URBANA-CHAMPAIGN FRIENDS MEETINGHOUSE

INFORMATION AND RULES

The U-C Friends Meetinghouse may be used by individuals or groups who are pursuing goals consistent with the values and testimonies of Friends.

Please make reservations for use at least one but not more than six months in advance.

DONATIONS:

Donation of $15/hr. with a 2 hour minimum (for each space -- Meeting room or commons).
$10/hr. more if using the kitchen.
$5/hr. more if staff are required to be on site.*
Security deposit of $50 per space, to be returned once key is returned and meetinghouse is determined to be in good condition.
User must have own insurance (rider to insurance) and must attach a copy to the contract.

* Staff required to be on site for one-time users. Repeat users may be given key after trial period.

All areas of the building are wheelchair accessible.

Urbana-Champaign Monthly Meeting relies on volunteer help. The success of our Meetinghouse Use Program depends on your cooperation. Please share the following rules with others in your group.

            No Alcoholic Beverages are permitted.
            No Gambling or Games of Chance are permitted.
            No Pets are allowed in the meetinghouse or on the grounds.
            No Smoking in the Meetinghouse. Smoking is permitted only outdoors.
            No Fires, scented candles, smudging or incense.
            All Candles and candleholders must be approved before use.

CHILDREN:

Children must be supervised at all times to prevent accidental injuries or damage to property. Toys may used, but please return them to their places. Please do not use our art supplies.

DECORATIONS & SIGNS:

All signs and decorations must be free-standing.

Flyers or other advertisements of a group's event held at the meetinghouse should in no way suggest that the event is sponsored by U-C Friends, unless official sponsorship has been obtained. The U-C Friends Meetinghouse should only be listed as a location otherwise.

KITCHEN:

We have a small commercial kitchen. Please note that we ask for an additional donation for use of the kitchen. See "Donations" section above.

CLEANUP:

Leave the meetinghouse and grounds at least as clean as you found them. Cleanup is expected within the time reserved. See checklist for clean-up.

SECURITY:

All exterior doors and windows must be locked when you leave the building. See "Checklist for last to leave Building".