Facilities

The Community House is the perfect location for meetings and events. Its history and charm make it a great place for gatherings. It is located next to the Marcy Fryday Pelican Path and Mohrhusen Park for some wonderful photo opportunities. The Community House has a quaint covered porch that overlooks a large grass yard as well as a kitchen and stage for small entertainment.

Room sizes are approximate.

Features & Equipment Availability

• Kitchen
• Hardwood floors
• Stage
• Two (2) decorative fireplaces
• Air conditioning
• Covered, lighted porch
• Tables & Chairs
  • 200 folding chairs
  • 12 8' rectangle tables
  • 15 5' round tables
  • 1 6' round table

Tables and chairs are provided as a courtesy and there is no guarantee of the quantity or quality. It is the renter's responsibility to provide additional tables and/or chairs for their event if the tables/chairs are not adequate for your needs.

Reservations

• Applications must be submitted at least two (2) business days before the event.
• Applicant must sign and pay fees in person and may not do so on behalf of someone else.
• Event times may not extend beyond City Facility hours unless approved by the City Manager or designee.

Payments & Refunds

• Rental, deposit, and other applicable fees are due at the time the application is submitted.
• Deposits are refunded within fifteen (15) business days after the event, provided the facility is left clean and undamaged.
• Refund checks are made out and mailed to the applicant – no exceptions.
• Deposits will be withheld until the key(s) to the Community House are returned.
• Cancellations must be received in writing no later than thirty (30) days before the event for a full refund.
• If alcohol will be served at the event, an alcohol administrative fee must be paid, and the approved Alcohol Security Agreement must be clearly posted at the event.
• Police officer(s) will be assigned to be present for the entire duration of the event if alcohol is being served. The police officer(s) will be paid by the applicant at the time of the event, at a rate of $40 per hour with a 4-hour minimum.

Facility Use

• The Community House rental is for 12 hours, with a curfew of midnight.
• The Community House is rented as is.
• No smoking is allowed in the Community House.
• The light switch for the porch is located in the men’s restroom.
• AED Defibrillator is located in the kitchen cabinets for emergencies.
• Please do not drag tables & chairs across the floors.
• Do not use the fireplace.
• Candles may be used, provided they are extinguished and removed from the facility when the event is over (including any spilled candle wax).
• Do not use tacks, nails, or staples on any City structure.
• Items stored on the stage area cannot be removed or stored elsewhere.
• The loft is a restricted area, and no one is allowed to use this area for their event.

Custodial

• Applicant assumes cleaning responsibilities if entering the building before noon.
• The applicant is responsible for setting up and cleaning up for their event within the day/time listed on the event application.
• Tables and chairs must be put away. Please do not drag tables & chairs across the floor. Doing so could result in a loss of deposit.
• Broom, dust mop, mop & bucket are provided. Please bring your cleaning products.
• Sweep interior and porch area (including confetti, rice, birdseeds, etc.).
• Spot mop & wipe counters and tables.
• Remove food, drinks, containers, equipment, and personal items from the building.
• Empty trash cans and remove trash from the building.
• Turn off the Air Conditioner when you leave.
• Failure to complete custodial requirements will result in the loss of the deposit

Reservation Information

Resident

Non-Profit/Local Groups

Non-Resident

Optional Fees