Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 9, September 20, 2024
A.
Special Use. Any function requiring special or restricted use of any facility
or area within an OSP site must be approved by the assistant secretary and the
fee for such will be computed on a negotiated rate unless otherwise
established. Special use for an organized group event (e.g. weddings,
tournaments, fundraiser, runs/walks, etc.) will typically require a facility
use agreement (FUA). The determination for the requirement of a FUA will be
made by the assistant secretary. Written request for special use of a facility
must be received at the Office of State Parks, P.O. Box 44426, Baton Rouge, LA
70804-4426 at least 30 days prior to the scheduled event. No telephone requests
are accepted.
B. Use Restrictions
1. Activities and uses of state historic
sites are limited to those appropriate to the significance of each site as
defined by the master plan and interpretive prospectus of the unit.
2. It is necessary that development on a
state historic site be limited to that which is essential for visitor
accommodation and enjoyment of the area's theme or feature. Day-use facilities
will be limited to activities that do not conflict with the historical theme of
the site, and confined to section(s) set aside for such purposes. Historic
zones will be established to protect the resource and insure appropriate use of
each state historic site. Space outside of the historic zone(s) and maintenance
area(s) may be set aside for recreational use at the discretion of the site
manager.
3. The atmosphere created
on the historic site is as important as the artifactual evidence. In order that
the greater interest and primary function of the area be served, it is
necessary to restrict certain incompatible activities from the sites. Any sport
or recreational activity that does not contribute to a greater understanding of
the theme of the area is prohibited within all historical zones of any state
historic site. Recreation zones appropriate for such use may be designated by
the site manager if space permits.
4. It has also been determined that the use
of state historic sites for such activities and events as fairs, circuses,
carnivals, amusement rides, and other promoter sponsored, commercial activities
and events is not deemed in the best interest of the state historic sites. Such
uses fail to achieve the intent outlined in the preservation purpose and may
increase the potential for serious damage to the quality and character of the
area, adversely affecting the experience of the visitor. However, at Rebel
State Historic Site, musical events sponsored by promoters will be permitted
with the approval of the assistant secretary or his designee. In addition,
PowWows will be allowed, where appropriate, with the approval of the assistant
secretary or his designee.
5.
Organizations, such as historical societies, friends groups or service groups,
offering support to any OSP site, may be permitted to conduct special functions
at a site if a written request is made and written permission is obtained from
the assistant secretary. Such functions may not be specifically for the benefit
of an individual, but must be held to benefit the site, either directly or
indirectly, by generating greater public awareness of the site or of the area's
history, or to assist the agency in the fulfillment of its mission and
purposes.
C. Passenger
Bus Restrictions
1. In an effort to facilitate
control of the day-use carrying capacity for OSP sites, no buses nor occupants
thereof shall be admitted to OSP sites for any day-use activities on weekends
or holidays during the period Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, except by
special permit. This restriction shall not apply to state historic
sites.
2. Special Bus Use Permits.
Any access to OSP sites (excluding state historic sites), by bus transportation
on weekends or holidays during the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day
will require a special bus use permit. The application for the permit must be
submitted to the site manager at least three days prior to the proposed use
date along with the group's proof of $1,000,000 liability insurance and proof
of $500,000 automobile or bus liability insurance. Children traveling to OSP
sites must be chaperoned by adults. The permit, if approved, does not cover
other special day-use charges (rental pavilions, etc.).
D. Use of OSP sites for commercial
film-making, videography, or commercial still photography including but not
limited to the production of motion picture, television programs, video or
print advertising commercials, or commercial video tapings, any of which
involves the exclusive use and occupancy of OSP property and/or facilities must
be arranged and negotiated with the Office of State Parks administrative
office, public information officer for location agreement.
1. Such use shall only be permitted in
accordance with a signed location agreement. Each location agreement is unique
depending on the site, the proposed use, and other relevant factors and is
negotiated accordingly. Contact the Office of State Parks' administrative
office, public information officer for location agreement.
2. Exempt from this rule and policy are
photographers and videographers who enter OSP property at the request of the
DCRT, in response to a press release, or otherwise; to cover an event, conduct
interviews, capture footage of the OSP site or program, or else to gather
information for a news or feature story or DCRT project.
AUTHORITY NOTE:
Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 56:1681-1690 and
R.S.
36:204.
