Park Use & Policy
Riverside Crossing Park Use & Policy
Riverside Crossing Park is a premier destination park, open to the general public with the primary purpose of passive recreational use. Because of its scenic views and proximity to Historic Dublin and Bridge Park, the park is a popular venue for event requests, large and small. In addition to applicable permitting requirements outlined in the Community Event Policy, this policy provides regulations for the use of Riverside Crossing Park for events.
Please feel free to call Community Events at 614.410.4510 for any further information.
General Use Requirement
- Events and activities shall not impede pedestrian access to the Dublin Link Pedestrian Bridge or prevent general public use of the bike/walking paths.
- The permanent park restrooms may be used by events; however, depending on the size of the event, an event may be required to supply additional portable restrooms. Permitted restrooms must remain accessible to the general public.
- Permission to use a public address system or amplification may be approved through the event permitting process.
- Due to the irrigation system and underground utility lines, staking is not permitted in the event lawn.
- Golf carts or other motorized vehicles are not permitted on the event lawn without prior approval of the Community Events Division.
- If fencing is needed for an event, the style/type of fence shall be reviewed and approved in advance of the event through the event permitting process. Fencing and exclusive access is limited to specific areas of the park.
- Portions of the park are located in the active Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA), and additional portions of the park can be activated as a DORA. If an event desires to activate a portion of the park for use as a DORA, a written request must be made to the Community Events Division staff and approved by the City Council as part of the permitting process.
Private Events
- Private social events such as weddings, birthday parties, graduations, etc. will not be granted a permit for exclusive use of the park and are not permitted to erect tents or other structures.
- Fundraising events with ticketed entrance prices may be permitted, but such events are not permitted to use the upper plaza.
Scheduling Priority
- Tier 2 and Tier 3 permitted events may schedule events for the successive calendar year until December 31. New Tier 1 events are not permitted to schedule events for the successive calendar year.
- Previously permitted events that successfully meet all conditions related to their respective event permit, including Tier 1 events, have first right of refusal for the same location and date for the successive calendar year until December 31.
- Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3 permitted events will be scheduled on a first come, first served basis for the current calendar year starting on January 1.
Fees
In general, the rental fees include the use of the Lower Plaza and surrounding lawn area. Exceptions may apply to avoid conflicts with other scheduled activities, maintaining public accessibility and to minimize excessive damage to the plaza and lawn areas. Fees will be reviewed on a yearly basis.
- Rental includes use of the east plaza landing lower terrace and surrounding lawn area (The Green). Exceptions may apply to avoid conflicts with other scheduled activities and maintain public accessibility.
- Rentals are available in half day and full day allotments. A half day event is a maximum of four (4) hours, including set up and tear down time. Full day events include the entire calendar day, with specific times to be established as part of the permitting process.
- Additional fees may apply for necessary permits and City services.
- Events may require a City staff member onsite depending on its size and complexity. The cost for City staff is in addition to the standard rental fees included in this policy.
- If additional days are necessary for set-up or clean-up, the cost will be half the amount paid for the park rental per day.
Any additional expense due to damage to City property as a result of the event is the responsibility of the permitted event organizer.
Coffman Park South Field Use & Policy
Located on the south end of Coffman Park, this large, open grass field is frequently used for sports leagues, small festivals, and City of Dublin events. Rentals are available either for the full field or for two smaller fields near the Commerce Parkway parking lot. All applicable permitting requirements outlined in the Community Event Policy will apply when renting the Coffman Park South Field.
Fees
- Rentals are available for both the two smaller areas or the entire Coffman South Field.
- Rentals are available in half day or full day allotments. A half day event is a maximum of four (4) hours, including set up and tear down time. Full day events include the entire calendar day, with specific times to be established as part of the permitting process.
- If additional days are necessary for set up or clean up, the cost will be half the amount paid for the park rental per day.
- Additional fees may apply for necessary permits and City services.
- Events may require a City staff member to be onsite depending on its size and complexity. The cost for City staff is in addition to the standard rental fees included in this policy.
- Any additional expense due to damage to City property as a result of the event is the responsibility of the permitted event organizer.
Insurance, Indemnity & Permission
Event organizers will be responsible for any and all damages caused by or related to the event.
The sponsoring organization, permit holder or host establishment may be required to obtain a comprehensive general liability insurance policy (PDF) for bodily injury and property damage arising from the event. This will be at the discretion of the City of Dublin Risk Manager. The City, in its sole discretion, may waive the insurance requirement. It may also be waived when it is necessary to comply with any federal, state or local law, stature, regulation or constitutional provision.
City of Dublin must be named as additionally insured on the Certificate of Liability Insurance.
The Hold Harmless-Indemnification Agreement in the Initial Application must be signed by an authorized representative of the sponsoring organization.
Enforcement of Other Laws
- Nothing contained in this document shall prohibit the authority of any officer to arrest a person engaged in any act or activity granted under this policy, if the conduct of such person violates the laws of the state, provision of this Code, or ordinances of the City, or unreasonably obstructs the public streets and sidewalks of the City, or if such person engaged in acts that cause or would tend to cause a breach of the peace.
- The granting of any Community Event Permit required by this policy shall not eliminate the requirements for any business license or any other permits which may be prescribed by any other federal, state or local statutes, ordinances, rules or regulations; or compliance with any other applicable federal, state or local statutes ordinances, rules or regulations.
Bocce Ball Courts
Two regulation bocce ball courts are available for public use, subject to senior adult programming and league play. Bocce ball sets may be checked out at the Welcome Desk by players 18 and older.
Classrooms
The classrooms house a variety of programs, including pottery and arts & crafts—meeting the needs of preschoolers, children, teens, adults and senior adults.
Community Hall
The Community Hall provides space for parties, receptions, meetings and community events. The facility seats up to 300 or can be divided into smaller rooms.
Abbey theater of Dublin
A 200-seat theater can be used for musical, theatrical and dance performances; film/video; lectures; and seminars.
Computer Lab
Equipped with workstations and a variety of software programs, the computer lab provides high-speed Internet access and opportunities for beginning and intermediate instruction. Open to ages 18 & up.
Family Locker Rooms
Each family locker room has its own shower, restroom and lockers. One locker room, designed for people with special needs, features a dressing table.
Fitness Area
Looking for free weights and cardiovascular equipment? Check out the fully equipped fitness area on the first floor. You will find treadmills, elliptical machines, bicycles and stair steppers along with free weights, Nautilus and a complete set of Cybex strength equipment.
Group Fitness Studios
If you enjoy group fitness, check out the myriad of classes offered. Two state-of-the-art studios feature suspended floors to help reduce impact and injury. Several pass options are available, allowing participants to choose from a weekly schedule of classes that include Spinning®, Pilates and TRX.
Jogging/Walking Track
Joggers and walkers on the second floor track can cover a mile in 13 laps. An expanse of windows provides views of the pools and the outdoors.
Multi-Purpose Pool
The competitive/lap pool measures 25 yards by 25 meters and has two one-meter diving boards. This pool often is divided for activities such as aqua aerobics, open swim, swim team practice and instruction. Bleachers provide ample seating and a separate entrance makes it perfect for area swim meets. The natatorium walls in both the lap and leisure pools are lined with sound-absorbing material.
Leisure Pool
A unique feature of the DCRC is the leisure pool, which includes a lazy river, clam slide for children, double helix slide for those a little more daring and a zero-foot entry point for cautious tots. The warmer water and 3.5-foot maximum depth make this pool perfect for children, adults and senior adults.
Senior Adult Lounge
An elegant, cozy lounge welcomes senior adults to our center. Enjoy playing cards with friends, reading by a fireplace or simply relaxing in this peaceful environment.
Teen Lounge
A teen lounge offers space and a variety of programming opportunities for Dublin teens.
Wee folk/Youth Lounge
While moms and dads are working out, attending a class or relaxing in the hot tub, they can rest assured that their children—from ages 6 weeks to 12 years—are nearby and safe. Children can play in the indoor or outdoor area or engage in age-appropriate games and activities.
Courtesy & Rules
Hours of Operation
Our parks are open for your enjoyment from dawn to dusk, unless otherwise noted at the park or during certain special events.
Shelters/Pavilions
A number of our shelters and pavilions are available to reserve on a first-come, first serve basis. Please be courteous of your neighbors and abide by your reservation times.
Keep it Clean
We’re sure you’ll find Dublin’s parks and bikeways to be clean, beautiful places to enjoy with your family. The City strives to keep its parks, playgrounds and bikeways clean and free of litter. Please leave the parks as clean as you find them so that others will enjoy them as much as you do. Disposal of litter in public places is prohibited unless placed in public trash containers or using City-authorized containers as part of the City’s refuse, recycling and yard waste collection programs.
Pets
We know your furry friends enjoy nature as much as you do. We ask you to be safe and courteous with your pets.
Animals may not run at-large in our parks. All animals must be under the owner’s control at all times. All pets must be securely leashed, kept in a vehicle or suitably caged.
Animal owners also must pick up and properly dispose of any fecal matter left by their pets. It’s not just courteous — it’s the law!
Horses
Horses are allowed in designated areas of Glacier Ridge Metro Park.
Hunting and Fishing
For the safety of our residents, hunting is forbidden in the City. Fishing is permitted in designated areas, including certain City park ponds and in the Scioto River (with a license). Please fish only in ponds where signs prohibiting fishing are not posted.
Respect our Parks
Plants and animals also are part of the Dublin community. Please respect the plant and animal life and ecosystems of our natural areas. Enjoy the flowers, trees and other flora without picking or damaging plants. Touching or disturbing wildlife, including animal and bird nesting areas and eggs can be dangerous to humans — not to mention our flora and fauna! And please do not damage or remove any property or natural feature, including stones and minerals, earth, wood, and nuts. Take only pictures and leave only footprints in our parks.
Rules & Regulations
Dublin Recreation Services is committed to providing quality recreation programs and facilities for the Dublin community. Use of the facilities by families and citizens is strongly encouraged. The following policies have been established to operate the DCRC and to ensure our patrons quality and safe recreation experiences:
- Proper and valid identification is required to gain access to the DCRC. Users of the DCRC need to check in at the front desk and provide annual pass, resident card, temporary pass or pay the daily pass rate for admittance.
- Annual pass holders who do not present their annual pass will only be admitted if an alternate form of photo identification is produced.
- Resident card holders must present their Dublin Resident ID card each visit to receive the daily pass discount rate.
- Annual passes are not transferable and will be deemed void when in the hands of those other than the proper registrant.
- The DCRC and its grounds are smoke- and alcohol-free environments by City ordinance.
- Eating and drinking is permitted in designated areas only.
- Children ages 9 and under must have adult/guardian at least 16 years of age supervising at all times. Supervising adults must keep children ages 4 and under within arm’s reach; there must be at least one adult for each two children in this age group. Children ages 5 through 7 must be within sight of their attending adult at all times. Children ages 8 and 9 must have an adult in the facility at all times. For children ages 5 through 9, there must be one adult for every five children. Children ages 10 years and over may enter the facility without an adult supervisor.
- Youth must be 16 years of age or older to be on the fitness floor. Youth ages 12 – 15 years are permitted on the fitness floor if directly supervised by an adult or if they have passed the Junior Fitness Card Program (see Fitness Program Section). Youth under the age of 12 years are not permitted on the fitness floor area at anytime.
- Youth must be 13 years of age or older to be on the track or in the track stretching areas. Youth ages 8 – 12 years are permitted on the track if directly supervised by an adult or if they have passed the Junior Track Program (see Fitness Program Section). Youth may enroll in the Junior Track Program if they are ages 10-12. Youth under the age of 8 years are not permitted on the track at anytime unless utilizing the pool observation area with an adult.
- Changes in recreation schedules may occur without notice. Staff will post changes in the schedule with as much advance notice as possible. Current pool, aerobics and open gym schedules are available at the Front Desk.
- Dublin Recreation Services is not responsible for lost or stolen articles. It is strongly recommended that you lock your possessions in a locker during your visit to the DCRC.
- Lockers are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Locks may not be left on lockers overnight. Locks which are left overnight will be removed by staff.
- All participants must observe the rules and regulations relating to the safety and operation of the facilities. Any passholder who fails to comply with the rules and regulations of the DCRC will be subject to the following penalties:
- One week’s suspension from use of the facilities upon the first incident;
- Thirty days suspension from use of the facilities upon the second incident;
- One year suspension from use of the facilities upon a third violation; and
- Permanent suspension from use of the facilities upon any subsequent incident.
The following activities, although not an exhaustive list, are examples of behaviors that will result in disciplinary action and police reports when applicable:
- Fighting
- Stealing
- Property Damage
- Disorderly conduct
- Criminal damage
- Verbal abuse of staff and/or patrons
- Not following posted policies and rules
DCRC Regular Building Hours
- Monday – Friday: 5:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
- Saturday: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Sunday: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
2024 Modified Hours
- New Year’s Day: Monday, Jan. 1 open from 8 a.m. to noon
- Easter: Sunday, March 31 – CLOSED
- Memorial Day: Monday, May 27 open from 8 a.m. to noon
- Independence Day: Thursday, July 4 open from 8 a.m. to noon
- Labor Day: Monday, Sept. 2 – CLOSED
- Thanksgiving: Thursday, Nov. 28 open from 8 a.m. to noon
- Christmas Eve: Tuesday, Dec. 24 open from 5:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Christmas: Wednesday, Dec. 25 – CLOSED
- New Year’s Eve: Tuesday, Dec. 31 open from 5:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- New Year’s Day: Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025 open from 8 a.m. to noon
2024 Dublin Irish Festival Special Hours
- Friday, Aug. 2 open from 5:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Saturday, Aug. 3 open from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m.
- Sunday, Aug. 4 – CLOSED
2024 Annual Cleaning, Maintenance & Repairs
The Dublin Community Recreation Center (DCRC) will be closed from Saturday, Aug. 24 through Monday, Sept. 2, 2024 for annual cleaning, maintenance and repairs. The DCRC will reopen at 5:30am Tuesday, Sept. 3. Offices will be staffed for phone calls from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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