Poquoson, VA · City of Poquoson
Picnic Shelter Use Reservation Form & Agreement
Residents use this form to request a Poquoson picnic shelter and agree to follow the city’s park rules during their event.
What this form is
Use this form to request a picnic shelter at a Municipal Park, South Lawson, or Messick Point Two-Tree Park for a gathering. It asks for the applicant or organization’s contact details, requested dates and times, event type, expected attendance, and vendor information. The applicant signs and dates the agreement to accept responsibility for following park rules; some events may also require a Special Events Application.
Who needs it
Poquoson residents requesting a picnic shelter for an individual or organization’s gathering should complete this form.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the applicant and Parks and Recreation staff sign and date the form.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Picnic Shelter Use Reservation Form & Agreement.
- 2
Complete The Form
Choose a shelter and provide applicant details, requested dates and times, event information, and vendor details if applicable.
- 3
Gather Any Attachments
If vendors or contractors will be present, gather the required proof of insurance; the form says it must be provided at least 72 hours before shelter use.
- 4
Submit The Form
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Picnic Shelter Use Reservation Form?
- No. The applicant and Parks and Recreation staff sign and date the form; it has no notary block.
- How do I submit the picnic shelter reservation form?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
- What information does the reservation form ask for?
- It asks for contact details, requested dates and times, event type, expected attendance, and whether outside vendors or contractors will be present.
- Do events with vendors need additional documents?
- The form says vendors or contractors must provide proof of at least $1,000,000 in general liability insurance naming the City of Poquoson as additionally insured.