Today's date: 03/22/2023

Will an offering be received? Yes No (if yes) Offering is in lieu of in in addition to ticket/registration fee.

NOTE: Vendors must supply extension cords, and all cords crossing walkways must be taped down with gaffer's tape.

General

1. All payments to HMC must be in the form of cash, check, or credit card.
2. All LATE payments must be in the form of cash or a bank or cashier's check payable to HMC.
3. A 4% charge will be applied to any/all payments made with a credit card.
4. HMC will assess a $50.00 penalty fee for all returned checks.

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the general policies:

Security Deposit

1. HMC requires a security deposit not to exceed one half the total building use fees.
2. The required security deposit is in addition to the building use fee.
3. HMC reserves the right to deduct money from the security deposit for the following:
   1. Property damage;
   2. Excess cleaning;
   3. Entering the building before the contracted entrance time;
   4. Vacating the building after the contracted exit time;
   5. Unpaid building use fees;
   6. Unpaid final invoice fees;
   7. Unpaid hall fees.
4. HMC will return the security deposit within 90 days after an event provided the leasing organization's payment for building use fees has cleared its bank.
5. HMC reserves the right to cancel any event for non-payment or late payment of building use fees and to retain the security deposit.

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the security deposit policies:

Building Use Fees

1. HMC must receive all building use fees fifteen business days prior to the event.
2. HMC will charge a penalty of 15% for building use fees that are past due.
3. HMC will charge a penalty of 10% of the building use fee for every half-hour the building is occupied before or after the contract specifications.
4. HMC reserves the right to cancel any event for non-payment or late payment of building use fees and to retain the security deposit.
5. HMC cannot refund building use fees based on low turnout, bad weather, or other problems beyond our control.

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the building use fees policies:

Final Invoices

1. HMC reserves the right to invoice the leasing organization for any services required for the event that were not indicated in the contract.
2. Rooms used without authorization will result in the assessment of the appropriate room rental fees.

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the final invoices policies:

Cancellation

1. A leasing organization that cancels an event more than one year in advance of the event will be charged $100.00.
2. A leasing organization that cancels an event between one year and six months in advance of the event will be charged 50% of the security deposit.
3. A leasing organization that cancels an event less than six months in advance of the event will be charged 100% of the security deposit.
4. All cancellations must be made in writing by the authorized agent.
5. HMC reserves the right to retain building use fees upon cancellation of an event.
6. HMC reserves the right to cancel an event for non-payment or late payment of building use fees.
7. HMC reserves the right to cancel an event in the case of the moral failure of anyone associated with the leasing organization.
8. HMC reserves the right to cancel an event if HMC becomes aware of information that could reasonably be interpreted as a compromise of financial integrity of the leasing organization.
9. HMC reserves the right to cancel an event if the Leasing Agent does not return the signed contracts by the designated deadline.

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the cancellation policies:

Building Use

1. No HMC property will be moved by anyone except under the direction of HMC staff.
2. The use of confetti during any event is strictly prohibited.
3. The use of haze may not be permitted, please consult an HMC staff member before using.
4. The leasing organization is responsible to dispose of all event-related literature left in the building after the event.
5. No vehicles are permitted on grass or sidewalks.
6. Nothing will be taped, stapled or used to affix decorations, signs, etc. to any wall, table, pew, column or any fixture inside or outside of the building.
7. Signs displayed inside or outside the building must be made professionally and set on tripods or sign frames.
8. HMC reserves the right to lease unused areas of the facility during any event.

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the building use policies:

Pre-Event

1. HMC will not reserve any dates without an approval of Projected Costs and Security Deposit.
2. HMC awards dates on a first-come, first-served basis.
3. Any additions or changes to your original application must be made in writing.
4. All event requirements must be communicated in writing at least thirty days prior to the event.
5. HMC reserves the right to cancel an event if the Leasing Agent does not return the signed contracts by the designated deadline.
6. Arrangement of sales and display tables must be approved by HMC staff.
7. There is to be no advertising of the event until event contracts are signed and returned to leasing agent.
8. Pre-Event meetings occur during the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Meetings that occur outside these hours may accrue additional charges.

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the pre-event policies:

Personnel

1. The leasing organization is completely responsible to procure and manage all personnel necessary for the event.
2. HMC reserves the right to utilize its staff solely to protect its own interests.
3. HMC requires a technical consultant on-site during all events. The costs associated with this will be determined by the technical needs of the leasing organization.
4. Should HMC procure or manage event personnel, there will be an administration fee of no less than $300.00.

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the personnel policies:

Promotion

1. Leasing agent is solely responsible for all costs associated with the promotion of its event.
2. HMC reserves the right to have an email sign-up available in the foyer.
3. HMC reserves the right to display a slide show prior to the start of the event.
4. HMC reserves the right to photograph, audiotape, and videotape segments of any event for promotional and archival purposes.

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the promotion policies:

Conduct

1. All event personnel are expected to conduct themselves in a manner befitting Christian character.

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the conduct policies:

Product Sales

1. HMC reserves the right to remove any items or displays deemed inappropriate.
2. HMC reserves the right to place one representative behind each sales table at all times to monitor product sales and cash-out procedures.
3. The leasing organization must provide HMC with the names of all vendors two weeks before its event.
4. HMC reserves the right to sell its own products at all events.
5. HMC will collect 20% hall fees from all product sales.
6. No one affiliated with the leasing organization may collect hall fees on behalf of HMC.
7. The leasing organization is responsible to notify all vendors of the 20% hall fees.
8. HMC reserves the right to deduct $1000.00 from the security deposit if there is difficulty collecting hall fees from any vendor.
9. There is to be no food or concession sales inside the facility. Any food or concessions sales outside must be approved by the HMC Event Board.

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the product sales policies:

Technical

1. All technical needs must be conveyed in writing.
2. HMC requires a technical consultant on-site during all events. The costs associated with this will be determined by the technical needs of the leasing organization.
3. The leasing organization must send HMC a complete technical rider no later than thirty days before its event.
4. The leasing organization is solely responsible for all technical or production costs associated with its event.

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the technical policies:

Insurance and Indemnification

1. The leasing organization must provide a copy of their certificate of liability insurance with coverage at $1,000,000 to HMC one month prior to its event day.
2. The leasing organization shall defend, indemnify, and save harmless HMC, its agents, and employees against any liability due to injury, death or property damage directly or indirectly related to its event.
3. The same certificate of liability insurance must be presented pertaining to all subcontractors.
4. The additional insured must be named as CECIL D. HYLTON MEMORIAL CHAPEL FOUNDATION.
5. All insurance certificates are to include all rehearsal dates, load in dates, load out dates and actual event dates.
6. The leasing agent shall provide the minimum amounts to the following:
   1. FIRE DAMAGE (Any one fire): $1,000,000
   2. MED EXP (Any one person): $25,000
   3. PERSONAL & ADV INJURY: $1,000,000
   4. GENERAL AGGREGATE: $2,000,000
   5. PRODUCTS - COMP/OP AGG: $1,000,000
   6. EXCESS LIABILITY - EACH OCCURRENCE: $1,000,000
   7. EXCESS LIABILITY - AGGREGATE: $1,000,000

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the insurance and indemnification policies:

Food

1. The leasing organization is required to use a professional caterer that is licensed and bonded.
2. Food and drinks are restricted to the reception room unless otherwise stated in the contract.
3. HMC reserves the right to charge additional fees for food served outside the reception room. Only light-colored liquids and coffee may be served.
4. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted on HMC property.
5. The HMC kitchen is for warming purposes only.
6. HMC will not provide tablecloths, silverware, or other kitchen goods.
7. HMC will not provide refrigerator space.
8. HMC will provide one ice bin for cold food storage.
9. For those services where communion is served, light colored liquids are to be used. Common emblems (bread and juice) are not supplied by HMC and are therefore the responsibility of the leasing agent.

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the food policies:

Security

1. HMC requires that it be advised of all event security needs. Extra fees may be incurred based on the needs presented in the Application for Use, event explanation, or technical rider.
2. The leasing organization is required to report all security problems and medical emergencies to HMC's Director of Security, immediately.
3. HMC requires that the local sheriff's department or police department direct traffic on the state right-of-way, which begins just outside HMC gates.

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the security policies:

Other Restrictions

1. Smoking and/or vaping is strictly prohibited inside the building.
2. Dancing is permitted at banquets and receptions, but we ask that patrons remember HMC is a religious facility. Vulgar dancing and/or offensive music will not be tolerated. HMC staff will enforce this policy during your event. Failure to comply may result in the forfeiture of your security deposit and the closing of your event.
3. Alcohol is not permitted anywhere on HMC property.
4. Designated employee parking spaces are for HMC Staff only. All unauthorized vehicles will be towed at the owners/ministries expense.
5. Only LED candles are permitted for use during any event.

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the other restrictions policies:

Exceptions

1. Any proposed exceptions to these policies must be made in writing.

By checking this box I certify I have read, understand and agree to the exceptions policies:

By submitting this form I/We certify that the preceding is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. This application represents the entirety of our needs for the event requested. My signature below signifies that this application provides to Hylton Memorial Chapel a complete and thorough plan for our upcoming event. It is understood that should this application not reflect a thorough description of the event as it actually takes place, and more equipment is utilized or more services are required than described herein, additional costs will be assessed according to use. Prices are for standard seating set-up with no additional equipment or furniture. Set-up changes may result in an additional fee.

 

I understand that Hylton Memorial Chapel reserves the right to refuse to accommodate any group whose doctrinal position HMC feels deviates from orthodox Christian tradition.

 

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations prior to one year in advance will result in a full refund of the security deposit less a $100.00 processing fee. Cancellations less than one year prior but more than six months will result in the refund of one-half of the security deposit. Cancellations with less than six months notice will result in forfeiture of the entire security deposit. I understand that any changes, cancellations, or amendments to this application must be made in writing to be valid, and are up to the sole discretion of the Event Board and the Executive Director.

 

I have received, read, fully understand, and agree to completely abide by all rules and guidelines of the Hylton Memorial Chapel as listed on the previous pages.

 

A security deposit not to exceed one-half of the total user fees will be determined by the Event Board and the Executive Director. The deposit is in addition to, and not a part of, the user fees.

 

I/We understand that the security deposit may be held in an interest bearing account. Unless agreed upon in writing, the security deposit will be refunded without accrued interest, within 90 business days, following receipt of the final payment.

 

I/We also acknowledge responsibility for any and all costs associated with this event.

 

I/We agree to be responsible for costs associated with the utilization of any and all equipment, personnel, or services by our organization and/or its representatives, whether or not such equipment or services are authorized by HMC beforehand. The undersigned assumes responsibility for all costs associated with the event including excessive cleaning and/or damages resulting from the event due to attendees, personnel, volunteers, or anyone else associated with the engagement.

 

I/We fully understand that the security deposit may be retained if:

1. Building is not vacated within agreed upon time frame as stated in the Event Contract. Any/all exceptions must be in writing, within a two-week deadline of your event.
2. Damages of any type other than normal wear and tear that result from the event.
3. Building is left unusually dirty, trash is left behind, or additional cleaning beyond typical routine is required.
4. Additional equipment or services are required and utilized which were not requested on original application or included in contract.
5. Event is canceled.

 

It is understood that the Application For Use Agreement is not a binding contract, but rather a request for permission to lease the Cecil D. Hylton Memorial Chapel.

 

Hylton Memorial Chapel reserves the right to lease other areas of the facility during your event.