Beer Keg/ Concession Trailer Policy
General Provisions:
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Intoxicating liquors and fermented malt beverage (beer) are allowed only in Carson Park, Lower Mt. Simon Park, Riverview Park, Rod & Gun Park, or the Phoenix Park Pavilion.
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Intoxicating liquors and fermented malt beverage (beer) may not be sold in any City Park or facility without permission of the Director of Parks and Recreation. Authorized groups selling intoxication liquors must also have a temporary Class "B" license.
Additional Provisions for Kegs (1/2 Barrels):
- Groups requesting permits for up to 3 half barrels of beer NOT FOR SALE with an estimated attendance of less than 500 people:
- Beer Keg Permit Applications must be submitted to the Parks and Recreation Department a minimum of 10 days prior to the event.
- Kegs of beer shall be restricted to reservable park pavilions or other approved areas in accordance with a permit issued by the Parks and Recreation Department.
- Groups may reserve any of the pavilions in any City Park where beer is allowed.
- An adult (21 years or older) must apply for the permit and agree to all terms and conditions set forth in the permit application.
- There is a $39.00 permit fee. Pavilion reservation is required in addition to the keg permit fee.
- Groups are responsible for leaving the pavilion area in good condition. If additional cleaning/garbage pick up is required by City staff the group will be charged for clean-up time at a rate of $50/hour.
- Groups shall provide additional temporary supplemental toilet facilities (in addition to the restrooms which exist in each park), in accordance with the Eau Claire County Health Code, 9.40.100 Assemblies, in the following parks:
Carson Park - Birch Pavilion
Braun’s Bay Pavilion
Riverview Park - Riverview Island
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Concession Trailer Policies/Procedures
- Department programs & activities will have first priority in using the trailer
- Trailer will be available for rent by community groups for use within a 20 mile radius of the City of Eau Claire
- Trailer is not available for rent by for-profit businesses and individuals
- Rental rate of $75/day or $125/week-end use. (Weekend use encompasses picking up trailer between 3:00pm and 5:00pm on Friday and returning Monday morning by 10:00am) This must be paid at time of reservation
- Complete reservation contract -or- special event request
- Driver must be 18 years old or older w/valid drivers license
- Driver must show proof of vehicle insurance-Requirements are:
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Auto Liability $50,000 per person - $100,00/accident
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Property Damage $10,000
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Uninsured Motorist $25/50,000
- Group must pick-up and return trailer (city staff will not transport). Pick-up times will be between 8:00am and 3:00pm Monday through Friday.
- Trailer must be returned in good condition, clean, with all garbage and personal belongings removed.
If trailer is not returned in good condition, group renting the trailer will be charged a $50 clean-up fee and/or charged for the cost of all repairs. Group will no longer be allowed to rent the trailer.
Towing Requirements:
- Pick-up truck, van or larger vehicle required
- 2' Ball hitch
- Standard flat prong light hook-up
