OCCUPANCY AGREEMENT

FOR CARETAKER AT

BILL FREDERICK PARK AT TURKEY LAKE

THIS OCCUPANCY AGREEMENT (“Occupancy Agreement”) is made this ___ day of

_____________, 2015 (the “Effective Date”) by and between the CITY OF ORLANDO,

FLORIDA, a municipal corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of

Florida, herein referred to as the “City”, and Demetrius A. Ford, herein referred to as the

“Caretaker”.

RECITALS

A. Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake, located at 3401 S. Hiawassee Road, Orlando,

Florida 32835 (the “Park”), is owned and operated by City for the purpose of providing

recreational facilities for its citizens. Within the Park there exists a home intended to provide a

place of residence for a caretaker for the Park, as an added security measure and to assist in the

operation of the Park.

B. The parties desire to enter into an occupancy agreement for Caretaker to act as

caretaker for the Park in exchange for use of the caretaker residence and other benefits as

described herein.

C. This Agreement shall serve to document the arrangement under which Caretaker shall

provide caretaker services for the Park during the term of this Agreement.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements herein

contained, and other valuation consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby

acknowledged by each party to the other, City and Caretaker agree as follows:

1. OCCUPANCY AUTHORIZATION. City does hereby authorize Caretaker

to occupy the caretaker residence. (In this agreement references to “Premises” shall mean and

refer solely to the house and the area within the chain link fence in the rear of the home, for

Caretaker’s use within the Park, as shown on Exhibit “A” attached hereto and made a part

hereof.

2. OCCUPANCY PERIOD. The period of occupancy will commence November

16, 2015 (the “Commencement Date”) and end on December 31, 2016 (the “Expiration Date”).

The period of occupancy may be renewed two (2) times for two (2) years each, on terms

mutually agreeable in writing by the parties. The City’s Real Estate Manager is hereby

authorized to execute any extensions or modifications of this agreement without further City

Council approval. Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may terminate this Occupancy

Agreement, without cause, upon thirty (30) days prior written notice to the other.

3. CARETAKER DUTIES. In exchange for the right to occupy the Premises,

Caretaker agrees to perform the caretaker tasks as set forth in the Procedures Manual as shown in

Exhibit “B” for the Park provided to Caretaker prior to entering into this Agreement, which is

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by reference incorporated herein and made a part hereof. All changes from time to time in the

Procedures Manual shall become effective immediately upon approval and notification to the

Caretaker without the necessity of amending this Agreement to incorporate such changes.

Caretaker acknowledges having read the Manual and agreeing to fulfill all terms and conditions

required of Caretaker for the Park. The parties agree that the City may modify the Manual from

time to time without Caretaker’s approval; provided however, should Caretaker refuse to accept

any modification, the modification shall not apply for the remainder of the term; however, this

Agreement will terminate ten (10) days thereafter, at City’s election.

4. USE OF PREMISES AND OTHER CARETAKER COMPENSATION.

Caretaker shall use and occupy the Premises exclusively as his/her residence and for conducting

related business activities of the Park; provided however, no part of the Premises shall be used at

any time for the purpose of carrying on any other business, profession, or trade of any kind.

Caretaker shall not allow any persons, other than Caretaker, his/her spouse and minor child(ren)

and son Demetrius A. Ford, Jr. to use or occupy the Premises, except after first obtaining City's

written consent. Caretaker shall comply with any and all laws, ordinances, rules and orders of

all governmental or quasi-governmental authorities affecting the cleanliness, use, occupancy and

preservation of the Premises. In exchange for the services to be provided by Caretaker,

Caretaker shall live in the Premises rent free, except to the extent otherwise provided herein.

[Caretaker shall also be entitled to two (2) annual family memberships per year for use by

Caretaker’s family members to enjoy Park amenities for which it is unnecessary to pay a usage

fee.]

5. ASSIGNMENT AND SUBLETTING. Caretaker shall not assign this

Occupancy Agreement, or grant any license to use the Premises or any part thereof without the

prior written consent of City. Consent by City to one such assignment or license shall not be

deemed to be consent to any subsequent assignment or license. An assignment or license

without the prior written consent of City or an assignment by operation of law shall be absolutely

null and void and shall, at City's option, terminate this Occupancy Agreement.

6. ALTERATIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS. Caretaker shall make no

alterations to the buildings or improvements on the Premises or construct any building or make

any other improvements on the Premises without the prior written consent of City. Any and all

alterations, changes, and/or improvements built, constructed or placed on the Premises by

Caretaker shall, unless otherwise provided by written agreement between City and Caretaker, be

and become the property of City and remain on the Premises at the expiration or earlier

termination of this Occupancy Agreement.

7. DAMAGE TO PREMISES. If the Premises are partially damaged by fire or

other casualty not caused by Caretaker, his/her family or visitors lawfully on the Premises, City

will within a reasonable time repair the damage. In addition in the event of damage by fire or

other casualty such that the Premises are uninhabitable, Caretaker’s responsibility to perform

services as provided herein shall abate until the Premises are rebuilt or repaired. City also will

have the option of not rebuilding or repairing, in which event the term of this Lease will end and

Caretaker’s service responsibilities shall also end on the date of the casualty loss. If Premises are

damaged due to fire or other casualty negligently or intentionally caused by Caretaker, his/her

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family or any visitors lawfully on the Premises, Caretaker shall be responsible for all related

losses.

In the event the Premises are substantially destroyed or rendered wholly uninhabitable by

fire, storm, earthquake, or other casualty not caused by the negligence or intentional acts of

Caretaker, this Occupancy Agreement shall terminate upon such occurrence, except for the

purpose of enforcing rights that may have then accrued hereunder. If the damages are caused in

whole or in part negligently or intentionally by Caretaker, his/her family or any visitors lawfully

on the Premises, Caretaker shall be responsible for all related losses.

8. ANIMALS. Caretaker shall not permit domestic or other animals on or about the

Premises without the written consent of City’s Parks Division Manager, which may be withheld

for any or no reason.

9. UTILITIES. The cost of water, electrical utilities and one cell phone shall be

paid for by Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake. Charges for all other utilities, including, but not

limited to long distance telephone service and high-speed Internet service shall be the

responsibility of Caretaker. Caretaker will maintain at all times “cell-phone contact” which will

allow City staff to be in contact as needed for assistance in the Park.

10. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. Caretaker shall not keep on the Premises any

item of a dangerous, flammable or explosive character that might unreasonably increase the

danger of fire or explosion on the Premises or that might be considered hazardous or extra

hazardous by any responsible insurance company, and shall comply with all laws, ordinances,

rules and orders of boards or other authorities affecting the Premises.

11. OCCUPANT’S INSURANCE. Caretaker shall procure and keep in force during

the period of occupancy a liability insurance policy covering the Premises, and shall provide City

with a certificate of insurance evidencing such coverage, prior to occupying the Premises at the

time of each renewal.

12. INDEMNIFICATION. Caretaker shall indemnify City, its elected and

appointed officials, officers, agents, employees and hold them harmless from any suits, actions,

damages, liability, and expenses in connection with loss of life, bodily or personal injury,

property damage or otherwise arising from or out of any occurrence in, on, at, or from the

Premises, or the occupancy or use by Caretaker of the Premises, sidewalks adjacent thereto or

any part thereof or occasioned wholly or in part by any act or omission of Caretaker, its agents,

contractors, employees, servants, invitees, licensees, or concessionaires, or anyone for whose

acts Caretaker is responsible. This indemnity and hold harmless agreement shall include

indemnity against all costs, expenses, and liabilities, including attorney's fees incurred by City,

its elected and appointed officials, officers, agents, employees in connection with any claim,

action or trial, appellate, bankruptcy court or probate proceedings relative thereto. If any such

action or proceeding is instituted against City its elected and appointed officials, officers, agents,

employees, Caretaker, upon written notice from City, shall defend such action or proceeding by

counsel approved in writing by City, such approval not to be unreasonably withheld or delayed.

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Nothing herein shall inure to the benefit of any third party for the purpose of any claim otherwise

barred by sovereign immunity or the operation of law.

13. DEFAULT. If City determines that Caretaker is in default of this Occupancy

Agreement, City shall provide Caretaker with a notice of default, and Caretaker shall have a

limited number of days to cure the default unless otherwise excepted: (a) for the failure to

perform and fulfill the requirements of Section 3 of this Occupancy Agreement concerning

Caretaker’s responsibilities regarding the Park, Caretaker shall have three (3) days to cure; (b)

for activities in contravention of this Occupancy Agreement (including but not limited to having

or permitting unauthorized pets, guests, or vehicles; or failing to keep the Premises clean and

sanitary), Caretaker shall have seven (7) days to cure. If Caretaker fails to cure the default within

the required time frame, City may immediately terminate this Occupancy Agreement, and

Caretaker shall immediately vacate the Premises and return the keys to City. However, if

Caretaker’s default is of a nature that Caretaker should not be given an opportunity to cure the

default (including but not limited to destruction, damage, or misuse of City's property by

intentional act or a subsequent or continued unreasonable disturbance), City may deliver a

written notice to Caretaker specifying the default and City's intent to terminate this Occupancy

Agreement. In such event, City may terminate this Occupancy Agreement, and Caretaker shall

have seven (7) days from the date that the notice is delivered to vacate the Premises. In the event

of termination, Caretaker shall pay City the sum of Fifty and No/100 Dollars ($50.00) per day as

rent until Caretaker vacates the Premises, starting from the date this Agreement is terminated. In

addition, if this Occupancy Agreement is terminated pursuant to this paragraph, City may, at

City's option, exercise any and all rights and remedies available to City at law or in equity.

14. INSPECTION OF PREMISES. Upon five (5) days prior notice, City and City's

agents shall have the right at all reasonable times during the period of occupancy and any

renewal thereof to enter the Premises for the purpose of inspecting the Premises and all buildings

and improvements thereon, and for the purpose of making any repairs, additions or alterations as

may be deemed appropriate by City for the preservation of the Premises. In the event of an

emergency City will provide Caretaker as much notice as possible considering the circumstances

surrounding the need to inspect. City and its agents shall further have the right to exhibit the

Premises and to display the usual "for sale", "for rent" or "vacancy" signs on the Premises at any

time within forty-five (45) days before the expiration of this Occupancy Agreement. The right

of entry shall likewise exist for the purpose of removing placards, signs, fixtures, alterations or

additions that do not conform to this Occupancy Agreement or to any restrictions, rules or

regulations affecting the Premises.

15. CITY’S MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITIES. City shall assume

the responsibility for maintenance of the exterior of the Premises, including the roof of the

Premises, and shall be responsible for maintaining the exterior in a satisfactory condition for the

purposes for which the Premises may be occupied by Caretaker. City shall maintain the lawn

and all other landscaping on the Premises outside of the residence. Caretaker shall remain

responsible for any maintenance required, because of Caretaker’s negligence and/or misuse.

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary stated herein, the provisions of this section shall not

apply to any damage caused by fire, windstorm or other acts of God which are specifically

covered by the provisions of Section 7.

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16. CARETAKER’S MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITIES. Caretaker shall

maintain the interior of the Premises, including but not limited to the windows, in the same

condition as upon the acceptance of the Premises by Caretaker, normal wear and tear excepted,

and shall make any repairs or additions at his/her own expense necessary for the utilization of the

Premises for the purposes described above, and to pay all expenses incurred in such repairs

promptly when the same become due and payable. Any repairs or additions so made shall

become part of the structure and the property of City. Further, Caretaker shall at his/her own

expense, maintain the fixtures in the house, and also the Premises in good clean condition and

repair, and shall also effect all required repairs to the plumbing, wiring, heaters, furnace, electric

and gas fixtures, and all appliances, when damage is due to misuse, waste, neglect or not.

Caretaker also agrees that no signs shall be placed upon the Premises and no painting, repairs or

alterations shall be done without the written consent of City.

17. CONDITION OF PREMISES. Caretaker stipulates, represents and warrants

that Caretaker has examined the Premises, and that they are at the time of this Occupancy

Agreement in good order, repair, and in a safe, clean and habitable condition. Caretaker shall

accept the Premises “AS IS”.

18. ABANDONMENT. If at any time during the period of occupancy Caretaker

abandons the Premises or any part thereof, City may, at City's option, obtain possession of the

Premises in the manner provided by law, and without becoming liable to Caretaker for damages

or for any payment of any kind whatever. If City's right of reentry is exercised following

abandonment of the Premises by Caretaker, then City shall consider any personal property

belonging to Caretaker and left on the Premises to also have been abandoned, in which case City

may dispose of all such personal property in any manner City shall deem proper and City is

hereby relieved of all liability for doing so. BY SIGNING THIS OCCUPANCY AGREEMENT,

CARETAKER AGREES THAT UPON SURRENDER OR ABANDONMENT, CITY SHALL

NOT BE LIABLE OR RESPONSIBLE FOR STORAGE OR DISPOSITION OF

CARETAKER'S PERSONAL PROPERTY.

19. CARETAKER'S HOLD OVER. Any holding over by Caretaker after the

expiration of the period of occupancy shall be treated as a tenancy at sufferance, the rent for

which shall be determined by calculating what the fair rental rate would be based upon

comparable properties within Orlando, Florida, multiplied by two, prorated on a daily basis. In

that event the tenancy at sufferance shall otherwise be on the terms and conditions set forth in

this Occupancy Agreement, so far as applicable.

20. SURRENDER OF PREMISES. Upon the expiration of the term hereof,

Caretaker shall surrender the Premises in as good a state and condition as they were at the

commencement of this Occupancy Agreement, reasonable use and wear and tear thereof and

damages by the elements excepted.

21. QUIET ENJOYMENT. Upon Caretaker's performance of all Caretaker's

agreements contained herein and Caretaker's observance of all rules and regulations, Caretaker

shall and may peacefully and quietly have, hold and enjoy the Premises for the term hereof.

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22. MILITARY AND EMPLOYMENT STATUS DISCLOSURE. On the

Effective Date of this Occupancy Agreement, Caretaker hereby represents and warrants that

Caretaker is neither in the military service of the United States of America nor an employee of

City in any capacity other than as Caretaker. Caretaker further acknowledges that Caretaker may

not retain a position as Caretaker and also obtain another employment position with the City,

holding both positions at the same time.

23. RADON NOTIFICATION. Pursuant to Florida Statute 404.056(8), the

following disclosure is made: "RADON GAS: Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas

that, when it has accumulated in the building in sufficient quantities, may present health risks to

persons who are exposed to it over time. Levels of radon gas that exceed federal and state

guidelines have been found in buildings in Florida. Additional information regarding radon and

radon testing may be obtained from your County Public Health Unit."

24. NOTICES. Whenever notice or demand is to be given, such notice or demand

shall be in writing and shall be hand delivered or sent by certified mail, return receipt requested,

postage prepaid:

To City: Real Estate Management

City of Orlando

400 S. Orange Avenue

Orlando, Florida 32801

Phone Nos. 407 246-2563 & 407-246-2655

Copy to: Parks Division Manager

1206 W. Columbia Street

Orlando, FL 32805

Phone No. 407-246-2283

To Caretaker: Demetrius A. Ford

3401 S. Hiawassee Road

Orlando, Florida 32835

Phone Nos.

25. DESCRIPTIVE HEADINGS. The descriptive headings used herein are for

convenience of reference only and they are not intended to have any effect whatsoever in

determining the rights or obligations of either City or Caretaker.

26. NON-WAIVER. No indulgence, waiver, election or non-election by City under

this Occupancy Agreement shall affect Caretaker's duties and liabilities hereunder.

27. SEVERABILITY. If any provision of this Occupancy Agreement or the

application thereof shall, for any reason and to any extent, be invalid or unenforceable, neither

the remainder of this Occupancy Agreement nor the application of the provision to other persons,

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entities or circumstances shall be affected thereby, but instead shall be enforced to the maximum

extent permitted by law.

28. BINDING EFFECT. The covenants, obligations and conditions herein

contained shall be binding on and inure to the benefit of the heirs, legal representatives, and

assigns of the parties hereto.

29. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Occupancy Agreement constitutes the entire

agreement between the Parties with respect to the specific matters contained herein and

supersedes all previous discussions, understandings, and agreements. Any amendments to or

waivers of the provisions herein shall be made by the parties in writing. No other agreements,

oral or otherwise, regarding the subject matter of this Occupancy Agreement shall be deemed to

exist or to bind either party hereto.

30. WAIVER OF JURY TRIAL. CITY AND CARETAKER HAVE

SPECIFICALLY WAIVED THE RIGHT TO A JURY TRIAL CONCERNING ANY

DISPUTES WHICH MAY ARISE CONCERNING THIS OCCUPANCY AGREEMENT,

SPECIFICALLY BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY ISSUES INVOLVING CARETAKER'S

OCCUPANCY OF THE PREMISES.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Occupancy Agreement for

Caretaker at Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake on the day and year first written above.

CITY OF ORLANDO, FLORIDA

By:

Mayor / Pro Tem

Printed Name: _________________________________

Attest:

By: _____________________________

Alana C. Brenner, City Clerk

APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY

for the use and reliance of the

City of Orlando, Florida, only.

______________________________, 2015.

___________________________________

Assistant City Attorney

Orlando, Florida

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BY SIGNING THIS OCCUPANCY AGREEMENT, THE CARETAKER AGREES THAT

UPON SURRENDER, ABANDONMENT, OR RECOVERY OF POSSESSION OF THE

DWELLING UNIT DUE TO THE DEATH OF THE LAST REMAINING OCCUPANT, AS

PROVIDED BY CHAPTER 83, FLORIDA STATUTES, THE CITY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE

OR RESPONSIBLE FOR STORAGE OR DISPOSITION OF THE CARETAKER'S

PERSONAL PROPERTY.

_____________________________

Demetrius A. Ford

WITNESSES as to Caretaker:

1. Sign Name: __________________________

Print Name: __________________________

2. Sign Name: __________________________

Print Name: __________________________

STATE OF FLORIDA

COUNTY OF ORANGE

The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _____day of

________________, 2015, by Demetrius A. Ford, who is personally known to me or who have

produced (type of identification) _______________________ as identification.

______________________________________

Notary Public: __________________________

My commission Expires: __________________

Signature Page

Caretaker Occupancy Agreement

BFP@Turkey Lake Park

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EXHIBIT “A” (Premises)

law16874

Text Box

EXHIBIT “B” (Procedures Manual)

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Caretaker Procedures for Bill Fredrick Park at Turkey Lake

Table of Contents

Caretaker Duties 2 Additional Information, Admission 3 Animals

Animals, Beach Tennis/Volleyball 4

BFP Staff, Boat Dock 5

Boat Rental Program, Boats, Boone High School Boat House 6

Cabin / Primitive Campers 7

Camp Ground Policies 8, 9

Children’s Farm/ Barn Animals 9

City Departments 10, 11

Cricket Field, Daily Log, Disc Golf 12

Signature Events, Fishing 13

Fishing Pier, Gates, Gate House 14

Horse Boarding Facility, Horse Shoes, Irrigation 15

Keys, Lake 16

Maintenance Shop, Memberships, Parking, Paths 17

Pavilion Rental / Picnicking 18

Playground, Primitive Campground, Questions and Concerns 19

Restrooms 20

RV- Family Camp 21

Sun Shelters, Swimming Pool 22

Telephone Numbers, Trees 23

Utilities 24

Vacation, Vehicles, Water Well, Wedding Gazebo 25

What the City Will Provide

Attachments

Park Map

Horse Boarding Agreement

Horse Boarding Clients

Fire Hydrant Locations

Exhibit “C”

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CARETAKER DUTIES

November – March 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM April – October 8:00 AM – 7:00PM

In exchange for the right to occupy the Premises, Caretaker agrees to perform the

following tasks for City:

(A) Provide security, by checking the Park and buildings located therein during the two hour period immediately after park closing. Caretaker shall be visibly present in the Park during those hours Mondays through Fridays. Caretaker shall do likewise during the weekends at least once every 8 hours between park closing and opening hours; including during the two hour period immediately after park closing.

(B) If the gates are not locked by Park closing time, lock the gates to the Park and if not unlocked at time of park opening immediately contact Park Manager.

(C) Immediately report any and all unusual activities occurring within the Park to the Bill Frederick Park Manager at (407) 859-9929) and, if appropriate, law enforcement authorities. If an emergency should occur call 911. Caretaker shall also immediately contact the City’s Real Estate Management Department at (407) 246-2653 or (407) 246-2655 and alert them of the matter. After hours, leave message.

(D) To the extent Caretaker interacts with Park visitors and members of the public, Caretaker shall do so in a polite and considerate manner.

(E) Keep a daily log of Caretaker’s activities. “Exhibit C” sample attached within Caretaker Manual.

(F) Respond to guest requests as needed. (G) If after hours there are any problems with the sewer lift station in the Park,

Caretaker shall contact Wastewater (refer to Caretaker Manual for phone numbers) and assist in remedying the situation.

(H) Refer to Caretaker Manual for additional duties, park information or relevant phone numbers to be addressed.

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Additional Information

City of Orlando Wastewater Lift Station Numbers and Locations- #180 Primitive Area,

#181 South Beach, #182 RV campground, #183 Pav#3, #184 Pool Area, #185 Pav#6

∙ Main FM#’s – Gatehouse FM#205, Caretaker House FM#206, Maintenance

Shop FM#208, Carter Center FM#215, Pavilion#1 FM#260, Pavilion#2

FM#259, Pavilion#3 FM#240, Pavilion#4 FM#234, Pavilion#5 FM#224 After

hours contact for problems related to restrooms, Cabin air conditioning, water

line breaks.

∙ Main water line valves located at north east corner of park. Fire Hydrant line 8”,

potable water line 4”.

Admission

City of Orlando 3401 S. Hiawassee Rd. Orlando Fl 32835

Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake 407-246-4486 (office) 407-297-2056 (fax)

Park Entry Fees: Fees Including Tax

Per car daily charge $4.00

If driver ONLY daily charge $2.00

Passenger Vans daily charge $1.00/per person

Buses Daily Charge $1.00/per person

Individual Annual Pass $30.14/per year

Family annual Pass $79.88/per year

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Animals

Farm Animals include: Horses, Cow, Goats, Rabbits, Chickens, and Pigs.

In the event a horse is out of the pasture, call Park Manager (Home 407-859-9929 Cell

407-557-7117). Monitor Front Gate to insure horse or horses cannot escape park

grounds.

Beach Tennis/Volleyball

Water line or shower problems call Facilities (407) 761-3551.

For equipment rental and court reservations contact Gate House (407-299-5581) during

Park Hours (After hours – equipment is not available for use).

Beach tennis / volleyball are available on first come first serves bases.

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Bill Frederick Park Staff

Janice Rahill Program Manager

Bill Girard Park Manager

Naomi Nelson Administrative Specialist

Lloyd Green Crew Leader

Sampson Agyekum Crew Leader

Bob Cywinski Service Worker

Richard Prorock Service Worker

Becky Rowell Service Worker

Vinnie Ganley Service Worker

Betsy Plummer Service Worker

Donna Rayfield Gate Attendant

Mantana Brown Gate Attendant

Crystal Davis Seasonal/Part time Gate Attendant

Seasonal/Part time Gate Attendant

Seasonal/Part time Gate Attendant

Charley Whittle Seasonal/Boat Program Attendant

Boat Dock

Any structural problems occurring at boat house or boat dock should be reported to

Facilities 407-761-3551.

Any safety problems should be reported to Park Manager.

Contact Gate House two weeks in advance to make reservations (see prices and details

below).

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Boat Rental Program

All boats are bass tracker boats with a trolling motor and battery. All boats must be reserved ahead of time Payment is due at time of reservation

Boats $30.00/4hrs

Thursday – Sunday (ONLY) 7am – 11am

Each boat holds a maximum of 3 people

At least one person must be 21 years old on each boat

A $25 deposit is required on the day of rental and is returned when the boat is returned in Good Condition. This MUST be cash or credit.

All boats are equipped with life jackets and measuring sticks.

One person on the boat MUST bring a cell phone. A cell phone is required while renting the boat for safety precautions.

Fishing poles are available upon request.

ALL fishermen between the ages of 16 and 65 must have a Florida freshwater fishing license.

Boone High School Boat House

Located at primitive campground area on southeast side of park.

All Boats, motors, equipment in this area belong to Boone Crew.

Only Boone Crew coaches and staff are allowed to operate motor boats on the lake.

Boone Crew coaches, staff and athletes are allowed to remain in the park after hours for

regularly scheduled practice up to an hour after park closing.

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Cabin / Primitive Campers

Cabin and Tent Camping areas - No unauthorized vehicles, visitors; verify campers are

complying with park policies. Ensure that only registered campers are in the park.

For cabin and tenting use please bring your own linens, pillows, blankets, chairs and

tables. Key deposits will be forfeited if keys are not returned at the time of departure. If

the gatehouse is closed leave the key in the box located outside the gatehouse on the

exit side. Registered Campers are responsible for any damage done to the cabins,

beds, mattresses, fire extinguisher, window screens, door locks, doors and the condition

of the bathhouses with accompanying fixtures. Primitive or tent campers may stay up to

14 consecutive days and then exit for 30 days. Pets are not permitted in the ten

camping/cabin area.

Primitive Tent Camping: Includes 1 tent and 4 people

Each tent $8.89/per night Vehicle Charge $4.00 (first night only)

Additional Person after the 4th $5.00 (one time charge)

Cabins 1-5: $45.00/per night Sleep 10 people AC/Heat, outdoor grill, restrooms and showers

Refundable cleanup/damage deposit per cabin $100.00

Refundable key deposit per cabin $20.00

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Camp Ground Policies

It is the responsibility of campers to know the rules of the campground!

∙ We cannot guarantee specific site assignments.

∙ Check out time is 11:00 am. All sites must be vacated at this time. To extend

your stay you must apply and remit payment before 11:00am. Otherwise we will

assume the site is available.

∙ Enter and Exit the RV Campground in the proper direction, back into your site.

∙ Display your car tag from your rear view mirror. If your reservation requires you

to move to another site during your stay please have the office update your car

tag to show the new site number.

∙ Return your car tag.

∙ One trailer per site. Four people per site. Extra tent per site permitted for an

additional fee. Additional fee for over four people per site. All vehicles must stay

on approved driving surfaces. No parking or driving on the grass. Please observe

speed limits.

∙ Register all vehicles and visitors with the office. Visitors not registered with the

park office must pay the park admission fee. All visitors’ vehicles must park in the

overflow parking area. All visitors and visitor vehicles’ must be out of the park at

closing. If your guest’s vehicle remains after closing it must be registered as an

overnight vehicle and pay the extra vehicle fee. Your guest will receive a car tag

and must park in the over flow area.

∙ Do not change your assigned campsite without approval from the park attendant.

∙ Entering and exiting the park after hours is a camper privilege. Do not allow

anyone to enter the park or give your entrance combination to anyone else.

∙ Park your vehicle only on your assigned site. Only one motor vehicle per site. An

extra fee will be charged for any additional vehicles. Extra vehicles must be

parked in the overflow parking area.

∙ Pets must be on a leash, not to exceed six feet. Pets are not to be tied and

unattended.

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Respect your camping neighbors by observing park quiet time – 10:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.

For safety reasons clotheslines and hammocks are not allowed in the park. Open fires

are not permitted. Wood and artificial fire logs are not permitted. No collecting or cutting

firewood in the park. Charcoal or propane gas grills are permitted in RV Camp.

Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake is a Family Vacation Campground & Park and we do

not allow temporary or extended living.

The Laundry Room closes a half hour before the park closes. Laundry room use is for

RV Camp only.

Children’s Farm

This is not a petting zoo or petting farm. It is observation ONLY - no feeding the

animals.

Tours can be scheduled with the Gate House during regular park hours for $15.

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City Departments

Departmental Listing 407-246- (with phone

extensions listed )

Business/Financial Services

Chief Financial Officer

Business/Financial Services

2341

Accounting and Control

2341

Accounts Payable

2345

Payroll

2380

Revenue

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2833

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2127

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Chief Administrative Office

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2244

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2295

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Office of City Clerk

2251

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2382

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2221

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Office of the Chief of Staff

Office of Community Affairs

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3104

Office of Human Relations

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Families, Parks & Recreation

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Parks

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Fire Department

Fire

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Office of Emergency Mgmt. 321.235

.5437

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Housing

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Orlando Venues Leu Gardens

2620

Mennello Museum

4329

Public Arts

Police Department Information Desk

4279

2470

Non-emergency 321.235.

5300

Public Works

Public Works Solid Waste

2266 2314

Wastewater (Sewer Bills)

2213

Transportation

Transportation Engineering Parking

2281 2155

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Cricket Field

Any problems occurring with water lines should be reported to Facilities management

24 hours 407-767-3551.

Cricket field can be reserved during regular park hours. $30.00/3 hours

Daily Log

Maintain a daily log to record patrol time and any notable concerns.

Sample attached Exhibit C

Disc Golf

Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake has two full 18 whole Disc Golf courses. See map for

location both courses begin at Carter Center.

Disc golfers volunteer to up keep the course. For more information about joining a

league or tournaments call Orlando Disc Golf Club president Mark Janssen at (407)

897-8640

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Signature Events

High School Rowing Regattas (trailer drop off on Friday before race day - Drop off at

soft ball field).

Group Camping events - 501C3 (i.e. Boy Scouts)

Prayer Meetings

Cricket

Disc Golf Tournaments Etc…

Larger events requiring overflow parking - Daily report will provide event details

Fishing

Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission and Bass Pro Shops are partners with the City of

Orlando in the Bill Frederick Park fishing program.

Bass Pro has donated four bass boats for our fishing program. The boats are for

customer use only. Guided fishing trips are available at $120.00/per 4 hours

The lake contains the following fish: Bait to use:

Largemouth bass (artificial worms)

Channel Catfish (chicken liver)

Redbreast sunfish (crickets, worms, and minnows)

Red ear sunfish (crickets, worms, and minnows)

Bluegill (crickets, worms, and minnows)

Black Crappie (crickets, worms, and minnows)

American Shad (feeders)

Bowfin (cotton balls)

Black bullhead (dough balls)

Red fin (anything)

CAST NETS ARE PROHIBITED ALL BASS ARE CATCH AND RELEASE ONLY

Pan Fish daily bag is limited to 20.Channel catfish daily limit is 6

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Fishing Pier Located near large pavilion # 4.

Only registered campers can fish after the park closes.

Gates of Access Gates (Front Entrance / Exit, Hiawassee, Horse, Within Park)

Become familiar with entrance and exit gate operation (code change the first Sunday of the month).

Gates leading to picnic areas, primitive camp, and pavilion #5 are to remain closed and locked.

Children’s playground gate closes one half hour before park closes.

Horse pasture / barn animal gate are to remain closed and locked.

Gate House

Gate House doors and windows should be closed and locked after regular Park Hours.

Gate House is equipped with a security camera system.

Call Park manager (Home 407-859-9929 Cell 407-557-7117) if gate house is unlocked after hours.

Open and Close procedure.

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Horse Boarding Facility

If any problem call park manager (Home 407-859-9929 Cell 407-557-7117).

Facility located in the maintenance section of the Park.

Persons that board their horses with Bill Fredrick Park are allowed in this area.

Horse Boarding agreement- attached

List of Horses, Owner names, and contact information attached.

During Park open hours horses may be ridden on Nature and Hiawassee Trails.

Horse Shoes

Horse Shoe pits located at North & South Picnic Area.

Rental equipment available for a small fee during park hours.

First come first served bases.

Irrigation

Any problems occurring with irrigation should be reported to parks 24 Hour phone number 407-761-3551.

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Keys

Gate and rest-room / laundry room keys

Restrooms – park maintenance locks & unlocks

Laundry room- closes ½ hour before park closes

Gate house- only Gate House staff have the gate keys

Maintenance Shop- park maintenance lock & unlocks

Other Gates within Park – access gates to back areas remain locked

Lake

Swimming is not allowed in the lake. Boats, canoes, kayaks or any type of watercraft are not allowed to be launched from Bill Fredrick Park Lakeshore. (With the exception of Boone Crew) The lake is home to alligators and other wildlife. It is unlawful to feed or molest alligators. Call Fish and Wildlife (407-846-5300) for problems with nuisance alligators if park patrons are in danger call 911.

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Maintenance Shop

Any facility problems occurring at maintenance shop or maintenance area should be reported to Facilities Maintenance (407-761-3551). (i.e. plumbing, electrical) Public access to this area is prohibited unless authorized by Park Management. Court appointed community service workers are allowed to access this area to report to work only during park hours.

Memberships

Family Annual Pass $30.14/per year

Individual Annual Pass $79.88/per year

Members are issued a credit card size membership card with their picture on it.

Parking

Parking is not allowed on the grass anywhere on the park. Camping equipment is prohibited except in RV Campground and Overflow Parking.

Paths

Bike, Walk, Mulch, Nature Trail or Hiawassee Trail Foot traffic, Bikes and Roller Blades can enter the park at no cost. (See horse boarder map) Horses are allowed on the Nature or Hiawassee Trail. (Show on map) Paved trail is two miles long.

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Pavilion Rental / Picnicking

Facility

Pavilions 1-4: No more than 250 people per pavilion $145.00 Refundable cleanup/damage deposit per pavilion $100.00

Pavilion 5: Indoor/AC eating facility $180.00 Refundable cleanup/damage deposit for this pavilion $100.00

Pavilion 6: Accommodates approximately 400 people $180.00 Refundable cleanup/damage deposit for this pavilion $100.00

North End of the picnic area: For groups of 500 people or more $1,400.00 Refundable cleanup/damage deposit for this area $1,000.00

South End of the picnic area: For groups of 500 people or more $1,750.00 Refundable cleanup/damage deposit for this area $1,000.00

Carter Center: For weddings, reunions and meetings $180.00 Refundable cleanup/damage deposit for this building $100.00

North End of primitive camp area: For groups of 500 people or more $800.00 Refundable cleanup/damage deposit for this area $1,000.00

∙ No animals allowed in pavilion area

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Playground

In the picnic area by pavilion # 3 additional playground for larger kids by Pav # 3 (see park map)

Primitive Campground

Limited Grills and picnic benches in the area south of pavilion #5 – Water is available by the restrooms- Showers are shared with the cabins.

Details shown on daily report.

Questions and Concerns

Receive calls from campers on a cell phone.

Respond to camper inquiries- examples of questions: gate combination, what site they are registered for, someone is on their site, complaints about other campers, etc.

Record any and all incidents and problems in daily log.

Inform park manager (Home 407-859-9929 Cell 407-557-7117) about after hour’s incidents and problems. (Refer to caretaker duties for details).

Report problems and situations to appropriate department (phone numbers on City Department page.

∙ Contact OFD and OPD when necessary

OPD (Non-Emergency) 321-253-5300

OFD Station # 12 407-291-8068

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Restrooms

Restrooms are contracted janitorial service. They have the gate combination, restroom

keys, and gate key to get in. Their entry into the park is at 6:00 a.m. (Final Touch)

(contact park manager if problems) (Home 407-859-9929 Cell 407-557-7117)

Any problems occurring at restrooms throughout the park should be reported to facilities

maintenance 24 hour number 407-761-3551. If out of toilet paper, notify Parks staff.

Restroom Closing Procedures - RV – Remain open 24 hours

- Primitive- remain open 24 hours

- Carter Center- locked ½ hour before park closes

- South Beach - locked ½ hour before park closes

- Farm- locked ½ hour before park closes

- South picnic area- locked ½ hour before park closes

- Pavilion # 6- locked ½ hour before park closes

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RV- Family Camp

RV campground - No unauthorized vehicles, visitors; verify campers are complying with park policies.

Campers are not allowed to change sites without authorization.

Motor homes, 5th wheels, trailers must back into their site. RV Campground is one-way only.

Policy: explained in Camp Ground Policies

- Pets on leash and cannot be tied & unattended

- Extra vehicles additional $5.00 (1 time fee)

- Extra persons additional $5.00 (1 time fee)

- Tents additional fee ($8.89 per night)

- Check out time – 11:00 A.M.

- Laundry Room Closes ½ hour before Park Closes.

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Sun Shelters

Any problems occurring with sun shelters should be reported to facilities after hour’s

number.

Sun shelters are smaller pavilions for use by park visitors at no cost on a first come first

served basis. They include two grills, two picnic tables and accommodate up to thirty

people. (Do not include water and electric)

All sun shelters are for use during park hours only.

Swimming Pool

∙ Any problems occurring with the pool should be reported to facilities

management after hour’s 407-761-3551.

City of Orlando Turkey Lake Pool Pool Rules

● Public use of the pool is permitted only when a lifeguard is on duty. ● All patrons must shower before entering the pool. ● Children 9 years of age and under must be accompanied by an adult or guardian

(18 years of age or older). Children 6 years of age and under must be accompanied at all times by an adult in the water.

● No food, drinks, chewing gum, glass or smoking are allowed in the pool or on the deck.

● No inappropriate behavior will be permitted such as horseplay, fighting, or the use of foul or abusive language.

● Running is not allowed on the deck or anywhere in the pool area. ● Diving is allowed only in designated area. ● No flips or back dives from the side of the pool are allowed. ● Only Coast-Guard approved flotation devices may be used in the pool. No

inflatables. ● Uses of masks, fins, or snorkels are prohibited. ● Loitering or playing in or around the locker rooms, showers, or restrooms is not

allowed. ● Only regular clean bathing suits may be worn. Street clothes are not allowed in

the pool. No jean shorts or cut-offs are allowed. White t-shirts are allowed to be worn over bathing suites.

● Bather load and pool operating hours are posted on site. 100 people are allowed inside the fence.

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Telephone Numbers

Lift Stations/Wastewater 407-246-2213

Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) 407-823-9150

Fleet/Facilities Management 407-246-2127

Facilities 24 Hour 407-761-3551

Solid Waste/Refuse Collection 407-246-2314

Animal Control/Orange County 407-254-9140

Mosquito Control/Orange County 407-254-9120

Aquatics/City of Orlando 407-246-4281

Pool Maintenance 407-246-2649

Bill Frederick Park Pool 407-291-9735

City of Orlando Help Desk 407-246-2600

Coca-Cola 1-800-222-5452

City of Orlando Parks Dept/24 hr 407-231-9520

Fish & Wildlife 407-846-5300

Bass Pro 407-563-5200

Final Touch/ Restroom Maintenance 321-682-9983

Centre Care 407-351-6682

Parks 407-832-3465

Trees

Check Park after storms for trees down, lighting strikes, debris on roadways.

Concern hazards to be documented by location in daily log.

Add the parks 407-832-3465

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Utilities

O.U.C. water shut off valves at North West corner of Park and upper pasture of horse

boarding area.

Electric Meters at Bill Frederick Park

5YO6450- Pav 6 5C140512- Boat

5ZMO3922- Dock/Pav 1&2

5C225853-Carter 5C204617-Gte Hse

5Y01660-Prim Rstrm 5C136811-Barn

5YO6174- Pav ¾ 5C40494-Maint

5Y03697-FCS Rstrm 1JM01693-FCS

5C219913-Rngr hse 1JM01685-FCS

5C223903-Old pump hse 1JM00698-Lndry Rm

5C223474- Pav ¾ 5C126440-Maint

01627867-wtr

59092781-wtr

01615911-wtr

5ZM02571-Cab/Pav 5

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Vacation

Allowed two weeks of vacation time that you may use consecutively or a week at a time.

Vehicles

RV campground - No unauthorized vehicles, visitors; verify campers are complying with

park policies. No visitors are to be in park after closing hours.

Cabin and Tent Camping areas - No unauthorized vehicles, visitors; verify campers are

complying with park policies.

Water Well

Located off bike trail at children’s farm pasture.

Pump and water tank for irrigation system – Main irrigation shut off valve.

Wedding Gazebo

Located west of Carter Center.

What the City Will Be Providing

Standard Operation Procedures (SOP) with appropriate phone numbers, the map of park with areas, etc… Posted cell phone number for after hours use by campers in several locations within the park.

Tool box equipped for minor after hour repairs (ie: water valve keys, wrench, etc) to be signed

out/returned at end of contract.

Gate and rest-room/laundry room keys