose ® This Policy sets forth the terms and conditions for the use of Walker Park for
overnight camping by boaters .
TernAnatione This Policy shall be effective upon adoption by the Board of County
Commissioners and shall remain in effect until December 31 , 2008 , provided that the
Board of County Commissioners may terminate it at any time prior to this date upon an
approval of a motion of the Board at any Regular of Special Meeting.
olieye It shall be the policy of the Mason County Board of County Commissioners to
allow overnight camping at Walker Park under the following terms and conditions :
1 ) Camping shall be allowed only by individuals arriving at Walker Park by water in
non-motorized boats , during that portion of the year the Park is open for day-use .
No overnight parking for campers will be allowed at the Park.
2) An "Overnight Stay Permit" must be obtained from the County in advance of
arriving at the Park. An Overnight Stay Permit will only be issued to a designated
responsible group leader who will be on- site during the stay and upon receipt of. a
camper roster and liability waivers for each camper, damage deposit, and
3 ) The maximum number of individuals on- site at the park in the overnight camping
party shall be fifteen ( 15 ) , including shore support and visitors .
4) Overnight stays shall be limited to two (2) consecutive nights .
5 ) Campers must observe all Park rules governing day-use patrons , to include no open
fires , alcoholic beverages , or firearms .
6) Quiet time at the Park shall be 10 : 00 p .m. Campers are expected to restrict
activities to their tents and refrain from making noise after that time.
7) Tents shall be placed only in areas approved by the County, and camping
equipment shall not be left unattended.
8 ) The responsible group leader shall ensure that all camp areas area kept clean and in
good condition during occupancy, and upon leaving the Park, in order to receive
refund of the camping deposit.
9) Campers staying at Walker Park under an " Overnight Stay Permit" shall use the
facilities at their own risk. Mason County shall not be liable for personal injuries or
damages to equipment or personal property.
10) Camping activities at the Park shall be carried out to minimize the impact to day-
use patrons and scheduled use of other Park facilities .