7 Del. Admin. Code § 9201-18.0

Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 5, November 1, 2024

Section 9201-18.0 - Public Assemblies, Meetings, Distribution and Posting of Printed Matter- Environmental D Violation

18.1 In order to maintain the recreational nature of State Parks as a haven for the public from the rigors of work and the commercial environment, and to promote the State's interest in its concessions and sales to the public, no commercial advertising by the distribution or posting of printed matter, other than by the State or its concessionaires, shall be permitted in State Parks.

18.2 Public meetings, assemblies, gatherings, demonstrations and/or the distribution or posting of printed matter are permitted on lands administered by the Division provided that a permit or approval to do so has been issued by the Director.

18.3 A Division Special Use Permit shall be completed and set forth the name of the applicant, the name of the organization (if any), the date, time, duration and the number of persons expected to attend or participate, the location of the proposed distribution or posting of printed matter, and a statement designating the equipment and facilities to be used in connection therewith. The application shall be submitted to the Director at least 7 days in advance of the proposed event, distribution or posting.

18.4 Persons engaged in the distribution or posting of printed matter under this Section shall not obstruct or impede pedestrians or vehicles, harass visitors with physical contact or verbal demands, misrepresent the purposes or affiliations of those engaged in the distribution or misrepresent whether the printed matter is available without cost or donation.

18.5 A Special Use Permit may be revoked for violation of the terms or conditions of the permit, Park Regulations or Park Policies. Such a revocation shall be made in writing with the reason(s) for revocation clearly set forth, except under emergency circumstances, when an immediate verbal revocation or suspension may be made, to be followed by a written confirmation.

7 Del. Admin. Code § 9201-18.0

19 DE Reg. 854 (4/1/2016) (Final)