Text Box: Parade participants will line up on Freeman Street. Check-in with Parade Desk by Telephone Co Building & Central Elem. for your starting location no later than 8:30 AM.
DUNCANVILLE LIONS CLUB

2009 Parade Application

July 4th 9:00AM

“City of Champions – Past, Present & Future”
 
 

Parade check-in opens at 7:00 AM and the parade will begin promptly at 9:00 AM.Please check-in at Parade Desk located by the NW corner of Central Elementary (corner of Freeman and Merrill) by 8:15 AM to ensure your position in the lineup.To be eligible to be judged for awards you must be in place by 8:15 AM.Late arrivals may be assigned to the rear section of the parade.Due to safety reasons, we ask that participants do not throw candy or other items or walk along the parade route to pass out materials as this slows down the parade.In addition, stopping in the middle of the parade to perform cannot be allowed as this also slows down the parade.


 

If you have any questions contact Parade Chairpersons:   John Moore  john@swdallasrealtor.com  972-437-0484 or Don McBurnett donpmcb1@sbcglobal.net 972-296-4179 


 

Entry fee is $10 for one space (40 ft length max. – such as one pickup w/trailer, one marching group, 2 automobiles, 1 semi-trailer truck); additional adjoining spaces are $5.Entry deadline: Wednesday, July 2 at 5:00pm.Entries received after July 2nd will be $15.Late entries will be accepted the day of the parade until 8:00 AM with the appropriate late fee and will be assigned to the last part of the parade.

PARADE RULES AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
required by the City of Duncanville
General Safety Guidelines
  •  Each parade float (entry) shall have a designated Float Chairperson.  The Float Chairperson must submit a completed Float Chairperson Letter of Acknowledgement and shall be responsible for adherence to all safety regulations during parade operation.
  •  Each parade participating group is responsible for their own safety as well as the safety of the public audience around them.
  •  All participants must follow directions from authorized parade and law enforcement officials.  This includes all uniformed public safety personnel and anyone else identifiable as a parade official.
  •  Drivers and the floats or vehicles they are operating will be removed from the parade if they fail to safely control their vehicle or operate their vehicle in a manner deemed unsafe by a representative of the City, Police Department, or Fire Department.
  •  Any unsafe or troublesome conditions along the parade route should be brought to the attention of a parade official immediately.
 
Parade Floats, Vehicles, and Other Entries
  •  Floats/vehicles should be constructed in dimensions that do not interfere with traffic control devices, roadway lighting, private property, etc.
  •  Float trailer vehicles must be equipped with a reliable hitch and safety tow chains that are in good repair and adequate to control the drawn load.
  •  A sturdy means of support to be constructed of wood or metal must be provided for each person riding on the float.  Participants may not ride on hoods, fenders or side rails of any vehicle.
  •  All motorized vehicles in the parade must be driven by a driver 18 years of age or older who holds a current valid license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of Texas and proof of insurance.
  •  All drivers are prohibited from being under the influence of any substance that would impair their judgment or driving ability whether that substance be prescribed by a physician, an over the counter drug, alcohol, or an illicit drug.
  •  Drivers shall not participate in any activity that will distract from their driving of the float or vehicle, i.e. eating, talking on cell phone, etc.
  •  All floats or vehicles must remain in their assigned position during the duration of the parade.
  •  Parade floats and other entries should not stop unless the entire parade has otherwise stopped.
  •  If a float or vehicle becomes disabled during the parade, the driver shall move that float or vehicle as far right on the roadway as possible so that the remainder of the parade can pass safely.  If the driver is able to return the float or vehicle to a drivable condition and the end of the parade has not yet passed, the driver shall wait until the end of the parade passes and then may rejoin the parade at the end.  If the driver is unable to render the float or vehicle drivable before the end of the parade passes, the driver shall make arrangements for all participants riding on the float or vehicle to be transported to a safe place and then make arrangements for the float or vehicle to be removed.
  •  Any float with participants predominantly thirteen (13) years old and younger must have adult supervision present on the float at all times and one (1) adult safety walker posted on each side of the float at all times.
  •  Walking units with participants predominantly thirteen (13) years old and younger must have one (1) adult safety member in front and one (1) adult safety member in the rear of the walking unit.
  •  No participants will be permitted to ride on the float or vehicle or in a position in violation of the State Transportation Code, and/or local ordinances, to the beginning point of the parade or when leaving the ending point of the parade.
  •  Entries with horses or animals of any kind should provide people to perform immediate excrement removal.
  •  All animals in the parade must be kept on leashes and held by someone strong enough to manage them.
  •  It is recommended that all parade floats/vehicles be equipped with a fire extinguisher readily marked and available.
 
Participants
  •  Once the float is in motion, persons shall not mount or dismount the float.
  •  All participants riding on a float or vehicle must remain seated at all times during the parade.
  •  Throwing of items from parade participants is not allowed and will be strictly enforced.  Handing out candy or objects to parade spectators is      permitted by walkers only.
  •  Participants may not solicit parade spectators to enter the parade route.
  •  Participants under eighteen (18) years of age on bicycles, scooters, skates, skateboards, etc. must wear a helmet and proper safety equipment.
RETURN BOTTOM PORTION WITH ENTRY FEE(s)(keep upper portion for your information on day of parade)
 
 

The undersigned hereby releases the Duncanville Lions Club, its volunteers, and the City of Duncanville from any claim, action, demand or liability arising out of any accident or conduct of any nature of the 4th of July Committee Members, or its agents in connection with the parade.The undersigned understands that refunds will not be made due to inclement weather or natural disaster nor will refunds be granted after July 2, 2009.All requests for refunds must be made in writing.The 4th of July Committee has the right to refuse any entry.No protests or demonstrations will be allowed.I also understand if a parade participant throws items, responsibility lies solely with the sponsoring organization of that parade entry and it shall assume all liability.

Signature:___________________________________Date:_______________ Email Contact Address:______________________________

MAIL ENTRIES AND FEES TO:
Duncanville Lions Club – Parade Entry, PO Box 381055, Duncanville, TX75138
Or entries may be delivered in person to: Chamber of Commerce, 300 E. Wheatland Road
or Lois Cathey at Red Bird Bowling Lanes, 1114 S Main