The City has ten different park shelters with restrooms available for rental on a first-come, first-served basis. Rental fees and policies, as well as park rules, are listed below and on the reservation form. To check availability of specific dates, view them online or call the Parks office at 497-2913.
Reservations
Shelter reservations entitle the renter only to the pavilion area and the tables underneath. Restrooms, playgrounds, and other park amenities are available to the public during park open hours. There are no kitchen spaces available at any shelters.
Shelter reservations can be made online, in person at our office, or mailed with payment to City of Verona Parks. Reservations can only be made during the current calendar year. The reservation season is between April and October.
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Reservations are not final until the Parks Department receives a completed and signed form as well as payment. For online reservations, you are confirmed the instant your credit card is accepted as long as your reservation is not a special event (see below).
Reservation fee
- City residents: $100
- Non-residents: $200
Refund policy
A full refund will be issued if a shelter rental is cancelled at least 30 days prior to the reservation date. A 50% refund will be issued if the cancellation is made 14 to 29 days prior to the reservation date.
Special event conditions
Special events require 30 days of advance notice and Park Commission approval. Online reservations are not allowed for special events. A reservation is considered a special event when any of the following conditions apply:
- More than 200 people will be in attendance.
- The event takes place before 7:00 a.m. or after 10:00 p.m.
- The event is catered.
- Music or loudspeakers will be used as part of the event (regular household speakers, such as small Bluetooth speakers, are exempt from this).
- The event charges an admission fee or offers anything for sale as part of the event.*
- Outside attractions will be brought in (dunk tank, inflatables, etc.).*
*Items 5 and 6 may require a certificate of insurance.
Park rules
- Consumption of alcohol in any city park is allowed only by permit. Ord. 12-1-6(a).
- Consumption of alcohol in a vehicle or in a city parking lot is always forbidden. Ord. 12-1-6(b).
- Glass bottles and containers are not allowed in city parks. Ord. 12-1-1(12).
- Pets are not allowed in city parks. Ord. 12-1-1(20).
- Parking or operating a vehicle on turf areas is prohibited. Ord. 12-1-1(9).
- Fires are allowed only in grills and fireplaces. Ord. 12-1-1(7).
- The individual whose name appears on the park reservation permit is responsible for the conduct of all persons covered by the permit. Failure to show proof of permit upon request may result in the revocation of the permit, confiscation of alcoholic beverages, and subject the offender to arrest. Ord. 12-1-6(e)(1).
