Eaton Rapids, MI · Eaton County
Parade Permit
Organizations use this form to request a parade permit from Eaton Rapids and agree to follow the event rules stated on the permit.
What this form is
The Parade Permit is for organizations planning a parade in Eaton Rapids. The form says to return it with a completed Special Events Permit Application at least 60 calendar days before the parade. It asks for organization and contact details, the parade route, event date and timing, estimated number of units, comments, and the signer’s name and signature.
Who needs it
An organization planning a parade in Eaton Rapids must complete and return this permit with a Special Events Permit Application.
How to submit it
Sign and return this permit with a completed Special Events Permit Application to City Hall at least 60 calendar days before the parade.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; it states no notarized attachment or sworn step.
How to submit this form
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Download the Permit
Download the Parade Permit PDF.
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Complete the Form
Provide the organization and contact information, route, event details, approximate number of units, and any comments.
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Gather the Required Application
Complete the Special Events Permit Application to return with the Parade Permit.
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Sign and Submit
Sign and return both documents to City Hall at least 60 calendar days before the parade.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Parade Permit?
- No. The form calls for a signature and date, but it does not require a notary or state that an attachment or related step must be notarized or sworn.
- How do I submit the Parade Permit?
- Sign and return the permit to City Hall with a completed Special Events Permit Application at least 60 calendar days before the parade.
- What information does the Parade Permit ask for?
- It asks for the organization and contact details, parade route, event date, start time, duration, approximate number of units, comments, and the signer’s name and signature.
- What rules does the signer agree to follow?
- The signer agrees to help enforce the Special Event Policy rules. The form says nothing may be thrown from a vehicle and the applicant must clean up candy or flyers left along the route.