Rotary International

Rotary is a worldwide organization of business and professional leaders that provides humanitarian service, encourages high ethical standards in all vocations, and helps build goodwill and peace in the world. Approximately 1.2 million Rotarians belong to more than 31,000 Rotary clubs located in 166 countries.
 

 
 
The main objective of Rotary is service in the community, in the workplace, and throughout the world. Rotarians develop community service projects that address many of today’s most critical issues, such as, children at risk, poverty and hunger, the environment, illiteracy, and violence. Members of Rotary, also, support programs for youth, educational opportunities and international exchanges for students, teachers, and other professionals, and vocational and career development. The Rotary motto is “Service Above Self”
   
  In 2002, Rotary clubs around the world were asked to select a Centennial Project for their club to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Rotary. Three local Rotary clubs - Gastonia East, Breakfast, and Gastonia - decided to combine their efforts into one substantial project that could not be completed by one club alone. After many months of reviewing ideas and suggestions, the group agreed to fund and construct the Rotary Centennial Pavilion on the northern end of South Street in the heart of downtown Gastonia. The Pavilion serves as a catalyst to downtown development and sends a message to the community that local business leaders are committed to contributing to the positive image of the City. The Rotary Centennial Pavilion was dedicated to the City and to all the citizens of Gastonia on April 16, 2005, as part of its 100th anniversary celebration.
 
  The Rotary Centennial Pavilion, a facility owned and operated by the City of Gastonia, was presented as a gift to the City and its citizens through the combined efforts of the Breakfast Rotary Club, the East Gastonia Rotary Club, and the Gastonia Rotary Club.
     
 
Contact Information
Don Lowe
Engineering Department
Garland Municipal Center
150 South York Street
Gastonia, NC 28052
704-866-6943
 
     
  GENERAL POLICY

The City of Gastonia shall maintain a liability insurance policy to cover rental events and employees.

All federal and state laws and City ordinances are to be observed. Users of the facility will not be discriminated against because of sex, race, religion or nationality.

Decisions to grant use of the Rotary Pavilion will be made in accordance with the following prioritized ranking of users and user groups:

1. City of Gastonia programs and uses
2. Programs sponsored by City-affiliated, non-profit organizations
3. Programs sponsored by the Rotary Clubs of Gastonia and the Gastonia Downtown     Development Corporation (GDDC)
4. All other functions scheduled on a first-come first-served basis.

The renter must pay the rental fee to hold the event date. Fees are not refundable for cancellations made prior to the event. Fees are not refundable due to inclement weather; a rain date may be scheduled as available, if desired, within 30 days of cancellation.

The Pavilion’s intended use is as an entertainment venue for the community, such as, theatrical performances, cultural events, musicals, and concerts.

User generated publicity about an event shall be approved by the Rental Coordinator.

It is the responsibility of the user to check with staff about building and site condition and final arrangements before leaving the premises.

All security must be provided by pre-approved, off-duty city or county law enforcement officers, and will be the responsibility of the renter. An off-duty officer, with jurisdiction in the City of Gastonia, must be present anytime alcohol is served.

SMOKING IS NOT ALLOWED ANYWHERE ON THE PAVILION.

Rental fee schedule is subject to change without notice.

Any events having in excess of 50 people present, or where alcohol is served, must provide proof of Homeowners Liability Insurance or Special Events Insurance in the amount of $1,000,000.00. Proof of insurance must be provided at contract signing or a minimum of 30 days prior to leasing the facility. Also, an ABC permit may be required.
     
 
     
  FEE SCHEDULE

Includes: pavilion & plaza area
Government/Non-Profit/City Resident Rate $100.00 per day
(Non-profit organizations as defined by the IRS)

Commercial/Non-City Resident Rate $200.00 per day

If any area of the adjacent parking lots and/or public streets are to be closed in order to accommodate the utilization of the pavilion, an event permit will be required.

If amplified sound will be utilized, a noise permit will be required.

Portable restroom facilities are the responsibility (required) of the user.

RENTER RESPONSIBILITES

A legally responsible party, who must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age, must sign a contract with the City.

The user is responsible for all guests, caterers, vendors and service providers associated with the event and shall abide by the rules set by the City of Gastonia. Any damage to the site or building is the liability of the renter and may result in denied use of the facility in the future as well as additional charges.

All plans and arrangements are to be reviewed and approved by the City of Gastonia.

If your event has vendors, said vendors shall, also, comply with all vendor rules and regulations.

Banners, signs and other such items MAY NOT BE TAPED, NAILED, STAPLED, OR ATTACHED IN ANY WAY to the Pavilion. If you need to have your banners/signs displayed inside or outside, arrange to have freestanding poles for attachment.

Any items tied to the benches in the plaza (balloons, etc.), must be removed at the end of the event. All trash removal for clean up after the event is the responsibility of the renter.

The City reserves the right to inquire about the nature of the function and to refuse inappropriate activities and usage.