Palomares Park Community Center

499 E. Arrow Highway

 

Palomares features a full service community center; kitchen with serving area, main room has hardwood floors with mirrors on the walls, large stage, lobby area and indoor restroom.

Maximum Occupancy: 250

Chairs: 250

Tables: 34 Rectangular (8'x2.5')

Per Hour: $111.80

Cleaning: $111.80

Refundable Deposit: $300

Westmont Park Community Center

1808 W. Ninth Street

 

Westmont features a full service community center with a kitchen, serving area, main room with mirrors on walls, medium stage area and indoor restrooms.

Maximum Occupancy: 150

Chairs: 150

Tables: 20 Rectangular (8'x2.5')

Per Hour: $89.45

Cleaning: $111.80

Refundable Deposit: $300

Ganesha Park Community Center

1575 N. White Avenue

 

Ganesha Community Center features a full service community center; kitchen with serving area, main room and indoor restrooms

Maximum Occupancy: 100

Chairs: 100

Tables: 20 Rectangular (8'x2.5')

Per Hour: $89.45

Cleaning: $111.80

Refundable Deposit: $300

Washington Park Community Center

865 E. Grand Avenue

 

Washington features a community center with a main room with mirrors on walls, small stage area, hardwood floors and indoor restrooms.

Maximum Occupancy: 70

Chairs: 70

Tables: 20 Rectangular (6'x2.5')

Per Hour: $89.45

Cleaning: $111.80

Refundable Deposit: $300

Reservation Policy

Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis. A refundable deposit is required to reserve facilities. Facilities must be reserved at least 30 days prior to the scheduled event. Facilities may be reserved no more than one (1) year in advance.

Refundable Deposit Policy

If approved following the event, the refundable deposit will be mailed to the applicant listed on the Facilities Use Permit using the address provided on the permit. Checks are issued within 21 days from the scheduled event date. The refundable deposit may be withheld and/or the event may be subject to closure for reasons outlined below:

• Presence of Intoxicating Beverages
• Damage or vandalism to City facilities or equipment
• Usage exceeding the time specified on the contract
• Excessive trash, causing City staff to perform special clean-up
• Missing or stolen equipment
• Usage exceeding the maximum building/room capacity.
• Fees are not paid 14 days prior to scheduled event.

Fees

Payment of Fees: All fees must be paid at least 14 days prior to the scheduled event.

Acceptable Methods of Payment:

More than 21 days before event: Check, Money orders, or Cash are accepted; No debit or credit cards
Less than 21 days before event: Cash Only

Changes to the Facilities Use Permit

Any changes must be made by the applicant listed on the Facilities Use Permit at least 14 days prior to the scheduled event. Changes include the following:

• Cancellations: If less than 14-day notice is given, the refundable deposit will be withheld. Cancellations must be done in person by the permit holder.
• Time Change Policy: Time changes will be honored only if the facility and staff are available.

Decorations/Other

• All decorations must be removed after the scheduled event. No scotch tape, tacks or nails are allowed to be used; only masking tape is allowed.
• Any existing posters, flyers or other decoration placed in the community center by City staff may not be removed or relocated.
• Use of food warmers is permitted.
• Smoke and fog making machines or entertainment involving fire or flame are not allowed.
• No birdseed, confetti, rice or glitter may be used in facilities or in parking areas.

Regulations

• The facility must be left in a clean and orderly condition. A cleanup checklist will be provided for each rental. Community Services Staff will review the checklist with the person responsible for the event. Damage must be reported to staff on duty immediately.
• Applicants are responsible to inform their guests/event attendees of all rules and regulations.
• Facility Use Permits shall be issued only to responsible adults, 18 years and older, who shall be in attendance at the function for which the Facilities Use Permit is made.
• Please note reservations are made for specific areas only. City parks are open to the public and there may be various activities being held at the park during all events.
• The City is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.

Applicant’s Responsibility

• Removal of decorations
• Leaving kitchen as it was found
• Tables should be cleaned and ready to be put away by the custodial staff

Clean-up Time

The last hour of the rental time is designated as clean-up for rentals involving the handling and/or serving of food. The last hour of the rental time is designated for clean-up for rentals that due not involve the handling and/or serving of food.

Hours of Operation

The facilities are normally available from 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. unless another event has already been scheduled. Facility may be rented for a maximum of 8 hours per day. The applicant must pay for all hours the building will be utilized including hours for include set-up, decorating and clean-up.

Equipment

Any non-City owned personal or rental items brought in for use by the applicant must be removed prior to departure from the facility. Any items left behind are subject to immediate disposal.

Use of Intoxicating Beverages

The presence of intoxicating beverages is prohibited by Pomona City Code Section 34-151 and 34-152. This applies to community centers, parking lots, picnic pavilions and areas, sports fields: All City Property. Applicant will be held responsible to inform all guests of this ordinance.

Insurance

The applicant is required to obtain liability insurance that meets the City of Pomona’s requirements and submit proof of insurance at least 14 days in advance.

Liability Insurance available for purchase:

• Palomares/Westmont - $113.00
• Ganesha/Washington - $81.00

Security

The City of Pomona reserves the right to require the applicant to obtain security for the event using a company that has been approved by the City of Pomona.

All Events are Subject to Patrol by the Pomona Police Department and its affiliates.