HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2026 - 12 Eagle Park Use Policy
Resolution 2026 – 12
WHEREAS, the City of Rexburg owns, operates, and maintains Eagle Park for the use and enjoyment of residents, visitors, and the general public; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to ensure that Eagle Park is operated and maintained in a manner that protects the health, safety, and welfare of park and campground users, neighboring
properties, City employees, emergency responders, and the general public; and
WHEREAS, the City has identified safety, security, sanitation, maintenance, and operational concerns associated with the use of Eagle Park that warrant the adoption of clear and consistent
standards governing the use of the campground; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that adoption of an Eagle Park Campground Use Policy is a reasonable and appropriate exercise of the City's authority to manage City-owned property and
is necessary to promote the health, safety, welfare, and orderly use of the park and surrounding area;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REXBURG, IDAHO, that Eagle Park Campground Use Policy listed as follows is hereby adopted and shall govern
the use and operation of Eagle Park.
Eagle Park Campground Use Rules
1. Camping Season.
Camping at Eagle Park Campground shall be permitted annually from April 15 through October 15.
2. Permitted Camping Days and Park Hours.
Overnight camping shall be permitted only on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights. On all other days, Eagle Park shall be limited to day use only and shall close at 11:00 p.m., consistent
with the operating hours of other City parks.
3. Camping Permit and Payment Required.
All persons camping at Eagle Park Campground must obtain and pay for a camping permit before occupying a campsite. Payment may be made electronically through the City’s designated payment
system or in person at Rexburg City Hall during regular business hours.
The camping permit must be clearly displayed at the campsite throughout the camper’s stay. Any person found camping without a valid, properly displayed permit may be required to immediately
vacate the campsite and the campground.
4. Law Enforcement Patrols.
The City will coordinate with the Rexburg Police Department to provide regular nighttime patrols of Eagle Park Campground to promote compliance with campground rules and to address public
safety concerns.
Passed by the City Council and approved by the Mayor this 2nd day of September 2026.
CITY OF REXBURG, MADISON COUNTY, IDAHO
BY:
Jerry L. Merrill, Mayor
ATTEST:
Deborah Lovejoy, City Clerk