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2000-R-16RESOLUTION NO.2000-R-16 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDGEWATER, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING RULES AND REGULATIONS AND THE CODE OF CONDUCT RELATING TO ATHLETIC PROGRAMS SPONSORED BY THE CITY'S PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTING RESOLUTIONS AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Edgewater, Florida, has made the following determinations: WHEREAS, the City of Edgewater operates youth athletic programs for youths from 5 - 17 years of age; and WHEREAS, youth athletic programs are provided for various organized sports, including but not limited to baseball, softball, basketball and soccer; and WHEREAS, the City has identified a need for rules and regulations along with a code of conduct that will govern athletic programs; and WHEREAS, the City of Edgewater has reviewed and recommended approval of these rules and regulations for athletic programs proposed in this resolution. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Edgewater, Florida: Section 1. The Rules and Regulations set forth in Exhibit "A" (attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference) are established for athletic programs in the City of Edgewater, Florida. Section 2. The Code of Conduct set forth in Exhibit "B" (attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference) shall be honored by all coaches, players, parents and observers that participate in athletic programs sponsored by the City. Section 3. The Director of Parks and Recreation is authorized to periodic revisions of 2000-R-16 the Code of Conduct whelomed necessary upon the express apprdz of the City Manager. Section 4. All resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith be and the same are hereby repealed. Section 5. This resolution shall take effect upon adoption. After Motion by[;� tw.. ,Z;44- and Second by the vote on this resolution was as follows: AYE NAY Mayor Donald A. Schmidt Councilman James P. Brown v Councilman Dennis A. Vincenzi ✓ Councilwoman Harriet E. Rhodes Councilwoman Judy Lichter PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this . � {{ day of December, 2000. For the use and reliance only by the City of Edgewater, Florida. Approved as to form and legality by: Scott A. Cookson, Esquire City Attorney Foley & Lardner 2000-R-16 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CIT DGEWATER, FLORIDA B an n m A onald A. Schmidt Mayor Robin L. Matusick Legal Assistant Approved by the City Council of the City of Edgewater at a meeting held on this y Ft day of 94.� 1 2000 under Agenda Item No. / A CODE OF CONDUCT The Edgewater Parks and Recreation Baseball/Soccer League greatly appreciates its volunteer coaches and officials involved in this program. This Recreation League is committed to creating, through its opportunities and experiences for each and every child who signs up to play, the development of positive moral and ethical standards within the youth of our communities and will promote good sportsmanship among all participants. The achievement of these goals, in large part, depends on the character and conduct of persons involved in our program. No person has a right, or property interest, in participating as a volunteer in this program. Such participation is controlled by the Edgewater Parks and Recreation Department. As inducement to permitting their participation in the program, the Edgewater Parks and Recreation Department must be assured that such persons are committed to conducting themselves in a manner which will serve as positive role models for the participants and which will be consistent with the high moral and ethical standards and the ideals of good sportsmanship. In order to assure the department of his/her continuing commitment to these goals, all coaches and officials hereby agree to abide, and be bound, by the following standards of conduct and further agree to the authority of the Edgewater Parks and Recreation Department to enforce these standards: 1. Abstain from using any tobacco or alcohol products in or around the playing field or the sports complex in which the field is located. 2. Refrain from participating in any game or practice activity when it is apparent that you have consumed alcohol prior to arriving for the activity. 3. Refrain from using abusive or profane language in or around the playing field or the sports complex in which the field is located. 4. Provide equal opportunities for all players regardless of race, color, ethnic background, religion, or physical condition if otherwise qualified. 5. Strive to promote good mental and physical health in all aspects of participation and refrain from any type of verbal or physical abuse of any players. 6. Constantly display and demand good sportsmanship in practice and in games, including, but not limited to, accepting decisions of game officials in a professional manner; refrain form criticizing opposing coaches, players, and fans; congratulate opposing player; and coaches following a game; refrain from teaching unsportsmanlike strategies; and refrain from `running up the score" rather than providing more players with opportunities to participate. 7. Consistently act in a manner, which is in keeping with the positive image and high standards of personal conduct, which each program should strive to teach and to foster. 8. Conduct yourself in accordance with all rules, regulations, and determinations of the particular league or program in which you are participating. 9. Be sure your motivation is instruction and not criticism. IO.Hold a pre -season parents' meeting, and maintain open communications with parents relating to all aspects of participation, including conduct of both parents and players. I l.Consistently act in the best interests of the players and the particular program in which you are participating so as to provide a positive experience for each player and to promote a positive image of the program. All volunteers serve at the pleasure of the Edgewater Parks and Recreation Department. Actions or activities that are considered contrary to these standards of conduct will be dealt with by the administrators of the program who will take appropriate action in that regard which it believes to be in the best interest of the participants, the program, and the Parks and Recreation Department. Such action may include, but shall not be limited to, removing the offender from a particular game, suspension of the offender for the appropriate period of time, or disqualification of the offender from participation in any program(s) operated by the Edgewater Parks and Recreation Department.