Building Use Policy

Building Use Policy

1. Owner agrees to let User use First United Methodist Church Room(s) for the described purpose on the reverse side of this form.
2. User agrees that it will not use the premises for any unlawful purposes, and will obey all laws, rules and regulations of all governmental authorities while using the above described facilities.
3. User agrees to abide by any rules or regulations for the use of the premises that are attached to this agreement.
4. User agrees to hold harmless, indemnify and defend Owner (including Owner’s agents, employees, and representatives) from any and all liability for injury or damage including but not limited to bodily injury, personal injury, emotional injury, or property damage which may result from any person using the above described premises, its entrances and exits, and surrounding areas, for User’s purposes, regardless of whether such injury or damage results from the negligence of the Owner (including Owner’s agents, employees and representatives) or otherwise.
5. User agrees that it will not assign any of its rights under this agreement, and any such assignment will void this agreement at the sole option of the Owner.
6. Owner and User agree to attempt to resolve any disputes arising under this agreement via a mutually acceptable alternative dispute resolution process.

First Church sees the use of the church and its facilities to further the vision that God has given to this congregation, which is to provide a loving home for individuals to come to know and serve the Lord Jesus Christ in our community and beyond.

• Please no smoking inside Church building.
• No alcohol or illegal drugs permitted on Church property.
• Areas of the building used (including chairs, tables, coffee pots) must be picked up when you leave.
• Food and beverages are to be confined to appropriate eating areas. Beverages with red dye (example: red punch) are prohibited in the new area.
• User must contact Church office to schedule a room, share any special room set-up, and provide the name and phone number of the contact person.
• Children should be confined to assigned room or be attended by a teenager/adult.

Church groups, Small Blessings, and Church Basketball League - no charge and these groups have priority.

Money making groups - There will be a 10% charge of their profits and First Church reserves the right to charge a custodial fee.

Liability:

First United Methodist Church of Eaton Rapids is not responsible for lost or stolen articles. The Church is not liable for accidents or injuries due to athletic or social events. I have read and understood the above policy. I agree to abide by its provisions