Fayette County

MISSION STATEMENT

• To make visible and maintain quality park facilities and recreation programs that will meet the needs of our citizens regardless of age, sex, race, or national origin, including people with disabilities
• To make visible the Fayette County Parks and Recreation Department
• To identify and utilize human resources, and professional developmental resources
• To provide the department with staff and equipment in five divisions: administration, athletics, programs, special events, and therapeutics

RECREATION COMMISSIONERS
The Fayette County Parks and Recreation Commission consists of five members who are appointed by the Fayette County Board of Commissioners. Each member is appointed for a period of four years. The Commission meets regularly to review policies, procedures, and programs. The Commission welcomes community input regarding programs and facilities. To email the Recreation Commissioners: [email protected]

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
The Fayette County Board of Commissioners encourages citizen participation in the government process. Should you by reason of a disability need a special accommodation or need accessibility information, please contact the County's ADA Coordinator at 770.305.5414.

MISTAKES HAPPEN
Occasionally there may be an error in days, times, registration requirements, or fees in this brochure. When such errors do occur, our staff will do everything possible to correct the situation promptly. Thank you for your patience and understanding should these situations arise.

CLASS STATUS
Classes that do not attain the minimum enrollment will not be charged an administration fee. If a class or program is cancelled for insufficient enrollment, a refund or credit will be issued. The credit for the amount paid must be used for another program/class/trip and must be used by the end of the next brochure’s offerings.

OUT-OF-COUNTY REGISTRATION
Recreation classes/programs/trips are open to out-of-county registrants on a space available basis. Out-of-county fees will reflect a 50% surcharge in addition to the printed fee.

FEES AND PAYMENTS
Payment of fees is required at the time of registration. After the second class, registration will be closed and no late registration will be accepted.

CONTACTS
Some programs listed in this brochure are administered by contracted individuals or clubs who use county facilities. If a contact name and phone number are listed, please call the individual to obtain more information.

LOST AND FOUND
Items left in any of the parks are turned in to the association concession stands or our offices. We will keep the item for two weeks and then donate them to a local charity if not claimed.

RISK INVOLVEMENT
Many of our programs involve strenuous activities and a certain degree of risk. Inquire with staff for further information regarding the amount of activity expected of participants and the risk, if any, normally associated with the program. By registering for an activity, the registrant acknowledges that he/she is aware of the risk, is physically capable of participating in the activity, and voluntarily accepts any risks involved.

INSURANCE
Individual accident and health insurance is not provided by the county for participants in our department programs.

SUPPLY LISTS
Some classes require a supply list that you will be given at the time of registration. Other classes may have supplies at the first class. Payment for these supplies is paid directly to the instructor.

SPEAKER’S BUREAU
Clubs, groups, PTOs: Invite one of our staff members to your meeting and let us keep you informed of our goals and objectives, new programs being planned, and how your tax dollars are being spent for parks and recreation opportunities within Fayette County.

PICTURES
Pictures are often taken of participants in our programs/events/leagues using our facilities. We reserve the right to publish these pictures in our publication or Web site. If you do not want your picture taken, please let us know upon registration or before we snap that picture-perfect pose.

SEVERE WEATHER POLICY
Fayette County has made significant strides in preparing for and warning the public about severe weather. If early warning sirens are activated, programs/leagues could be immediately delayed or cancelled for a general time period.

AGE REQUIREMENT
Each class/program has a minimum and/or maximum age requirement. The participant must meet this age requirement within the duration of the class/program. Failure to adhere to these policies will result in loss of registration fee.

JOINT COOPERATIVE EFFORT
Fayette County Parks and Recreation Department works closely with Fayette County Board of Education and other Parks and Recreation Departments within the county. From time to time, functions may be co-sponsored in an effort to provide comprehensive activities/events for the entire community.

TRIPS
Regarding trips and charter bus trips that admission must be paid in advance, refunds will only be given if we can sell your space and ticket. No refunds for no-shows. Some of our trips have a waiting list, and if you cancel at the last minute or do not show, you may deprive someone else of being able to attend. Dates and times may be subject to change depending on the trip. Due to the economy, some trip locations adjust their open/close days after the brochure has been published. Arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time.