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Parks & Recreation Commission

Regular Meeting

Culpeper, VA · February 23, 2026

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Parks & Recreation Commission Agenda Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM Economic Development Center, Council Meeting Room 803 South Main Street, Culpeper Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 4. ELECTION OF 2026 OFFICERS The Commission will hold annual elections for officers, including Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary positions. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5.1 Minutes from December 8, 2025 4-6 1 - 12-8-2025 P&R minutes.pdf 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS 7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Major Event – Pearl Sample 7 - 13 Annual field trip for Pearl Sample to utilized Yowell Meadow Park for their 5th Grade end of the year event on Tuesday, May 19th. 2- Pearl Sample Event.pdf 7.2 Major Event – Heros Bridge 14 - 20 Bishop’s Events to host a charity 5K through Yowell Meadow Park on March 28th. Page 1 of 73 3 - Heros Bridge.pdf 7.3 Major Event – Operation First Response 21 - 28 Bishop’s Events to host a charity 5K through Yowell Meadow Park on August 8th 4 - Operation First Response.pdf 7.4 Major Event – Special Olympics 29 - 36 Culpeper Police Department to host a charity 5K through Yowell Meadow Park on May 30th. 5 - Special Olympics.pdf 7.5 Major Event – CulpeperCon 37 - 44 Library to host CulpeperCon event at Rockwater Park’s Fitcore Extreme Obstacle Course on March 21st. 6 - CulpeperCon.pdf 7.6 Major Event – Lifespring Pregnancy Center 45 - 54 Fundraising and Community event and 5K at Yowell Meadow Park on May 2nd. 7 - Lifespring Pregnancy Center.pdf 7.7 Major Event – CARS 55 - 62 Christ-Centered Addition Restoration Services to host a 5k through Yowell Meadow Park on April 18th. 8 - CARS.pdf 7.8 Proposed Bylaw change 63 - 70 9.1 -Amended Bylaws - November 2024.pdf 9.2 - Memo - Student Bylaw change.pdf 9.3 - Memo - Differently Abled Bylaw change.pdf 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 9. REPORT OF THE COMMISSION 9.1 Chair Report 9.2 Commission Member Comments Page 2 of 73 10. REPORT OF TOWN STAFF 10.1 Update on Disc Golf Course 10.2 Update on Changing Stations 10.3 Major Events Guidebook/Best Practices 71 - 73 10 - Major Events Guidebook-Suggestions.pdf 10.4 Comprehensive Plan Update for Parks & Recreation Section The Commission will discuss updating Chapter 9, Parks, Recreation & Open Space, of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan. 11. OTHER BUSINESS 12. ADJOURNMENT Page 3 of 73 MINUTES Town of Culpeper Parks & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting – December 8, 2025 803 S. Main Street – Economic Development Center Call to Order Chair Ms. Steele called the meeting to order at 5:02 p.m. Call of Roll Members Present: John Barrett Jamie Dyke Corrinn Compton Gwen Steele Members Absent: David Duey Staff Present: Andrew Hopewell, Director of Planning and Community Development Kelli Carmichael, Planning & Zoning Assistant Approval of Agenda Motion: By Ms. Dyke, to approve the agenda as presented Seconded: By Mr. Barrett Vote: Approved 4-0, 1 Absent Approval of Minutes Motion: By Ms. Dyke, to approve the minutes as presented Seconded: By Mr. Barrett Vote: Approved 4-0, 1 Absent Comments & Correspondence from Citizens on Items Not on the Agenda None. New Business Geocaching: The Commission held discussion on adding a geocaching container at Yowell Meadow Park. Staff noted that an application did not accompany the request. Motion: By Ms. Dyke, to approve adding a geocaching container to Yowell Meadow Park Seconded: By Ms. Compton Vote: Approved 4-0, 1 Absent Additional Shade at Rockwater Park: Ms. Steele opened discussion on the three shade options provided by Staff. Ms. Steele inquired about informing the public that they can bring their own pop- up tents via signage. Mr. Hopewell will inquire about signage with Ms. Puryear and noted that Staff does inform the public of the option to bring their own pop-up tents when inquiries come to the Department. Discussion ensued regarding the options and potential locations. Mr. Hopewell Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes December 8, 2025 Page 1 Page 4 of 73 informed the Commission that Public Works will determine the final locations. The locations will be determined based on the ability of the ground under the shaded area to dry completely throughout the day but they will be in the vicinity of the splash pad. The Commission agreed on option three. Budget Items: The Commission went over the previously discussed “caution” signage in the areas needed at Rockwater Park and Disc Golf basket signage as items to include in the budget request for FY27. The funds for the changing stations that will be added in all bathrooms and the reconfiguration of the Disc Golf course have already been allocated and do not need to be included in the FY27 budget. Staff will research dog waste stations at Heritage Park and the mulched area around the East Culpeper Street lot and provide those numbers to the Commission. Ms. Steele asked that Commissioners email her any additional items they wish to add and she will pass it along to Staff. Mr. Barrett drafted a job description for a Parks and Recreation Coordinator for the Commission to review. Discussion ensued regarding details and potential changes to the draft job description language. Staff noted that Human Resources will makes the appropriate changes based on equivalent positions. Motion: By Ms. Dyke, to include a Parks & Recreation Coordinator position to the FY27 budget request Seconded: By Ms. Compton Vote: Approved 4-0, 1 Absent Staff reiterated that the “caution” signage, Disc Golf basket signage and Parks and Recreation Coordinator position would be included in the FY 27 budget request. Unfinished Business None. Report of the Commission Chair Report: Ms. Steele informed the Commission that she was still in talks with CAMBO. She and CAMBO walked through the BMX trail determined that it is not a BMX trail and that the signage should be removed. CAMBO plans to provide a mountain bike trail plan for the Commission to review. Commission Member Comments: Mr. Barrett inquired about the old utility building on Spring Street and whether or not they’ve been converted to residences. Staff confirmed that those are now residences. Report of Town Staff Update on Disc Golf Course: Mr. Hopewell informed the Commission that Public Works is working to get the course corrected to what is shown in the packet. Ms. Puryear is in the process of getting the “caution” signage for the areas of the park where the course crosses the walking trail. Update on Changing Stations: Mr. Hopewell informed the Commission that the changing stations have been delivered and will be installed in the park restrooms by Public Works. Major Events Guidebook/Best Practices: Discussion ensued regarding areas of the Guidebook/Best Practices that Mr. Barrett was seeking clarification on. Staff and the Commission provided clarification on these items in question. Mr. Hopewell requested that any additional comments be provided to Staff by the end of the year to allow Ms. Puryear to provide the Commission with a draft version at the next meeting. Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes December 8, 2025 Page 2 Page 5 of 73 Comprehensive Plan Update for Parks & Recreation Section: Mr. Hopewell noted that the Planning Commission’s ideas for the Comprehensive Plan tie into the goals of the Parks and Recreation Commission. Staff is requesting that the Commission email their ideas for what they wish to be included in a vision statement as well as some of the things that are valued about the facilities and amenities in Town. These ideas will be complied and brought to the January meeting for discussion to determine which items to incorporate into the Comprehensive Plan. Discussion ensued regarding the Commission’s desire for input from differently-abled residents and the school-aged community. The Commission also discussed amending the bylaws to allow youth membership on the Commission. Other Business None. Adjournment - The meeting adjourned at 6:00 pm. _________________________________ ___________________ Chair Date Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes December 8, 2025 Page 3 Page 6 of 73 Page 7 of 73 Page 8 of 73 Page 9 of 73 Page 10 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Ashley Banks Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 5:29 PM To: Sandra Puryear; Ashley Clatterbuck; Chris Settle; Shelly Plaster; Anthony Schoch Subject: RE: Major Event - Pearl Sample Good evening, No issues from the PD. We can have officers do extra patrol during the day. Thanks, Ashley B From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 3:24 PM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Major Event - Pearl Sample Good afternoon, Please find attached a major event application for Pearl Sample to use Yowell Meadow Park for their annual picnic on May 19, 2026. Please provide any comments by Friday, February 6th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) 1 Page 11 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Anthony Schoch Sent: Friday, February 13, 2026 1:08 PM To: Sandra Puryear Subject: RE: Major Event - Pearl Sample No issues from PW. Thank you, Anthony Schoch Operations Manager Town of Culpeper Public Works O: (540) 825-0285 C: (540) 219-1548 E: aschoch@culpeperva.gov From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 3:24 PM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Major Event - Pearl Sample Good afternoon, Please find attached a major event application for Pearl Sample to use Yowell Meadow Park for their annual picnic on May 19, 2026. Please provide any comments by Friday, February 6th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) 1 Page 12 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Ashley Clatterbuck Sent: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 11:38 AM To: Sandra Puryear; Ashley Banks; Chris Settle; Shelly Plaster; Anthony Schoch Subject: RE: Major Event - Pearl Sample I have no concerns for this event. Thanks! Ashley R. Clatterbuck, MMC Town Clerk O: (540) 829-8240 | F: (540) 829-8249 | C: (540) 717-0867 Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 105 | Culpeper, VA | 22701 Website: www.culpeperva.gov This message is intended only for the use of the individual to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or the employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient; you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. FOIA Disclaimer You are hereby advised that, pursuant to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, written correspondence (including, but not limited to, letters, e- mails and faxes) from and to the Town of Culpeper and its officials and employees, and others acting on its behalf, may be subject to disclosure as being a public record. This includes the e-mail address(es) and other contact and identifying information for parties involved in the correspondence. From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 3:24 PM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Major Event - Pearl Sample Good afternoon, Please find attached a major event application for Pearl Sample to use Yowell Meadow Park for their annual picnic on May 19, 2026. Please provide any comments by Friday, February 6th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) 1 Page 13 of 73 TOWN OF CULPEPER 400 S. Mai n St., Sui te 105 • Culpeper, VA 22701 (540) 829-8240 • FAX (540) 829-8249 Email: Clerks Office@c ulpeperva.gov www.c ulpeperva.gov APPLICATION FOR A PERMIT TO USE PUBLIC GROUNDS PART 1: Name of Applicant & Organization: Travis Bishop - Bishop's Events ________________________________________________ Phone Number: 540-842-5618 ___________________ E-Mail Address: BishopsEvents@yahoo.com ______________________________ Mailing Address: _______________________________________________________________ 8874 Sweetbriar St, Manassas, VA 20110 Date of Event: ________ 3/28/26 Time of Event: Begin at _________ 10am AM/PM, End at ________ 12pm AM/PM Please be as specific as possible in the exact time(s) for event. Event Set-up Time: Begin at 8am _______ AM/PM, Event Breakdown Time: End at 12pm _______ AM/PM Please be as specific as possible in the exact time(s) for event setup and breakdown. Detailed description of the purpose, nature, and all activities and their scheduled time-frame to take place at the event: ______________________________________________________________________________ charity running event through the trails only at Yowell Meadow ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Name of person(s) who will be in charge of the event, at least one of whom will be present at all times during the event: ___________________________________________________________ Travis Bishop Will event include stage rental? ☐ YES ☐ ✔ NO PART 2: Nature of Event (check as many as apply): ☐ Parade using Town streets ☐ Street closure for stationary event ☐ Run and/or Walk event on roads or sidewalks ✔ ☐ Stationary gathering on Town sidewalks ☐ March or Picket along Town sidewalks ☐ Unattended display (sign or symbolic) ☐ Park Event or Gathering ☐ Organized public gathering which is NOT a parade, sidewalk gathering, street closure, or park gathering, namely _________________________________________________ In accordance with Chapter 21, Article II of the Town Code Apr-25 Page 14 of 73 PART 3: Event location or route of event (list the Cross Street or landmark for the starting and ending locations; also include staging areas): Yowell Meadow Park, see map _______________________________________________ attached ______________________________________________________________________________ NOTE: Application is considered incomplete until the route is provided. yes Is event open to the public? _________________ 200-300 What is the maximum number of persons expected at any one time? ______________________ 200-300 Approximately how many persons will attend over the course of the event? _________________ What equipment, vehicles and facilities will be used in the event? _________________________ just signs and cones to mark the trail for the runners to follow ______________________________________________________________________________ PART 4: Events in Town Parks: Provide an area map indicating the location of all items associated with your event. Some common items associated with events in the park include, but are not limited to: • Entertainment location • Food concession areas • Sponsor/ Exhibitor areas • Race route • Stage • Tents (with liability insurance only) • Parking • Portable toilet facilities and hand washing stations (indicate number) • Emergency equipment • Other (please indicate clearly on map) Maps of each park can be obtained in the Department of Planning & Community Development. PART 5: Security Plan Security Plans are mandatory for street closures, parades, park gatherings, any event that happens between dusk and dawn, and sidewalk gatherings (if involves a procession of more than 50 people crossing streets). Security Plans shall address traffic disruption, pedestrian safety, starting and ending times, lighting, and any other factors bearing on the safety, order, and accessibility of streets and sidewalks, including sign size, maximum number of persons in an area, sound amplification, and control of animals. Events that require security plans also require proof of insurance listing the Town as an additional insured. As outlined in Chapter 21, Article II of the Town Code, the security plan shall provide for the applicant to pay for the costs of Town/County personnel or private contractors called for under the security plan. The applicant shall pay all costs incurred under this subsection (b)(6) within seven (7) calendar days after billing. If In accordance with Chapter 21, Article II of the Town Code Apr-25 Page 15 of 73 assistance is needed in developing the security plan, please contact the Town Police department. The Town shall supply a model security plan to the applicant upon request. PART 6: Fees Town staff will review the event application and determine the total cost of fees depending on the level of services provided by the Town and uses requested by the applicant. A summary of fees will be provided to the applicant to accept before issuance of the permit. The typical fee structure may include the following fees or others as deemed necessary depending on the details of the event: • $100 if Security Plan is required • $50 per pavilion reservation • Up to $750 stage rental • Public Works at $37.18 per employee hour and $55.77 per employee hour of overtime • Police Department at $39.87 per employee hour and $59.81 per employee hour of overtime *Policy Regarding Political Assemblies – The goal in administering Town of Culpeper (The Town) owned property is to preserve streets, sidewalks, and parks for their intended uses, which includes public assembly for purposes of free expression. The Town affirms that a price cannot be placed on the right of free expression. Therefore, The Town of Culpeper waives all fees for pavilion rental, park rental, trash cans, traffic control devices, public works staff time, and police coverage involved with public assemblies for the purpose of political action. Portable restrooms are recommended for larger public events but are not required as a provision by the applicant. The aforementioned policies are retroactive to January 1, 2020. The Town reserves the right to cancel or relocate the rental if necessary for the safety of the renter or the safety of the public. _________________________________ 1/15/2026 ________________________ Applicant’s Signature Date Justin Bishop Applicant’s Name PRINTED In accordance with Chapter 21, Article II of the Town Code Apr-25 Page 16 of 73 Page 17 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Ashley Banks Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 4:21 PM To: Sandra Puryear; Ashley Clatterbuck; Chris Settle; Shelly Plaster; Anthony Schoch Subject: RE: Major Event - Heros Bridge Good afternoon, No comments from the PD. They group had a similar event last year without any issues and everything was contained in the park. We will have at least 1 officer at the event to monitor. Thanks, Ashley B From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 3:32 PM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Major Event - Heros Bridge Good afternoon, Please find attached a major event application for Heros Bridge to hold a 5k on March 28, 2026. Please review the application and provide any comments by Friday, February 6th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) 1 Page 18 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Anthony Schoch Sent: Friday, February 13, 2026 1:10 PM To: Sandra Puryear Subject: RE: Major Event - Heros Bridge No issues from PW. Thank you, Anthony Schoch Operations Manager Town of Culpeper Public Works O: (540) 825-0285 C: (540) 219-1548 E: aschoch@culpeperva.gov From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 3:32 PM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Major Event - Heros Bridge Good afternoon, Please find attached a major event application for Heros Bridge to hold a 5k on March 28, 2026. Please review the application and provide any comments by Friday, February 6th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) 1 Page 19 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Ashley Clatterbuck Sent: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 11:43 AM To: Sandra Puryear; Ashley Banks; Chris Settle; Shelly Plaster; Anthony Schoch Subject: RE: Major Event - Heros Bridge I have no concerns with this 5K event. Thanks! Ashley R. Clatterbuck, MMC Town Clerk O: (540) 829-8240 | F: (540) 829-8249 | C: (540) 717-0867 Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 105 | Culpeper, VA | 22701 Website: www.culpeperva.gov This message is intended only for the use of the individual to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or the employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient; you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. FOIA Disclaimer You are hereby advised that, pursuant to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, written correspondence (including, but not limited to, letters, e- mails and faxes) from and to the Town of Culpeper and its officials and employees, and others acting on its behalf, may be subject to disclosure as being a public record. This includes the e-mail address(es) and other contact and identifying information for parties involved in the correspondence. From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 3:32 PM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Major Event - Heros Bridge Good afternoon, Please find attached a major event application for Heros Bridge to hold a 5k on March 28, 2026. Please review the application and provide any comments by Friday, February 6th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) 1 Page 20 of 73 TOWN OF CULPEPER 400 S. Mai n St., Sui te 105 • Culpeper, VA 22701 (540) 829-8240 • FAX (540) 829-8249 Email: Clerks Office@c ulpeperva.gov www.c ulpeperva.gov APPLICATION FOR A PERMIT TO USE PUBLIC GROUNDS PART 1: Name of Applicant & Organization: Travis Bishop - Bishop's Events ________________________________________________ Phone Number: 540-842-5618 ___________________ E-Mail Address: BishopsEvents@yahoo.com ______________________________ Mailing Address: _______________________________________________________________ 8874 Sweetbriar St, Manassas, VA 20110 Date of Event: ________ 8/8/26 Time of Event: Begin at _________ 8am AM/PM, End at ________ 10am AM/PM Please be as specific as possible in the exact time(s) for event. Event Set-up Time: Begin at 6am _______ AM/PM, Event Breakdown Time: End at 10am _______ AM/PM Please be as specific as possible in the exact time(s) for event setup and breakdown. Detailed description of the purpose, nature, and all activities and their scheduled time-frame to take place at the event: ______________________________________________________________________________ charity running event through the trails only at Yowell Meadow ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Name of person(s) who will be in charge of the event, at least one of whom will be present at all times during the event: ___________________________________________________________ Travis Bishop Will event include stage rental? ☐ YES ☐ ✔ NO PART 2: Nature of Event (check as many as apply): ☐ Parade using Town streets ☐ Street closure for stationary event ☐ Run and/or Walk event on roads or sidewalks ✔ ☐ Stationary gathering on Town sidewalks ☐ March or Picket along Town sidewalks ☐ Unattended display (sign or symbolic) ☐ Park Event or Gathering ☐ Organized public gathering which is NOT a parade, sidewalk gathering, street closure, or park gathering, namely _________________________________________________ In accordance with Chapter 21, Article II of the Town Code Apr-25 Page 21 of 73 PART 3: Event location or route of event (list the Cross Street or landmark for the starting and ending locations; also include staging areas): Yowell Meadow Park, see map _______________________________________________ attached ______________________________________________________________________________ NOTE: Application is considered incomplete until the route is provided. yes Is event open to the public? _________________ 200-300 What is the maximum number of persons expected at any one time? ______________________ 200-300 Approximately how many persons will attend over the course of the event? _________________ What equipment, vehicles and facilities will be used in the event? _________________________ just signs and cones to mark the trail for the runners to follow ______________________________________________________________________________ PART 4: Events in Town Parks: Provide an area map indicating the location of all items associated with your event. Some common items associated with events in the park include, but are not limited to: • Entertainment location • Food concession areas • Sponsor/ Exhibitor areas • Race route • Stage • Tents (with liability insurance only) • Parking • Portable toilet facilities and hand washing stations (indicate number) • Emergency equipment • Other (please indicate clearly on map) Maps of each park can be obtained in the Department of Planning & Community Development. PART 5: Security Plan Security Plans are mandatory for street closures, parades, park gatherings, any event that happens between dusk and dawn, and sidewalk gatherings (if involves a procession of more than 50 people crossing streets). Security Plans shall address traffic disruption, pedestrian safety, starting and ending times, lighting, and any other factors bearing on the safety, order, and accessibility of streets and sidewalks, including sign size, maximum number of persons in an area, sound amplification, and control of animals. Events that require security plans also require proof of insurance listing the Town as an additional insured. As outlined in Chapter 21, Article II of the Town Code, the security plan shall provide for the applicant to pay for the costs of Town/County personnel or private contractors called for under the security plan. The applicant shall pay all costs incurred under this subsection (b)(6) within seven (7) calendar days after billing. If In accordance with Chapter 21, Article II of the Town Code Apr-25 Page 22 of 73 assistance is needed in developing the security plan, please contact the Town Police department. The Town shall supply a model security plan to the applicant upon request. PART 6: Fees Town staff will review the event application and determine the total cost of fees depending on the level of services provided by the Town and uses requested by the applicant. A summary of fees will be provided to the applicant to accept before issuance of the permit. The typical fee structure may include the following fees or others as deemed necessary depending on the details of the event: • $100 if Security Plan is required • $50 per pavilion reservation • Up to $750 stage rental • Public Works at $37.18 per employee hour and $55.77 per employee hour of overtime • Police Department at $39.87 per employee hour and $59.81 per employee hour of overtime *Policy Regarding Political Assemblies – The goal in administering Town of Culpeper (The Town) owned property is to preserve streets, sidewalks, and parks for their intended uses, which includes public assembly for purposes of free expression. The Town affirms that a price cannot be placed on the right of free expression. Therefore, The Town of Culpeper waives all fees for pavilion rental, park rental, trash cans, traffic control devices, public works staff time, and police coverage involved with public assemblies for the purpose of political action. Portable restrooms are recommended for larger public events but are not required as a provision by the applicant. The aforementioned policies are retroactive to January 1, 2020. The Town reserves the right to cancel or relocate the rental if necessary for the safety of the renter or the safety of the public. _________________________________ 1/15/2026 ________________________ Applicant’s Signature Date Justin Bishop Applicant’s Name PRINTED In accordance with Chapter 21, Article II of the Town Code Apr-25 Page 23 of 73 Page 24 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Ashley Banks Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 4:19 PM To: Sandra Puryear; Ashley Clatterbuck; Shelly Plaster; Anthony Schoch; Chris Settle Subject: RE: Operation First Response Good afternoon, No comments from the PD. They group had this event last year without any issues and everything was contained in the park. We did have an officer at the event to monitor. Thanks, Ashley B Lieutenant A. R. Banks PD09 Special Operations Culpeper Police Department 740 Old Brandy Rd. Culpeper, VA 22701 540-212-8002 (Cell) 540-829-5512 (Office) abanks@culpeperva.gov DISCLAIMER: All information contained in this briefing should be considered LAW ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE. Further distribution of this document is restricted to law enforcement agencies and intelligence agencies; unless prior approval from this Department is obtained. Persons or organizations violating distribution restrictions will be prohibited from receiving future documents and will be removed from distribution lists. NO REPORT OR SEGMENT THEREOF MAY BE RELEASED TO ANY MEDIA SOURCES. Contact the Culpeper Police Department at (540) 727-3430 if you have any questions or require additional information. FOIA Disclaimer You are hereby advised that, pursuant to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, written correspondence (including, but not limited to, letters, e-mails and faxes) from and to the Town of Culpeper and its officials and employees, and others acting on its behalf, may be subject to disclosure as being a public record. This includes the e-mail address(es) and other contact and identifying information for parties involved in the correspondence. From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 3:36 PM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Operation First Response Good afternoon, Please find attached an application for Operation First Response to use Yowell Meadow Park for a 5k on August 8, 2026. Please review the application and provide any comments by Friday, February 6th. Please let me know if you have any questions. 1 Page 25 of 73 Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) 2 Page 26 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Ashley Clatterbuck Sent: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 11:45 AM To: Sandra Puryear; Ashley Banks; Shelly Plaster; Anthony Schoch; Chris Settle Subject: RE: Operation First Response I have no concerns with this 5K event. Thank you! Ashley R. Clatterbuck, MMC Town Clerk O: (540) 829-8240 | F: (540) 829-8249 | C: (540) 717-0867 Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 105 | Culpeper, VA | 22701 Website: www.culpeperva.gov This message is intended only for the use of the individual to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or the employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient; you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. FOIA Disclaimer You are hereby advised that, pursuant to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, written correspondence (including, but not limited to, letters, e- mails and faxes) from and to the Town of Culpeper and its officials and employees, and others acting on its behalf, may be subject to disclosure as being a public record. This includes the e-mail address(es) and other contact and identifying information for parties involved in the correspondence. From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 3:36 PM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Operation First Response Good afternoon, Please find attached an application for Operation First Response to use Yowell Meadow Park for a 5k on August 8, 2026. Please review the application and provide any comments by Friday, February 6th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) 1 Page 27 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Anthony Schoch Sent: Friday, February 13, 2026 1:11 PM To: Sandra Puryear Subject: RE: Operation First Response No issues from PW Thank you, Anthony Schoch Operations Manager Town of Culpeper Public Works O: (540) 825-0285 C: (540) 219-1548 E: aschoch@culpeperva.gov From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 3:36 PM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Operation First Response Good afternoon, Please find attached an application for Operation First Response to use Yowell Meadow Park for a 5k on August 8, 2026. Please review the application and provide any comments by Friday, February 6th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) 1 Page 28 of 73 Page 29 of 73 Page 30 of 73 Page 31 of 73 Page 32 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Ashley Banks Sent: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 8:57 AM To: Sandra Puryear; Ashley Clatterbuck; Chris Settle; Anthony Schoch; Shelly Plaster Subject: RE: Major Event - Special Olympics Good morning, PD recommends approval. No issues from last year and we will have staff on site. Thanks, Ashley B Lieutenant A. R. Banks PD09 Special Operations Culpeper Police Department 740 Old Brandy Rd. Culpeper, VA 22701 540-212-8002 (Cell) 540-829-5512 (Office) abanks@culpeperva.gov DISCLAIMER: All information contained in this briefing should be considered LAW ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE. Further distribution of this document is restricted to law enforcement agencies and intelligence agencies; unless prior approval from this Department is obtained. Persons or organizations violating distribution restrictions will be prohibited from receiving future documents and will be removed from distribution lists. NO REPORT OR SEGMENT THEREOF MAY BE RELEASED TO ANY MEDIA SOURCES. Contact the Culpeper Police Department at (540) 727-3430 if you have any questions or require additional information. FOIA Disclaimer You are hereby advised that, pursuant to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, written correspondence (including, but not limited to, letters, e-mails and faxes) from and to the Town of Culpeper and its officials and employees, and others acting on its behalf, may be subject to disclosure as being a public record. This includes the e-mail address(es) and other contact and identifying information for parties involved in the correspondence. From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 7:23 PM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Major Event - Special Olympics Good afternoon, Please find attached a major event application for Special Olympics to use Yowell Meadow Park on May 30, 2026. Please review the application and provide any comments by Friday, February 6th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you Sandy 1 Page 33 of 73 Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) 2 Page 34 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Ashley Clatterbuck Sent: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 11:58 AM To: Sandra Puryear; Ashley Banks; Chris Settle; Anthony Schoch; Shelly Plaster Subject: RE: Major Event - Special Olympics I have no concerns with this 5K event. Thanks! Ashley R. Clatterbuck, MMC Town Clerk O: (540) 829-8240 | F: (540) 829-8249 | C: (540) 717-0867 Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 105 | Culpeper, VA | 22701 Website: www.culpeperva.gov This message is intended only for the use of the individual to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or the employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient; you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. FOIA Disclaimer You are hereby advised that, pursuant to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, written correspondence (including, but not limited to, letters, e- mails and faxes) from and to the Town of Culpeper and its officials and employees, and others acting on its behalf, may be subject to disclosure as being a public record. This includes the e-mail address(es) and other contact and identifying information for parties involved in the correspondence. From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 7:23 PM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Major Event - Special Olympics Good afternoon, Please find attached a major event application for Special Olympics to use Yowell Meadow Park on May 30, 2026. Please review the application and provide any comments by Friday, February 6th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) 1 Page 35 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Anthony Schoch Sent: Friday, February 13, 2026 1:13 PM To: Sandra Puryear Subject: RE: Major Event - Special Olympics No issues from PW Thank you, Anthony Schoch Operations Manager Town of Culpeper Public Works O: (540) 825-0285 C: (540) 219-1548 E: aschoch@culpeperva.gov From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 7:23 PM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Major Event - Special Olympics Good afternoon, Please find attached a major event application for Special Olympics to use Yowell Meadow Park on May 30, 2026. Please review the application and provide any comments by Friday, February 6th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) 1 Page 36 of 73 TOWN OF CULPEPER 400 S. Mai n St., Sui te 105 • Culpeper, VA 22701 (540) 829-8240 • FAX (540) 829-8249 Email: Clerks Office@c ulpeperva.gov www.c ulpeperva.gov APPLICATION FOR A PERMIT TO USE PUBLIC GROUNDS PART 1: Name of Applicant & Organization: Andrew De Nicola; Culpeper County ________________________________________________ Library/Friends of the Culpeper Library, Inc. Phone Number: 540-825-8691 ___________________ E-Mail Address: adenicola@cclva.org ______________________________ Mailing Address: _______________________________________________________________ 271 Southgate Shopping Center Date of Event: ________ 03/21/2025 Time of Event: Begin at _________ 12:00 pm AM/PM, End at ________ 3:00pm AM/PM Please be as specific as possible in the exact time(s) for event. Event Set-up Time: Begin at 10:00am _______ AM/PM, Event Breakdown Time: End at 5:00pm _______ AM/PM Please be as specific as possible in the exact time(s) for event setup and breakdown. Detailed description of the purpose, nature, and all activities and their scheduled time-frame to take place at the event: ______________________________________________________________________________ As part of CulpeperCon (the Library's comic-book convention being held March 27-28, 2026) and in ______________________________________________________________________________ partnership with Verdun Adventure Bound, we are looking to use Rockwater Park's Fitcore Extreme ______________________________________________________________________________ obstacle course to host a Superhero Training style course using Verdun's knowledge and expertise in physical, outdoor rope systems for safety and security. The event would take place in th ______________________________________________________________________________ Name of person(s) who will be in charge of the event, at least one of whom will be present at all times during the event: ___________________________________________________________ Andrew De Nicola (Culpeper County Library), Sean McElhinney (Verdun Adventure Bound) Will event include stage rental? ☐ YES ☐ ✔ NO PART 2: Nature of Event (check as many as apply): ☐ Parade using Town streets ☐ Street closure for stationary event ☐ Run and/or Walk event on roads or sidewalks ☐ Stationary gathering on Town sidewalks ☐ March or Picket along Town sidewalks ☐ Unattended display (sign or symbolic) ✔ Park Event or Gathering ☐ ☐ Organized public gathering which is NOT a parade, sidewalk gathering, street closure, or park gathering, namely _________________________________________________ In accordance with Chapter 21, Article II of the Town Code Apr-25 Page 37 of 73 PART 3: Event location or route of event (list the Cross Street or landmark for the starting and ending locations; also include staging areas): Fitcore Extreme Obstacle Course, _______________________________________________ Rockwater Park ______________________________________________________________________________ NOTE: Application is considered incomplete until the route is provided. Yes Is event open to the public? _________________ 75 What is the maximum number of persons expected at any one time? ______________________ 75 Approximately how many persons will attend over the course of the event? _________________ Fitcore Extreme, bathrooms, What equipment, vehicles and facilities will be used in the event? _________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ PART 4: Events in Town Parks: Provide an area map indicating the location of all items associated with your event. Some common items associated with events in the park include, but are not limited to: • Entertainment location • Food concession areas • Sponsor/ Exhibitor areas • Race route • Stage • Tents (with liability insurance only) • Parking • Portable toilet facilities and hand washing stations (indicate number) • Emergency equipment • Other (please indicate clearly on map) Maps of each park can be obtained in the Department of Planning & Community Development. PART 5: Security Plan Security Plans are mandatory for street closures, parades, park gatherings, any event that happens between dusk and dawn, and sidewalk gatherings (if involves a procession of more than 50 people crossing streets). Security Plans shall address traffic disruption, pedestrian safety, starting and ending times, lighting, and any other factors bearing on the safety, order, and accessibility of streets and sidewalks, including sign size, maximum number of persons in an area, sound amplification, and control of animals. Events that require security plans also require proof of insurance listing the Town as an additional insured. As outlined in Chapter 21, Article II of the Town Code, the security plan shall provide for the applicant to pay for the costs of Town/County personnel or private contractors called for under the security plan. The applicant shall pay all costs incurred under this subsection (b)(6) within seven (7) calendar days after billing. If In accordance with Chapter 21, Article II of the Town Code Apr-25 Page 38 of 73 assistance is needed in developing the security plan, please contact the Town Police department. The Town shall supply a model security plan to the applicant upon request. PART 6: Fees Town staff will review the event application and determine the total cost of fees depending on the level of services provided by the Town and uses requested by the applicant. A summary of fees will be provided to the applicant to accept before issuance of the permit. The typical fee structure may include the following fees or others as deemed necessary depending on the details of the event: • $100 if Security Plan is required • $50 per pavilion reservation • Up to $750 stage rental • Public Works at $37.18 per employee hour and $55.77 per employee hour of overtime • Police Department at $39.87 per employee hour and $59.81 per employee hour of overtime *Policy Regarding Political Assemblies – The goal in administering Town of Culpeper (The Town) owned property is to preserve streets, sidewalks, and parks for their intended uses, which includes public assembly for purposes of free expression. The Town affirms that a price cannot be placed on the right of free expression. Therefore, The Town of Culpeper waives all fees for pavilion rental, park rental, trash cans, traffic control devices, public works staff time, and police coverage involved with public assemblies for the purpose of political action. Portable restrooms are recommended for larger public events but are not required as a provision by the applicant. The aforementioned policies are retroactive to January 1, 2020. The Town reserves the right to cancel or relocate the rental if necessary for the safety of the renter or the safety of the public. _________________________________ 01/14/2026 ________________________ Applicant’s Signature Date Andrew M. De Nicola Applicant’s Name PRINTED In accordance with Chapter 21, Article II of the Town Code Apr-25 Page 39 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Sandra Puryear Sent: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 8:33 AM To: Ashley Clatterbuck; Ashley Banks; Chris Settle; Shelly Plaster; Anthony Schoch Cc: Andrew Hopewell Subject: RE: Major Event - CulpeperCon Good morning, Please see the questions and answers below regarding CulpeperCon’s use of the Fitcore Course at Rockwater Park. 1. Can people sign up at Rockwater Park while the event is occurring? Yes, however, they will likely not be able to receive a T-shirt (see question/answer #2 below). 2. Will there be a fee for the event? Yes, the "fee" is going to be $10.00 strictly to offset the cost of and availability of contestant T-Shirts. If they sign up at Rockwater Park there will be no fee charged however they will not receive a T-shirt. They will sign a waiver and if under age will require parental/guardian consent. 3. Will other park goers still be able to use the Fitcore course? The preferred answer is NO. Each contestant/participant will be required to sign a liability safety waiver & understanding of the rules. We want the event to be as fun as possible but at the same time we realize that we cannot be held liable. With that said, any participant under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent/legal guardian. There is concern regarding the liability if someone get hurts that has not signed the waiver or followed instructions. Please review the above and let me know if you have any comments or questions by Thursday, February 12th. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) From: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Thursday, January 22, 2026 4:20 PM To: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov> Cc: Andrew Hopewell <AHopewell@culpeperva.gov> Subject: RE: Major Event - CulpeperCon Andrew will be providing some additional information for all of us to consider on this one before approving. Thanks all! 1 Page 40 of 73 Ashley R. Clatterbuck, MMC Town Clerk O: (540) 829-8240 | F: (540) 829-8249 | C: (540) 717-0867 Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 105 | Culpeper, VA | 22701 Website: www.culpeperva.gov This message is intended only for the use of the individual to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or the employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient; you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. FOIA Disclaimer You are hereby advised that, pursuant to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, written correspondence (including, but not limited to, letters, e- mails and faxes) from and to the Town of Culpeper and its officials and employees, and others acting on its behalf, may be subject to disclosure as being a public record. This includes the e-mail address(es) and other contact and identifying information for parties involved in the correspondence. From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 2:00 PM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov> Subject: RE: Major Event - CulpeperCon We have previously allowed reservations at Rockwater Park, disc golf tournament and Easter egg hunt. I spoke with Andrew about the request and we were going to let the Parks & Rec Commission decide whether to approve or deny the request. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) From: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 11:54 AM To: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov> Subject: RE: Major Event - CulpeperCon I thought we didn’t allow reservations for anything at Rockwater Park? Thanks, Ashley R. Clatterbuck, MMC 2 Page 41 of 73 Town Clerk O: (540) 829-8240 | F: (540) 829-8249 | C: (540) 717-0867 Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 105 | Culpeper, VA | 22701 Website: www.culpeperva.gov This message is intended only for the use of the individual to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or the employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient; you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. FOIA Disclaimer You are hereby advised that, pursuant to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, written correspondence (including, but not limited to, letters, e- mails and faxes) from and to the Town of Culpeper and its officials and employees, and others acting on its behalf, may be subject to disclosure as being a public record. This includes the e-mail address(es) and other contact and identifying information for parties involved in the correspondence. From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 5:07 PM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Major Event - CulpeperCon Good afternoon, Please find attached a major event application for CulpeperCon to use the obstacle course at Rockwater Park on March 21, 2026. Please review the application and provide any comments by Friday, February 6th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) 3 Page 42 of 73 Page 43 of 73 Town of Culpeper Memo To: Parks & Recreation Commission From: Sandy Puryear Date: February 23, 2026 Re: CulpeperCon Major Event The Culpeper Library has requested to utilize the Ninja Adventure Course at Rockwater Park as part of the upcoming CulpeperCon Major Event. Reviewing agencies have expressed concerns regarding operational logistics and liability management associated with this activity. Town staff from the Clerk’s Office, Public Works, Police Department, and Tourism Department met to discuss these concerns and identify appropriate mitigation measures. To address liability requirements, CulpeperCon will be required to install temporary fencing within the existing fenced area surrounding the Ninja Adventure Course. This temporary fencing will segment and control access to the course to ensure that all participants properly complete and sign liability waivers prior to participation. The Ninja Adventure Course activity will remain open to the public during the event; however, access will be managed through the designated waiver-controlled entry point. Page 44 of 73 TOWN OF CULPEPER 400 S. Mai n St., Sui te 105 • Culpeper, VA 22701 (540) 829-8240 • FAX (540) 829-8249 Email: Clerks Office@c ulpeperva.gov www.c ulpeperva.gov APPLICATION FOR A PERMIT TO USE PUBLIC GROUNDS PART 1: Name of Applicant & Organization: LifeSpring Pregnancy Centers ________________________________________________ Phone Number: 4349794516 ___________________ E-Mail Address: emma@lifespringva.org ______________________________ Mailing Address: _______________________________________________________________ 1416 Greenbrier Pl Date of Event: ________ May 2, 2026 Time of Event: Begin at _________ 9:00 AM AM/PM, End at ________ 12:00 PM AM/PM Please be as specific as possible in the exact time(s) for event. Event Set-up Time: Begin at _______ 7:30 AM AM/PM, Event Breakdown Time: End at _______ 1 PM AM/PM Please be as specific as possible in the exact time(s) for event setup and breakdown. Detailed description of the purpose, nature, and all activities and their scheduled time-frame to take place at the event: ______________________________________________________________________________ Fundraising event and community event to support LifeSpring Pregnancy Centers and raise awareness in the area. ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Name of person(s) who will be in charge of the event, at least one of whom will be present at all times during the event: ___________________________________________________________ Emma Deer Will event include stage rental? ☐ YES ☐ ✔ NO PART 2: Nature of Event (check as many as apply): ☐ Parade using Town streets ☐ Street closure for stationary event ☐ Run and/or Walk event on roads or sidewalks ✔ ☐ Stationary gathering on Town sidewalks ☐ March or Picket along Town sidewalks ☐ Unattended display (sign or symbolic) ✔ Park Event or Gathering ☐ ☐ Organized public gathering which is NOT a parade, sidewalk gathering, street closure, or park gathering, namely _________________________________________________ In accordance with Chapter 21, Article II of the Town Code Apr-25 Page 45 of 73 PART 3: Event location or route of event (list the Cross Street or landmark for the starting and ending locations; also include staging areas): Yowell Meadow Park will be event _______________________________________________ location. 5k will happen there. ______________________________________________________________________________ Walk will start at Yowell Meadow and exit to W Evans St, and end back in Yowell Meadow through Greenway Nature Trail. NOTE: Application is considered incomplete until the route is provided. Yes Is event open to the public? _________________ 150 What is the maximum number of persons expected at any one time? ______________________ 200 Approximately how many persons will attend over the course of the event? _________________ What equipment, vehicles and facilities will be used in the event? _________________________ Pavillion A and B at Yowell Meadow. Sidewalks for the walk and Yowell Meadow track for 5k ______________________________________________________________________________ PART 4: Events in Town Parks: Provide an area map indicating the location of all items associated with your event. Some common items associated with events in the park include, but are not limited to: • Entertainment location • Food concession areas • Sponsor/ Exhibitor areas • Race route • Stage • Tents (with liability insurance only) • Parking • Portable toilet facilities and hand washing stations (indicate number) • Emergency equipment • Other (please indicate clearly on map) Maps of each park can be obtained in the Department of Planning & Community Development. PART 5: Security Plan Security Plans are mandatory for street closures, parades, park gatherings, any event that happens between dusk and dawn, and sidewalk gatherings (if involves a procession of more than 50 people crossing streets). Security Plans shall address traffic disruption, pedestrian safety, starting and ending times, lighting, and any other factors bearing on the safety, order, and accessibility of streets and sidewalks, including sign size, maximum number of persons in an area, sound amplification, and control of animals. Events that require security plans also require proof of insurance listing the Town as an additional insured. As outlined in Chapter 21, Article II of the Town Code, the security plan shall provide for the applicant to pay for the costs of Town/County personnel or private contractors called for under the security plan. The applicant shall pay all costs incurred under this subsection (b)(6) within seven (7) calendar days after billing. If In accordance with Chapter 21, Article II of the Town Code Apr-25 Page 46 of 73 assistance is needed in developing the security plan, please contact the Town Police department. The Town shall supply a model security plan to the applicant upon request. PART 6: Fees Town staff will review the event application and determine the total cost of fees depending on the level of services provided by the Town and uses requested by the applicant. A summary of fees will be provided to the applicant to accept before issuance of the permit. The typical fee structure may include the following fees or others as deemed necessary depending on the details of the event: • $100 if Security Plan is required • $50 per pavilion reservation • Up to $750 stage rental • Public Works at $37.18 per employee hour and $55.77 per employee hour of overtime • Police Department at $39.87 per employee hour and $59.81 per employee hour of overtime *Policy Regarding Political Assemblies – The goal in administering Town of Culpeper (The Town) owned property is to preserve streets, sidewalks, and parks for their intended uses, which includes public assembly for purposes of free expression. The Town affirms that a price cannot be placed on the right of free expression. Therefore, The Town of Culpeper waives all fees for pavilion rental, park rental, trash cans, traffic control devices, public works staff time, and police coverage involved with public assemblies for the purpose of political action. Portable restrooms are recommended for larger public events but are not required as a provision by the applicant. The aforementioned policies are retroactive to January 1, 2020. The Town reserves the right to cancel or relocate the rental if necessary for the safety of the renter or the safety of the public. _________________________________ 1/23/2026 ________________________ Applicant’s Signature Date Applicant’s Name PRINTED In accordance with Chapter 21, Article II of the Town Code Apr-25 Page 47 of 73 Start/Finish Page 48 of 73 Finish Start Page 49 of 73 Page 50 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Ashley Banks Sent: Friday, February 6, 2026 3:50 PM To: Sandra Puryear; Ashley Clatterbuck; Anthony Schoch; Shelly Plaster; Chris Settle Subject: RE: Major Event - Lifespring Pregnancy Centers 5k Good afternoon, In looking at the plan, they have changed it from last year. Last year that started at Culpeper Baptist and went down Blue Ridge Ave to Evans, Main St and Chandler St. This year with starting at the YMP they will be using much of the sidewalk along Blue Ridge, Evans, Main, Chandler and Blue Ridge. Spring St would be the only area that does not have a sidewalk. The PD would do temporary traffic detours on Chandler St and Blue Ridge with the participants are in that area. It should only be minimal traffic disruption. We have worked with the group in the past and there were never any issues. I will reach out to the organizer to make sure that they have Rescue Company 11 on location as well as volunteers from the Knights of Columbus on hand. PD recommends approval for the event. Lieutenant A. R. Banks PD09 Special Operations Culpeper Police Department 740 Old Brandy Rd. Culpeper, VA 22701 540-212-8002 (Cell) 540-829-5512 (Office) abanks@culpeperva.gov DISCLAIMER: All information contained in this briefing should be considered LAW ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE. Further distribution of this document is restricted to law enforcement agencies and intelligence agencies; unless prior approval from this Department is obtained. Persons or organizations violating distribution restrictions will be prohibited from receiving future documents and will be removed from distribution lists. NO REPORT OR SEGMENT THEREOF MAY BE RELEASED TO ANY MEDIA SOURCES. Contact the Culpeper Police Department at (540) 727-3430 if you have any questions or require additional information. FOIA Disclaimer You are hereby advised that, pursuant to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, written correspondence (including, but not limited to, letters, e-mails and faxes) from and to the Town of Culpeper and its officials and employees, and others acting on its behalf, may be subject to disclosure as being a public record. This includes the e-mail address(es) and other contact and identifying information for parties involved in the correspondence. From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Friday, February 6, 2026 11:16 AM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Major Event - Lifespring Pregnancy Centers 5k Good morning, 1 Page 51 of 73 Please find attached a major event application for Lifespring Pregnancy Centers 5k at Yowell Meadow Park and surrounding sidewalks. Please review the application and provide any comments by Wednesday, February 11th. Please note a portion of the event will take place in the right-of-way, please let me know if I need to charge additional fees for coverage or additional staff. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) 2 Page 52 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Ashley Clatterbuck Sent: Monday, February 9, 2026 9:21 AM To: Sandra Puryear; Ashley Banks; Anthony Schoch; Shelly Plaster; Chris Settle Subject: RE: Major Event - Lifespring Pregnancy Centers 5k With PD’s approval of the changed route, I have no concerns. Thanks, Ashley R. Clatterbuck, MMC Town Clerk O: (540) 829-8240 | F: (540) 829-8249 | C: (540) 717-0867 Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 105 | Culpeper, VA | 22701 Website: www.culpeperva.gov This message is intended only for the use of the individual to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or the employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient; you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. FOIA Disclaimer You are hereby advised that, pursuant to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, written correspondence (including, but not limited to, letters, e- mails and faxes) from and to the Town of Culpeper and its officials and employees, and others acting on its behalf, may be subject to disclosure as being a public record. This includes the e-mail address(es) and other contact and identifying information for parties involved in the correspondence. From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Friday, February 6, 2026 11:16 AM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Major Event - Lifespring Pregnancy Centers 5k Good morning, Please find attached a major event application for Lifespring Pregnancy Centers 5k at Yowell Meadow Park and surrounding sidewalks. Please review the application and provide any comments by Wednesday, February 11th. Please note a portion of the event will take place in the right-of-way, please let me know if I need to charge additional fees for coverage or additional staff. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 1 Page 53 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Anthony Schoch Sent: Friday, February 13, 2026 1:14 PM To: Sandra Puryear Subject: RE: Major Event - Lifespring Pregnancy Centers 5k No issues from PW Thank you, Anthony Schoch Operations Manager Town of Culpeper Public Works O: (540) 825-0285 C: (540) 219-1548 E: aschoch@culpeperva.gov From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Friday, February 6, 2026 11:16 AM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Major Event - Lifespring Pregnancy Centers 5k Good morning, Please find attached a major event application for Lifespring Pregnancy Centers 5k at Yowell Meadow Park and surrounding sidewalks. Please review the application and provide any comments by Wednesday, February 11th. Please note a portion of the event will take place in the right-of-way, please let me know if I need to charge additional fees for coverage or additional staff. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) 1 Page 54 of 73 Page 55 of 73 Page 56 of 73 Page 57 of 73 Page 58 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Ashley Banks Sent: Monday, February 9, 2026 10:52 AM To: Sandra Puryear; Ashley Clatterbuck; Chris Settle; Anthony Schoch; Shelly Plaster Subject: RE: Major Event - CARS Good morning, PD recommends approval since everything will be self-contained inside YMP. We will have an officer on location for the event. Thanks, Ashley B Lieutenant A. R. Banks PD09 Special Operations Culpeper Police Department 740 Old Brandy Rd. Culpeper, VA 22701 540-212-8002 (Cell) 540-829-5512 (Office) abanks@culpeperva.gov DISCLAIMER: All information contained in this briefing should be considered LAW ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE. Further distribution of this document is restricted to law enforcement agencies and intelligence agencies; unless prior approval from this Department is obtained. Persons or organizations violating distribution restrictions will be prohibited from receiving future documents and will be removed from distribution lists. NO REPORT OR SEGMENT THEREOF MAY BE RELEASED TO ANY MEDIA SOURCES. Contact the Culpeper Police Department at (540) 727-3430 if you have any questions or require additional information. FOIA Disclaimer You are hereby advised that, pursuant to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, written correspondence (including, but not limited to, letters, e-mails and faxes) from and to the Town of Culpeper and its officials and employees, and others acting on its behalf, may be subject to disclosure as being a public record. This includes the e-mail address(es) and other contact and identifying information for parties involved in the correspondence. From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Monday, February 9, 2026 8:37 AM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Major Event - CARS Good morning, Please find attached a major event application for CARS (Christ-Centered Addiction Restoration Services) 5k at Yowell Meadow Park. Please review the application and provide any comments by Thursday, February 12th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you 1 Page 59 of 73 Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) 2 Page 60 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Anthony Schoch Sent: Monday, February 9, 2026 12:20 PM To: Sandra Puryear; Ashley Clatterbuck; Ashley Banks; Chris Settle; Shelly Plaster Subject: RE: Major Event - CARS Good afternoon, PW recommends approval. Thank you, Anthony Schoch Operations Manager Town of Culpeper Public Works O: (540) 825-0285 C: (540) 219-1548 E: aschoch@culpeperva.gov From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Monday, February 9, 2026 8:37 AM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Major Event - CARS Good morning, Please find attached a major event application for CARS (Christ-Centered Addiction Restoration Services) 5k at Yowell Meadow Park. Please review the application and provide any comments by Thursday, February 12th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 1 Page 61 of 73 Sandra Puryear From: Ashley Clatterbuck Sent: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 8:52 AM To: Sandra Puryear; Ashley Banks; Chris Settle; Anthony Schoch; Shelly Plaster Subject: RE: Major Event - CARS I have no concerns or comments. Thanks! Ashley R. Clatterbuck, MMC Town Clerk O: (540) 829-8240 | F: (540) 829-8249 | C: (540) 717-0867 Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 105 | Culpeper, VA | 22701 Website: www.culpeperva.gov This message is intended only for the use of the individual to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or the employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient; you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. FOIA Disclaimer You are hereby advised that, pursuant to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, written correspondence (including, but not limited to, letters, e- mails and faxes) from and to the Town of Culpeper and its officials and employees, and others acting on its behalf, may be subject to disclosure as being a public record. This includes the e-mail address(es) and other contact and identifying information for parties involved in the correspondence. From: Sandra Puryear <SPuryear@culpeperva.gov> Sent: Monday, February 9, 2026 8:37 AM To: Ashley Clatterbuck <aclatterbuck@culpeperva.gov>; Ashley Banks <abanks@culpeperva.gov>; Chris Settle <csettle@culpeperva.gov>; Anthony Schoch <ASchoch@culpeperva.gov>; Shelly Plaster <SPlaster@culpeperva.gov> Subject: Major Event - CARS Good morning, Please find attached a major event application for CARS (Christ-Centered Addiction Restoration Services) 5k at Yowell Meadow Park. Please review the application and provide any comments by Thursday, February 12th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you Sandy Sandy Puryear, CZA Planner Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street, Suite 301 Culpeper VA 22701 (540) 829-8260 (phone) (540) 829-8279 (fax) 1 Page 62 of 73 Page 63 of 73 Page 64 of 73 Page 65 of 73 Page 66 of 73 Page 67 of 73 Page 68 of 73 Town of Culpeper Memo To: Parks and Recreation Commission Members From: Sandy Puryear, Town Planner Date: 01/26/2026 Re: Proposed Bylaw Changes ___________________________________________________________________________ Per your request, I have provided discussion items for the proposed bylaw changes. This proposed change would pertain to adding a student(s) representative to the Commission.  Adding two non-voting student positions to the Commission. This would allow for a student from Culpeper and Eastern View High School to be able to represent the students of Town of Culpeper.  Adding one non-voting student position to the Commission. This would allow one student to represent the entire student body for Town of Culpeper.  Should the individual(s) serving be a resident of the Town?  How long should the individual’s term last?  Page 1 Page 69 of 73 Town of Culpeper Memo To: Parks and Recreation Commission Members From: Sandy Puryear, Town Planner Date: 01/26/2026 Re: Proposed Bylaw Changes ___________________________________________________________________________ Per your request, I have provided discussion items for the proposed bylaw changes. This proposed change would pertain to adding a differently abled representative to the Commission.  Should the position be filled by an individual who is differently abled or by a local organization that represents the differently abled community?  Should the individual serving be a resident of the Town?  Recommend not changing the bylaws to add a differently abled representative.  Page 1 Page 70 of 73 Major Events Guidebook - homework Town of Culpeper Question? Should the Town offer two separate forms? 1. For Major Events (could include fields and pavilions) 2. For general pavilion and field rentals Additions - Page 3: Under application submission – A method to advertise “at least 60 days in advance of the proposed event”, so the public understands the time schedule. Under approval process – #3 Application Review:  Approval add; “at its next scheduled meeting”. Question: Does the applicants original request date be honored?  Presentation – highlight; The Applicant will present the proposed… After the first sentence – Parks and Recreation Commission add; at its next scheduled meeting. Question: should age and proof of residency be included General Information - page 6: #1. Under Layout –  Add: open field spaces #3. Compliance Question: Should a pre-event decibel tester be used if music is played?  Add: Applicants must have issued rental permit to verify rental if requested by Culpeper Police or any Town staff member. Page 71 of 73 Additions-page 6 to be considered:  Applicants must be 21 years or older  All signs, balloons, streamers and other items must be taken down after each event. Signs cannot be attached to any trees, light poles, or existing park signage. Park signage shall not be blocked in any way.  List what facilities are ADA accessible  Applicant hereby guarantees and assumes full and exclusive responsibility for the safety of persons and property of all participants and activities including, without limitation, players participants, staff officials, agents or lessee, spectators and member of the public in attendance at either activity contemplated hereby, or actually conducted by the Applicant.  Applicant agrees to notify and request permission for the sale of items including but not limited to tickets, goods or services, or if admission fees are sold or collected at said event. ???  Applicant is responsible for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, as it relates to the event, performance, and services to be provided in relation to the event for individuals with disabilities.  Applicant agrees to reimburse the Town of Culpeper for any damage of public property as a result of the Applicant’s use of the facility.  Applicant and guests shall not exclude anyone in participation, deny anyone benefit of, or otherwise subject anyone to discrimination because of the person’s race, color, national origin, age or disability.??? Food and Beverage Concessions – page 6: Question: Should there be included a Hold Harmless Agreement? Addition-Page 6 for consideration As in General Information above and is listed in Sanitation section #3 – may want to reference again as a reminder that a reimbursement fee maybe assessed for Town clean-up. Traffic – page 7 #2. Parking: Add: Information of additional parking in County parking lot. Must inquire with the County for availability. Add: Designated parking for handicapped (on location park map and in print). Page 72 of 73 Security and Safety Procedures – page 7 Addition – Page 7 for consideration  Pets must be kept on a leash no longer than six (6) feet and remain under control of their handler while on Town property. Pet owners are responsible for pick-up, bag and placement of pet feces in the appropriate containers. Service and Fees-page 8 Question: Besides $100 administration fee, are there fees for pavilions, fields, etc. and resident, non-resident? Is the administration fee refundable? Quick Checklist – page 12 Addition – Page 12 for consideration  Add check blocks to include pavilions, ballfields, open fields or courts Page 73 of 73

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