Durand Union Station
P.O.Box 106
200 Railroad Street
Durand, MI 48429
Office Hours:
Tuesday to Friday
9 AM to 5 PM
Telephone:
(989)288-3561
Fax:
(989)288-3494
Email:
Durand Union Station
Durand Union Station
Facility Use Policy
Adopted 8/3/04
The Durand Union Station (DUSI) building and grounds shall not be used for any unlawful purpose. Lessee must agree that it will not practice, advocate or permit discrimination based on race, creed, color, sex, age, disability or national origin. Service animals are the only animals allowed inside the building.
The Lessee will be provided a complimentary one year membership to DUSI upon execution of a rental contract. (If not already a member)
Events sponsored by DUSI have scheduling priority and all other events are considered on a case-by-case basis.
All events must be scheduled with the Museum Director/DUSI Representative.
Lessee must discuss or submit written plans for building use to the Museum
Director/DUSI Representative prior to signing rental contract.
Events include weddings, rehearsal dinners, receptions, showers, birthday
or anniversary parties, luncheons, dinners, and business meetings.
Exceptions to the named events are at the discretion of the
Museum Director/DUSI Representative, following Board approval.
The reservation is not guaranteed until the signed and dated contract,
along with appropriate fees, is received in our office within 10 days
of the reservation. Lessee and guests will have access only to areas
specified on the contract.
Current rental fees and security deposits are outlined on the Rental
Price List with full payment due 30 days prior to the event. If full
payment is not received 30 days prior, event is subject to cancellation
with all deposits forfeited. There is a $25.00 non-refundable fee for
all events. DUSI reserves the right to modify rental rates for
organizations entering into long-term agreements.
The lessee is liable for all damages, expenses, and thefts or property
loss caused by any person who attends, participates in, or provides
goods and services connected with the lessee's use of the building and
all tangible property. Such costs will be assessed and charged to the
lessee and/or deducted from the security deposit. Replacement value may
be used by DUSI to determine the damage cost charged.
Deposits will be returned within 20 days of the event if required
cleanup was done and no damages were incurred. Additional cleanup fees
at $35.00 per hour or damages will be deducted from the deposit with
the difference billed.
All cancellations must be done in writing and approved by both parties.
DUSI reserves the right to cancel the reservation for circumstances
beyond their control returning the full security deposit.
DUSI reserves the right to cancel the reservation immediately, with
stated deposit forfeiture, if it is determined the request contained
any misrepresentation or failed to observe the Rental Contract contents.
Lessee cancellations of 31 days or more will forfeit one-half of their
deposit. Lessee cancellations of 15 to 30 days will forfeit the entire
deposit. Lessee cancellations of 14 days of less will be charged for
the entire balance of the quoted fee.
Events that will disrupt the DUSI public areas during regular hours
of operation (1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday) will be considered on a
case-by-case basis. The building is closed on all major holidays.
All events must be concluded by 10 p.m. with the building being vacated
by that time. Exceptions may be made for two-day events with prior
Museum Director/DUSI Representative approval.
Revenue generated by the DUSI Gift Shop supports the programs and mission of the Railroad History Museum Henry Earle Riggs Library and Margaret Zdunic Archives. Therefore, sales of any products including books or magazines, videos or DVD's, CD's or tapes, apparel, and etc. by any group other than the Michigan Railroad History Museum shop are strictly prohibited in the building or on the grounds of DUSI without the approval of the Museum Director/DUSI Representative.
According to Durand City ordinances, no alcoholic beverages or gambling are allowed anywhere on DUSI property.
To stay in compliance with Durand City ordinances, entertainment must be approved by Museum Director/DUSI Representative.
Decorations must be approved by the Museum Director/DUSI representative
15 days prior to the event with lessee providing and removing their own
decorations.
Lessees or their service providers may setup 2 hours prior to the event,
unless other arrangements have been made with the Museum Director/DUSI
Representative.
Items rented from DUSI will be left accessible to lessees and are to be
returned to said location upon completion of event.
No tape (including adhesive, masking, duct or packaging), glue, nails,
tacks or staples may be used on walls, floors, ceiling or fixtures.
Lessee will be responsible for any damages resulting from using these items.
Floor mats are available to cover cords. Cup hooks are on window and door
frames on the second floor (a ladder must be used to affix or remove any
decorations).
No smoke effects, explosives or pyrotechnics are allowed inside the building,
and are allowed outside by permission only from the City of Durand.
Confetti, glitter, rice, birdseed, etc. are prohibited anywhere on City of
Durand property. Bubbles are not allowed inside the building.
A unity candle is allowed for a wedding ceremony. All other candles must be in glass enclosures and supervised at all times. No other unprotected flames are allowed except for food warming devices.
All floral arrangements and plant matter brought into the building must be clean and pest free.
DUSI displays and exhibits periodically change throughout the year.
Furniture or fixtures are not to be removed or altered without prior
approval of the Museum Director/DUSI Representative. Only an authorized
DUSI representative may reposition property of DUSI. Children must be
supervised at all times.
Climbing on the roof is prohibited except in an emergency.
No windows will be opened.
Thermostats may only be adjusted by the on duty volunteer.
Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the Durand Union Station. Smoking is allowed outside so long as smoking materials are properly disposed of in designated containers.
An area is designated for parking for Amtrak passengers. Lessees may choose to provide a parking attendant to maximize the available parking space. With prior approval from the City of Durand, parking is available on Main Street across the tracks from the depot (crossing of the tracks is prohibited with persons being subject to fines by the railroad; providing a shuttle/valet service will be required.)
Food and beverage arrangements are the responsibility
of the lessee and allowed only in areas designated in the contract.
The Museum Director/DUSI Representative, the lessee, and the caterer must
meet prior to the event. Approved caterers must provide DUSI with a copy
of their liability insurance.
A catering preparation room is available for prep work only. Linens,
cleanup items or other items necessary for food service preparation must
be provided by lessee or caterer.
Some tables and chairs are available to rent from DUSI and are described in the Rental Contract. All other equipment and supplies must be obtained by the lessee at their expense from appropriate providers. DUSI will not assume liability for such items delivered or stored on the premises and must be removed immediately following an event, unless other arrangements have been made with the Museum Director/DUSI Representative.
Cleanup must be completed by the lessee and/or service providers within one hour after the event ends. The building and grounds must be cleared of debris and trash; a dumpster is available. If additional cleaning is necessary, rates will be assessed in accordance with the Rental Contract.
A DUSI volunteer is to be on duty during all events to oversee the usage of the depot, provide support and/or assistance or answer questions about the depot. They are not expected to assist with the event. If additional volunteers are necessary, a fee of $20 per hour per representative will be charged.
Security personnel may be required at lessee's expense to maintain the safe environment which DUSI attempts to provide. Any party will indemnify DUSI against all liability costs, including attorney's fees, which arise in connection with the use of the building or its property, except that which results from negligence or willful misconduct of DUSI, its employees, volunteers agents, or subcontractors.
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