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Picnic Shelter, Bandstand and Gazebo Regulations

Amended 11/03

Reservation Procedure

NOTE: To expedite making a reservation or if you have any questions about using the park please call the Cape Elizabeth Community Services office (207) 799-2868. Please do not use the “Contact Us” feature of this web site as the Foundation is a fundraising organization only and has no operational responsibility for the park.

The Fort Williams Park Picnic Shelter may be reserved upon payment of fees pursuant to the following schedule:

Residents

Half Day – $75.00 Fee + $50.00 Security Dep.
Full Day – $50.00 Fee + $50.00 Security Dep.
Non-Residents/
Groups and Business

Full Day – $300.00 Fee + $50.00 Security Dep.

Half Day – $200.00 Fee + $50.00 Security Dep
Non-profit Organizations (501 (C)3)

Full Day – $200.00 Fee + $50.00 Security Dep.

Half Day – $150.00 Fee + $50.00 Security Dep.

Half Day Rentals — Use from open and depart by 2:00 P.M
or use after 4:00 P.M. to close (sunset)
Bandstand Rental
(Time of Use as Above)

Residents (per half day)   $35.00 Fee + $50.00 Security Dep.

Non-residents (per half day)   $100.00 Fee + $50.00 Security Dep.

Groups/Business (per half day)   $100.00 Fee + $50.00 Security Dep.
Gazebo Rental
(Time of Use as Above)

Residents (per half day)   $35.00 Fee + $50.00 Security Dep.

Non-residents (per half day)   $50.00 Fee + $50.00 Security Dep.

Groups/Business (per half day)   $50.00 Fee + $50.00 Security Dep.

Full Day Rentals-Double Fee, plus a $50.00 Security Deposit

For filming activity that has a significant impact on the public s enjoyment of the Park, a special fee must be negotiated with the Town Manager or his/her designee.

Reservation Fees Are Not Refundable

The Security Deposit

The Security Deposit is refundable after the premises are inspected for damages and cleanliness. Picnic tables moved out of the Picnic Shelter for functions must be moved back in before leaving. No staples may be placed in the tables. Ft. Williams Park has a “carry-in, carry-out” policy. All trash shall be removed by the renter. Any violation of the regulations may result in forfeiture of the security deposit.

Miscellaneous Provisions

All reservations shall be made at least ten (10) days in advance. Unless the reservation form and a check are returned within (7) days, your reservation shall be canceled.

Reservations are limited to two per family or group per year. Groups shall not exceed 150 persons unless this limit is waived by the Director of Public Works. Municipally related events are exempt from the fee structure.

All parking must be in designated areas. The road leading to the Shelter is for drop off purposes only. There is no parking at the top of the hill or on the grass.

Tents are not allowed except when used in conjunction with a Picnic Shelter event. For special events, tents may be used only if permission is requested and granted at the time of the reservation request.

Cape Elizabeth residents may reserve a picnic area starting December 1 prior to the year involved. All other reservations will be taken starting January 1 of the year in which they will be used.

As a municipal park, the area is subject to the public drinking laws of the State of Maine and the Town of Cape Elizabeth. There shall be no alcoholic beverages consumed within the grounds at Fort Williams Park.

Please download the application form below.
 

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