Class |
Description |
Class I – General Users |
Individuals/groups and organizations who are not discounted or exempt are considered general use and are required to pay all fees listed. |
Class II – Discounted Groups - Employees & Government |
Not for profit Rochester Community School employees who wish to use the school facilities for personal use (excluding organized sporting groups) are eligible for a 50% discount rate (applicable to Schedule A only). This discount does not apply to pool, stadium, auditorium or outdoor facility rates. Personnel fees for after hours, weekends, or holiday use are applicable. (Note: activities must not compete with any enrichment program).
Municipal/Government Agencies/Organizations and/or political figures who wish to use school facilities are eligible for a 50% discount rate (applicable to Schedule A only). This discount does not apply to pool, stadium, auditorium or outdoor facility rates. Personnel fees for after hours, weekends, or holiday use are applicable. The request must include the dates/hours requested/ the equipment needed, a description and purpose of the event and the expected number of attendees. The Assistant Superintendent for Business and/or the Director of Facility Operations may grant waivers to local/state/federal officials when an inkind service is provided or the use is in line with the instructional needs of the District. |
Class II – Discounted Groups - Negotiated Contracts |
Negotiated Contracts – rates will be applied as specified in the lease agreement. |
Class II – Discounted Groups - Non-Profit Community |
Non-profit, Rochester community based organizations & other charitable organizations are eligible for a 20% discount rate (applicable to Schedule A only). This discount does not apply to pool, stadium, auditorium or outdoor facility rates.
The organization must qualify as a non-profit organization according to the Internal Revenue Service regulations and must submit a copy of its 501(c) 3 IRS letter with the reservation request. |
Class II – Discounted Groups - Scouting |
Scouting organizations (regardless of sponsorship) are eligible for a 50% discount rate (applicable to Schedule A only). This discount does not apply to pool, stadium, auditorium rates or outdoor facility rates. All other rental rates are as posted in other schedules and all personnel fees are applicable as stated. |
Class III – Payment-Exempt Users |
The following individuals or groups within the Rochester Community School District may use the school facilities for District- related activities with approval, and are exempt from fees for rent and equipment. Users are responsible for personnel fees for after hours, weekends or holiday use. Qualifying groups encompass members of our student body and staff, sponsors, classes, athletics, teachers, clubs, etc., including the following:
RCS Enrichment, Children’s Programs, RCS Foundation, Adult Education, RCS Employee Associations, Parent Teacher Organizations, Voting Precincts, School Committees, School Booster Clubs, RCS Staff (for professional Contracted Services RCS Athletics purposes related to the instructional needs of students)
*For bargaining sessions, meeting with employees to discuss work related items and those directly related to RCS contractual issues. |
Class IV – Commercial Film Companies |
Companies should apply to the Director of Facility Operations. The application should be made by letter and include the dates and hours requested, the facilities and equipment needed and a brief description of the content to be filmed.
Commercial film companies may incur additional costs above and beyond standard facility rental charges for ID cards, security personnel, event management, and miscellaneous supplies. Depending on the scope and degree of use, film/production companies may also be asked to make a contribution to the district through the Rochester Community Schools Foundation.
Negotiated Contract rates will apply as specified in the lease agreement. (Long term lease agreements will be negotiated with the Assistant Superintendent for Business and/or Director of Facility Operations). |
District Groups |
District Staff Members and School Related Groups |
Homeowners Associations |
Homeowners Associations are considered general use and are required to pay all fees listed. |
Pool Renters |
Groups who regularly rent pools from the district. Contact Enrichment with any pool rental requests. |