1. Member’s Acceptance of Rules and Policies

Upon acceptance of this application, Member agrees to terms and conditions of this Agreement. Member has reviewed membership rights and privileges and agrees to abide by all rules and policies of the New Ulm Rec Center (subject to change without notice). Member agrees to use this facility at their own risk and to adhere to any applicable Executive Order or similar orders that apply to City Property or the member’s activities, including but not limited physical distance, face coverings and applicable gathering limits.  

2. Administrative Fees - Member is required to pay admin fee to set up monthly ACH Payments and shall be included in the monthly fee. 

3. Initial Annual Membership

• Fees are prorated and charged to member’s credit card every 30 days for 12 consecutive payments unless membership is paid in full.

• In order to be eligible for household membership, each person must be living full time at the same residence. Staff reserves the right to verify residency via drivers license or some other identification.

• At conclusion of initial year, member may choose to purchase monthly membership which will be charged to credit card every 30 days until member requests to cancel
• Cancellations are to be confirmed by Park and Rec Admin staff.

4. All debt owed to the City of New Ulm must be paid in full prior to extending additional credit through automatic payments.

5. Rec Center Dues/Building Closure

• Member shall pay membership dues.
• Obligation to pay is not dependent on availability of all facilities.
• Repairs/maintenance may necessitate restricted use of facility areas or temporarily closures which will not reduce or suspend Member’s obligation to pay dues.

6. Insurance Reimbursement - Qualified Member is responsible for meeting requirements of insurance reimbursement program, including recording visits.

7. Memberships are non-refundable - In the event the customer decides to discontinue membership, they are still responsible for monthly installment payments until membership is paid in full, unless other arrangements are made, due to extenuating circumstance.

8. Involuntary Termination - City of New Ulm reserves the right to terminate membership at any time, for member’s failure to comply with rules/regulations adopted or for improper conduct.  

9. Medical Examination - Members are strongly encouraged to consult and follow their physician’s recommendations regarding all forms of exercise.

10. Proper Attire and Equipment is required; shirts and shoes are required in all public areas. Dry, clean athletic footwear is required on courts, track or in fitness centers.

11. Lockers - no personal belongings shall be left in lockers overnight; anything left will be removed and disposed.

12. Zero Tolerance Negative Conduct Policy is strictly enforced and staff is sole judge of what constitutes negative conduct.  If caught, member may be required to leave building and grounds, either temporarily or permanently with no refund. If necessary New Ulm Police may be asked to enforce. 

13. Assumption of Risk, Release, & Indemnity 

• Facilities, equipment, services and programs are designed to provide safe level of beneficial exercise and enjoyment
• You understand there are no lifeguard(s) on duty during adult lap swim, that you are swimming at your own risk and that you must be at least 18 to attend adult lap swim.
• Use involves risk of injury, whether you or someone else causes it
• Risks include, but are not limited to:
• injuries arising from use of exercise equipment, classes or machines
• injuries arising from participation in supervised or unsupervised activities and programs
• injuries or medical disorders resulting from exercising
• accidental injuries within facilities, including, but not limited to, locker rooms, showers and dressing rooms
• You agree that if you suffer damage or injury, including, but without limitation, personal, bodily or mental injury, economic loss or any damage, including theft, to you, your spouse, children, guest or anyone else using the facilities and loss or theft of personal property; the City of New Ulm is not responsible and agree to hold the city harmless and waive any right to make claims or lawsuits against the City or anyone working on behalf of the City for injuries or damages related to the alleged negligence of the City. Our participation in these activities is voluntary and I/we understand the effect of this waiver on my/our legal rights.
• By agreeing to this membership, you acknowledge you carefully read the terms, agree to all terms and conditions and understand it is a release of liability and that you express assumption of risk and indemnity.
• Signee agrees to accept financial responsibility for all individuals listed on membership

Applies To:

• Rec Center Punch Card Memberships General Rec Center Punch Card (12 Punches)