FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions

General Operating Hours During the summer season are 12:00pm-8:00pm 7 days a week.

From 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., with the exception of Rudy Rada Skatepark which closes at midnight.

The Municipal Court is the judicial branch of City government. The City of Pendleton's Municipal Court processes City ordinance violations, State statute violations, and traffic violations generated by the City's Police Department. For more information call (541) 966-0209.

The County Courthouse deals with issues related to Umatilla County. For more information call (541)276-7111.

The new policy, set into ordinance by City Council as Ordinance 2645, states “Tobacco prohibited. No person shall use tobacco products, nor shall they smoke, aerosolize, or vaporize tobacco or any other inhalants, or carry a lighted smoking instrument or activated inhalant delivery system in all public places on all public parks properties, including city-owned cemeteries.” The full ordinance can be viewed at the link above.

In short, it means that no tobacco products, including cigarettes, e-cigarettes, “vapes,” smokeless tobacco, and so on, can be used on any park property including the Riverfront Plaza, the River Parkway, Olney Cemetery, and all park parking lots.

2024 Admission Rates are $7.00 for ages 3+, free for 2 years and under with a paying adult.

2024 Season Passes are $50 per person. (we are no longer doing a group family pass rate, for more information on this see the "are you still offering a family pass" FAQ.

Early bird purchase:

February 12th - March 31st 20% off

April 1st-June 7th 10% off

For low income passes, please fill out the Aquatic Center Application for Financial Assistance (link below) and submit the necessary paperwork to the Recreation Center office at 510 SW Dorion Ave.

This information can be found on this website under City Departments-->Community Development-->Planning Department.

The ordinance went into effect on November 17, 2017. The first six months include an education period, which means no citations will be issued for violations of the ordinance.

Not all park restrooms and water fountains are winterized and we do have an unfortunate vandalism and damage problem in several park restrooms. Therefore, some restrooms are only open seasonally. Pendleton Parks and Rec makes a concerted effort to keep as many restrooms open as long as possible each day and throughout the year.

Dogs are allowed in all City parks, but pet owners must follow City Ordinance 2645, Sec. C. Dogs, which outlines the responsibility of pet owners to keep theirs dogs on a leash and in control at all time and to pick up dog waste.

Ordinance 2645, Sec. C. Dogs: No person shall permit any dog to run at large within any public park and all dogs shall be kept in control on leash at all times. Owners of dogs or other animals shall remove their animal's waste when it is deposited within any park or on any public walking surface.

Yes, we take debit and credit cards.

Zoning is designed to protect the health and safety of a community as well as to protect property values. Zoning allows people to know what they can build or do, and what they can expect to be built or done next door. Very few people would like to have a rendering plant located next to their apartment building or a guy working on cars 24/7 in his back yard. Zoning provides a reasonable assurance that incompatible uses will not be located in close proximity to one another, while also ensuring that each of those uses is allowed somewhere.

Zoning implements a community’s vision for the future. Zoning is a local activity and is responsive to local needs. Citizen input is sought through the seven community members who serve on the Planning Commission and the nine citizens who serve as Mayor and City Council. In order to allow the community the opportunity to testify on discretionary matters concerning land use issues, the City pays to publish legal notices in the East Oregonian on all land use matters to be heard by the Planning Commission and City Council. City staff also works to involve community members when changes to local codes are considered.

Building inspections and zoning help maintain property values as well as make our community a safe place in which to live.

Everyone, all park staff and visitors are prohibited from using tobacco products anywhere on City of Pendleton park properties.

A building permit is required for all buildings greater than 200 sq. ft. For residential, a building permit is not required for buildings less than 200 sq. ft. and not attached to another building. For commercial, a building permit is not required for buildings less than 120 sq. ft. and not attached to another building. These buildings must meet all setback requirements.

For more information call the Building Department at 541 966-0205.

Pendleton Parks and Recreation has a tobacco-free (cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, vapes, e-cigarettes, etc.) policy on all Pendleton Parks and Recreation property including the River Parkway and Olney Cemetery.

Visit our Tobacco-Free Parks FAQ for more information

The phone number is 541-276-0104, but it will be answered only during open hours (noon-8pm). If you need to speak to someone in the morning hours, call the Parks Office at 541-276-8100.

No tobacco products, including cigarettes, e-cigarettes, “vapes,” smokeless tobacco, and so on, can be used on any park property including the Riverfront Plaza, River Parkway, Olney Cemetery, and all park parking lots.

These substances are already covered in existing State of Oregon laws. It is illegal to use alcohol or marijuana in public places. It is illegal to use methamphetamines anywhere.

Alcohol: http://www.oregon.gov/OLCC/pages/index.aspx

Marijuana: http://www.oregon.gov/olcc/marijuana/Pages/FAQs-Personal-Use.aspx 

For more information about all parks, see the Park Amenities Matrix. For specific information about an individual park, see the individual park page, which has full details on shelters, playgrounds, restrooms, ADA accommodations, and more.

The Aquatic Center is located at 1900 NW Carden, next to Pendleton High School. The easiest route from I-84 is to take exit 207, follow signs toward City Center via Westgate Road (Hwy 30). Turn left at the first traffic light onto Northgate (Hwy 37) and take the next right to Carden Avenue.

Anyone with a Pendleton address can get a free library card.

Many people ask why they need a building permit. They contend they own their property and should be able to do with it as they please. The main reason for a building permit is to make sure the building is safe, and recently the safety portion has converged with energy efficient building. A building, especially a home, is expected to last at least 100 years. The builder, contractor, or owner will not be around forever. The property will change hands, and it is a social responsibility to make sure the building is built in a safe manner for future owners. For example, an older couple may not be concerned about the space between the posts on a railing but for a family with small kids this is very important. Then, of course, we want to make sure the rafters will stay up for 100 years!

Lenders also want to be sure that both the original construction and any improvements made over the years meet certain standards. Banks don’t want to lend money to purchase property that does not meet minimum standards for health and safety, not to mention longevity. Would you lend someone money to buy a house without any assurance that it was built well?

A home that is built “to code,” or better, will last a long time and will use a lot less energy over its lifetime. It should also require less maintenance in both the short and the long run. A house that is well-built, to code, is worth more than one that isn’t.

The City of Pendleton charges for building permits based on State of Oregon standard rates. A home with a construction value of $200,000 would have an approximate total building permit and plan review fee of $1,800. This includes the charges for the heating and cooling systems inspections, electrical inspections that are done by the State and the plumbing inspections done by a firm hired by the City, and surcharges imposed by the State to operate the State building codes division.

Children must be 11 years or older to come to the Aquatic Center without adult supervision.

Business licenses are required for anyone wishing to do business in Pendleton. In 2021, 1,121 licenses were issued, 322 of which were issued to businesses located outside city limits. Basic fees are currently $105 for businesses inside city limits and $165 for those outside. Of the funds received from the basic licenses, 75% goes to the Pendleton Economic Development Committee to fund the full time Economic Development Director position, and 25% goes to the Pendleton Convention Center.

An extra fee of $21 per employee is charged to businesses with over 5 employees. This is up to a maximum of $1,030 per business. This generates approximately $40,000 annually with one half of this going to the Convention Center and the other one half to the City.

About $140,000/year is received in regular business license fees, with the employee fee adding about $40,000 in total annually, for a total of $180,000 per year.

The business license is not a regulatory device and no background checks are done on applicants, except that contractors must add their contractor's license number to the application. The business license requirement does provide residents a measure of protection however. It gives the City information that can be followed up by the police department if illegal activity takes place. If a person comes to a resident's door trying to sell something, the resident should ask to see the business license before purchasing. Most people trying to work a scam will not take the time or trouble of registering with the city and asking to see their license may save the resident from paying for goods or services that the ‘salesperson’ never intended to render.

No. This policy does not take away individuals’ rights to choose to smoke or use tobacco. Instead, it asks tobacco users to refrain from smoking and using tobacco while visiting City parks.

Tobacco-free policies for outdoor recreational facilities and events do not restrict people from using these facilities or attending these events; rather, they aim to ensure that tobacco users refrain from using tobacco for the period of time that they are using the parks. This protects the public health rights of community members, especially children, who are also using these parks and facilities.

Bring a piece of picture ID with your current Pendleton mailing address, and fill out our application. If your picture ID is not current, bring it and something official (a rent receipt, a water bill, a checkbook, a paycheck stub) with your current Pendleton mailing address to fill out the application.

Yes, but you must have a permit from Pendleton Parks and Recreation and carry it on you when you are metal detecting. Permits are free, and you can get yours by visiting the Parks Office, 865 Tutuilla Road, and filling out a one-page form.

No. Tobacco use on any City of Pendleton park property is prohibited, including the parking lots, restrooms, and shelters. Employees and visitors must refrain from using tobacco until they leave our facilities, including parking areas.

Lodging taxes are imposed differently from one jurisdiction to another. In Pendleton 8% of the rate is charged to folks renting a motel/hotel room or an RV parking space. This is the TRT. Of the funds collected each quarter by the properties, city ordinance dictates that 14% goes to the Chamber specifically to promote and market Pendleton, 48% goes to the convention center, and 35% stays in the city’s general fund. The remaining 1.75% is set aside to fund public art projects and that portion amounts to about $11,000 per year. Hotels keep 7% of the funds they collect as payment for the time and effort to collect and report the TRT. Total receipts anticipated this year are $785,000.

The TPA is a separate item on invoices and is $1.50 per rented room night and fifty-cents per RV parking space rented per night. If a guest stays over 30 days, the assessment is discontinued. Sixty percent of the total tax collected is sent to the Pendleton Chamber of Commerce. The Pendleton Chamber of Commerce promotes the community with TPA collections through their Travel Pendleton Committee. The mission of the Travel Pendleton Committee is to promote, market and sell Pendleton as a destination to increase overnight stays. The remaining 40% of the TPA funds to to the Pendleton Convention Center for capital improvements. $200,000 is expected to be collected this year from the TPA.

The total anticipated revenue for 2009 for both TPA and TRT is $985,000. These funds are returned to the community through tourism promotion activities (advertising, marketing, publications, recruiting and hosting conventions, conferences, meetings, and sporting events) and by keeping the Visitor Center an effective ‘front door’ for Pendleton. These programs encourage more people to visit Pendleton, and stay a little longer.

There are no weather refunds. Staff will advise patrons as they enter if it appears that lightning storms are developing so that customers may decide for themselves whether to stay or come back some other time.

The first time you check out, you can have 5 items. We take a day to put your information into our computer. After that, you have a limit of 50 items!

When your application has been entered into our computer, you will be able to hold up to 9 items, from any library in the Sage system. You can even access your account online to search for and hold the items, though we are always pleased to do this for you at the library, too.

No. The City Attorney represents city government and cannot provide legal advice to individuals. There are links to helpful legal sites on the Legal Links page of the City Attorney's part of this web site.

For a six-month period ending April 17, 2018, education will be the sole method of enforcement. After that point, citations may be issues. However, issuing citations is not the goal of the ordinance. The goal of the ordinance is to eliminate tobacco use in public parks, and education is a more beneficial way to do that.

Tobacco users can assist with enforcement by choosing to smoke before or after using a public park. That is the best enforcement of the ordinance. If you have any questions about why this is best choice, see the information sheet regarding the effects of tobacco use below.

Enforcement will happen with courtesy and respect, with an emphasis on education and support. The primary method of enforcement will be education and asking for voluntary compliance. Community members are one of the best enforcement tools for a tobacco-free policy. Most people do not want to be exposed to secondhand smoke, and are willing to speak up if they are being exposed and know an ordinance is in place that is being violated.

Contact the front desk at the Aquatic Center to report lost passes.

Most of our items check out for three weeks. They can be renewed twice, if no other patron is waiting to check them out. Our DVD's and video games check out for one week, and may also be renewed twice. You can access your account online for renewals, or call us to renew things for you, or come in and talk to us in person (we always like that best).

We have three pools:

Our zero-depth leisure pool depth runs from 0’ to 4’,
50-meter pool, 79’ x 150’, with a depth that runs from 4’ to 6’, and a
Dive well, 25’ x 25’, with a depth of 5’-12’.

If you witness someone using tobacco, you have three options:

If comfortable, approach the tobacco-user and inform them of the tobacco-free policy. There is language below to assist you.
Report the violation to the Parks department, so they know where violations are occurring. Report the violation to the Police department, so they can assist in enforcing the ordinance. Please note that the Police department has advised that there is a priority system in place for dealing with reports to their department. Tobacco use will not take priority over more immediate needs. We want you to be aware of what to expect.
Neither approach the tobacco user nor report the violation to Parks of Police. Your choice in how to deal with the matter is based on your own personal comfort level.

It is important that all park users help maintain a tobacco-free environment by respectfully educating anyone who is observed using tobacco products while in the park.

Excuse me, I wanted to let you know that this, and all city parks are now tobacco-free. Please put out your cigarette. If you wish to continue smoking, please respect the policy and go off park grounds. Thank you.

I would appreciate it if you would consider Parks and Recreation’s goal to provide a healthy environment for everyone. I apologize for the inconvenience this may cause you. We ask that you respect the ordinance and not use tobacco in the park. Thank you.

Dealing with Resistance or Push-Back

When informing others of the policy, you may encounter resistance or push-back. Do not get into an argument. Walk away. If the patron knows of the policy and chooses not to comply, report the violation to the Parks department and/or the Police department. The city police can respond to a park violation, yet may not be able to respond in time to see the offense committed. Please report observed violations to the Parks and Recreation Department so we can better address the need for education and/or monitoring at specific park locations.

When reporting to Pendleton Parks and Recreation, you can call the front office at 541-276-8100 or email goplayppr [at] ci.pendleton.or.us (goplayppr[at]ci[dot]pendleton[dot]or[dot]us).

City Council Meetings are held every first and third Tuesday at the City Hall Council Chambers. They are at 7:00 pm and are open to the public.

Yes, the ordinance is always in effect.

All overdue items build fines at a rate of 20 cents per day, to a maximum amount of $5 per item.

Party Basic Price: $60

Bouncy House: $35

Nerf Set Up: $15

Loft Rental: $15

Glow in the Dark Package: $15

Within the historic district, electronic reader boards (including changeable message boards and variable message boards) are only allowed on buildings built after 1950 on SE/SW Second Street or SE/SW Third Street. These boards should have black backgrounds and may display lettering only. Some conditional use of electronic reader boards on Main and SE/SW First Street will be considered by the Historic Preservation Commission for theaters, cinemas, and churches.

Yes, sidewalk sandwich boards are allowed in the historic district.

Section 4.06 Signs within the Public Right of Way is a separate section of the Sign Code. It will continue to regulate sandwich board signs and there is nothing in the proposed language to prohibit these signs in an historic district. Staff has added an image of sandwich boards in the “Generally appropriate signs” section of the new language.

Colors are only regulated when one creates a mural.

No, we are no longer offering a family pass as structured in the past. But don't worry you can still get everyone in your family a pass to use the aquatic center this summer.

Why are you no longer offering family passes:

Historically the Pendleton Aquatic Center offered a family pass. This was a single purchase that covered up to 5 family members. Our customers told us this was a great deal for families with exactly 5 family members, but a single parent with one or two children, did not get to benefit from this deal. Therefore we set out to find a way to sell season passes that was fair to small and large families alike. A few years ago we changed to a system where customers would pay for a head of household, then each subsequent dependent paid a discounted rate. Last year the pricing on this was $100 for the head of household plus $30 for each dependent. This meant a family of 4 would pay $190 excluding any discounts. However, many people told us they found this system confusing. So this year we had the goal of finding a system that was fair for large and small families, and simple for everyone to understand. Therefore, we did away with the all of the different pricing levels for youth, adult, and family passes and instead created one single price point, $50 for each person who wants a season pass no matter who you are.

How does this compare to last year's pricing (excluding discounts)

Family of 2: Last years price would have been $130 ($100 head of household plus $30 for each dependent). This year's Price will be $100 ($50 per pass holder)

Family of 3: Last years price would have been $160 ($100 head of household plus $30 for each dependent). This year's Price will be $150 ($50 per pass holder)

Family of 4: Last years price would have been $190 ($100 head of household plus $30 for each dependent). This year's Price will be $200 ($50 per pass holder)

Family of 5: Last years price would have been $220 ($100 head of household plus $30 for each dependent). This year's Price will be $250 ($50 per pass holder)

Yes you can, just no glass or alcohol please. We also offer a snack booth that serves hot chocolate and other goodies.

Yes! Please make sure to stop by the ticket booth to pay for admission, which is just $3.

Yes, you can rent the ice rink for a private party, but it must be outside of public operating hours and depends on staff availability. Contact Jeff Hamilton at jeff.hamilton [at] ci.pendleton.or.us (jeff[dot]hamilton[at]ci[dot]pendleton[dot]or[dot]us) to inquire about private parties.

Yes, payment plans are available for families this year. These plans must be made in person or over the phone with our coordinator. Our office is located at 510 SW Dorion Ave and our office phone number is 541-966-0228.

Details for payment plans include:

10% discount for bulk registration (3+ months)
Not eligible for credits when participants do not attend, regardless of notice

Please also note that families who have been awarded scholarships for the program are not eligible for the 10% bulk registration discount.

Yes, you can. However we have a few new rules in place. There is no food allowed in the gym, however drinks with a lid are permitted. You will have 45 mins in our foundation room (the room below the gym) where you can have cake, ice cream, pizza or whichever your party desires. We also have a fridge and freezer to store anything you need to keep cold.

Yes, you can bring decorations. We ask that balloons without weights tied to them be limited to the foundation room only. (It is very difficult for us to retrieve balloons that find their way to the top of the gym roof). We ask that you use blue painters’ tape ( we will have some on hand for you if you need it).

After the term of the contract expires, the City of Pendleton will be responsible for the costs to maintain the body worn camera program.

The U.S. Department of Justice awarded the Pendleton Police Department a matching grant of $31,000.00. The cost of the three year contract with Axon, Inc. is approximately $41,000.00. There are additional costs associated with training, grant preparation, and personnel costs associated with implementation.

This is a matching grant so the City of Pendleton will be responsible for paying $31,000.00 to match what we are receiving from the U.S. Department of Justice.

Yes we do! We accept all major credit cards.

Yes, we have a limited supply of skate trainers available for your little one's to use.

Five vendors submitted proposals that were independently reviewed by the police department’s administration. Each vendor was rated on 72 answers they submitted as part of the proposal process. In the end, Axon, Inc. was the clear choice based on product performance, storage and data management, and cost.

Body worn cameras are just one of the many tools that Officers use to enhance the safety of the public and the Officers, but they do come with limitations. A body worn camera provides a two dimensional rendering of a three dimensional event. The field of view of a body camera is less than that of the human eye. The camera can become obstructed depending on the situation. Lighting conditions significantly impact what is able to be observed on video. These are just some of the limitations that have been encountered with body worn cameras.

After careful consideration and evaluation, Axon, Inc. was chosen as the vendor that best suited the needs of the Pendleton Police Department.

Please make sure to check our Facebook for weekend updates regarding the Ice Rink. If an unexpected closure occurs, we will make sure to post to the Pendleton Parks and Recreation page.

Pick up with take place outside the Rec Center in the loading zone at the bottom of the stairs. At any pick up time, you will stay in your car and wait for your child AND staff to meet you at your car to sign out the student. Call our ASP phone if you are picking up prior to 4:30pm. Between 4:30-5:30pm we will have a runner who is stationed outside to radio for the child.

Instructional Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piZ56RAM1ts

School Registration Links:

MCKAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SHERWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

There are two tower slides in the leisure pool, 250’ long, and one smaller tube slide. You must be 48” tall to ride the big slides. There is also a slide in the dive well.

Yes, please visit our scholarship application page to learn more. https://pendletonparksandrec.com/parksrec/page/recreation-scholarship

All sworn personnel will be trained by Axon, Inc. representatives in the operation of the body worn cameras and the associated data management system.

Personnel will receive additional training to ensure they understand the body worn camera policies and procedures, specifically gaining understanding about when and when not to activate the camera.

Body worn cameras will be implemented into the daily operations of the Pendleton Police Department after all personnel have been trained. It is anticipated that our Officers will be using the cameras by January 2020.

Yes! Currently, our gym is equipped with a portable PA sound system while we wait for our new system to be installed. We have adaptors for iPhones, Android, and a standard 8mm headphone jack. While you are down in our Foundation room, we have a Bluetooth speaker for you to use.

The Ice Rink is family friendly, but we do require anyone on the ice to be at walking age.

No, our current ASP serves kids ages 1st-5th grade. If you are in need of after school childcare for your Kinder, the Pendleton Children's Center will be offering an option for the PELC students.

Yes, the Pendleton Police Department has written policies in place that have been approved by the U.S. Department of Justice and comply with Oregon Revised Statute.

All sworn personnel will be assigned body worn cameras and will use them in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Yes, however the Officer can cease recording if a privacy issue exists or if requested by a member of the public because of a perceived privacy issue that outweighs the legitimate law enforcement purpose.

Pendleton Police Department policy allows the Officer discretion to stop recording when he/she reasonably believes that privacy concerns outweigh the need to continue recording the interaction. If those concerns are not present then the Officer is required to continue recording until the interaction is completed.

Per ORS 165.345, law enforcement officers have to advise they are recording as long as they can do so without jeopardizing their safety.

Law enforcement officers are allowed by law to record their interactions with the public, per ORS 165.345. Pendleton Police Department policy outlines when an Officer should record their activities; however not all circumstances can be anticipated.

Generally, casual conversations with members of the public will not be recorded unless that conversation becomes adversarial or the Officer develops indicia of activity that would require the Officer to record the encounter.

Additional information about body worn camera programs can be found at the U.S. Department of Justice Bureau of Justice Assistance web site at:

https://www.bja.gov/ProgramDetails.aspx?Program_ID=115

If anyone has questions about the Pendleton Police Department body worn camera program they can call us at 541-276-4411 and ask to speak to the Chief of Police who can also be reached by email at:

charles.byram [at] pendletonor.gov (Chief Charles Byram)

Yes, as part of the grant process, two community meetings will be scheduled. These meetings are intended to provide information to the public about the body camera program and to gather feedback from community members to assist in implementing a successful program.

Additionally, police department personnel will make presentations to various community groups.

Body camera video is considered a public record, but may be exempt from release based on the nature of the content. All public records requests will be evaluated based on applicable law regarding public records release. Any video released per a public records request will have the faces rendered unidentifiable, per ORS 192.345.

No, Oregon Revised Statute 133.741 prohibits the use of facial recognition software to examine body camera videos.

Under certain rare circumstances the Pendleton Police Department may post a video on their web site to solicit the public’s assistance with a criminal investigation.

Yes, juveniles can be recorded. Any videos involving juveniles will be handled in accordance with applicable laws regarding juvenile records

Some signs in the City have been designated as “Historic Signs”. This designation was made at the request of the owner. Signs that have been designated historic should be retained as they were originally designed. If the business inside a building with a designated historic sign changes, the code would ask that the historic sign be repurposed to retain the historic qualities but also serve its new purpose. If it cannot be repurposed and has to be removed, this designation requires that the sign remain stored at the building to be reused in the historic district at some time in the future. As of 2024, there are only seven designated historic signs in Pendleton: Rainbow Café, Vintage Antique Store, General Auto Parks (now Oregon Grain Growers) Wally’s Wheels, Hamley’s, Cimmiyotti’s, and Ruud’s Hearing Aids.

At the end of a shift, Officers will place their cameras into a docking station where the video will be downloaded to the cloud based system and stored.

The Axon, Inc. data management platform (Axon Evidence) is a cloud based solution that is accessed through a web based portal. All recordings are downloaded to the cloud based system where they are securely stored.

Videos are kept based on our set retention schedule that complies with state and federal laws. All video will be kept for a minimum of 180 days.

Yes, only authorized users can gain access to Axon Evidence through the web portal. Axon Evidence is CJIS compliant.

No, the original video is downloaded into the cloud based system and cannot be altered or edited. If a copy of the video is made for public release, then the faces can be redacted (blurred) before release. An audit trail is kept of any access/changes to a video within the system.

Yes, video from a body worn camera will be submitted and used just like any other piece of evidence used in court.

Tobacco-free policies are concerned with the health of everyone.
- Tobacco-free parks create healthy and safe environments for residents and visitors, especially children.
- Tobacco is the leading cause of preventable death in our community. Each year over 148 people in Umatilla County die from tobacco-related illnesses and 2,893 people live with a serious illness caused by tobacco products. 1
- According to the United States Surgeon General, there is no safe level of exposure to secondhand tobacco smoke.
- Tobacco-free supports individuals who are trying to quit tobacco use or have already quit. 70% of smokers want to quit and it is helpful to have tobacco-free environments to assist in their efforts.2
- Tobacco-free reduces exposure of children and youth to smoking and tobacco use, protecting their health and discouraging them from starting tobacco use and potentially developing a nicotine addiction that is harder to quit the earlier it is started. 90% of tobacco users start or before the age of 18.3
Tobacco-free policies eliminate the confusion of staff, participants, and visitors about what is and is not allowed to be used.
- Look for the posted “Tobacco-Free” signs in the park. These signs provide people with the ability to rely on community and self-enforcement. Many tobacco users look for “no tobacco” signs. Signs have been ordered for all parks and will be installed as soon as they arrive.
This policy protects parks and natural areas from potential risk of fires and litter caused from cigarettes butts.
Tobacco-free policies help reduce all tobacco waste (butts, wrappers, spit residue, spit containers etc.) on the ground and area.
- Tobacco-free policies protect parks and natural areas from environmental degradation caused by littering of cigarette butts and other tobacco-related waste. Most cigarette butts are made from acetate, a plastic that can take up to approximately 10 years to biodegrade.4
- Cigarettes, once consumed in public spaces, are often discarded on the ground requiring additional maintenance expenses, diminishing the beauty of our community’s facilities, and posing a risk to toddlers and wildlife due to ingestion. Less litter keeps city parks safe, clean, and appealing.
Contributes to cost savings: tobacco-related disease is still the leading cause of preventable death in Oregon and costs Umatilla County $29.5 million each year in medical care and $23.7 million in lost productivity.1

Swimmer in the diving pool must be able to swim the width of the large pool without touching his/her feet down.
The Diving Pool is for diving boards and Drop slide use only. There is no swimming permitted in this pool except for during swimming lessons.
Divers must wait on the deck until the person before them has left the diving board.
Divers may jump off the board when the person in front of them swims past the black mark on the bottom of the pool.
One bounce per dive
No objects or toys are permitted in the diving pool.
Divers must use a ladder when exiting the diving pool.
High divers must swim straight out to the black mark on the pool bottom and then directly to the nearest ladder.
When using the Drop slide you enter the water feet first. Then quickly exit the water at the ladder opposite from diving boards.
The lifeguard's decision is final.

We operate on all full Pendleton School District days 2:30pm to 5:30pm. Please note that the students will be in transition from school to the Rec Center between 2:30pm-3:00pm.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Children under 11 must be supervised by an adult.

The following is not permitted

Head first diving in less than 8’
Running in shallow water, on the pool deck or in locker rooms
Tossing or throwing rocks, toys or any hard objects
Rough play, fighting, sitting on shoulders, tossing children
Persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs
Tobacco products of any kind
Chewing gum while in pool enclosure
Glass containers within the pool enclosure
Water balloons or balls other than Nerf or beach balls
Abusive or inappropriate language or behavior
Hanging, sitting or climbing on lane or safety ropes
Water wings

Swimming Pool Health and Safety Requirements

Swimmers are required to take a cleansing shower before entering pool or spa.
Parents, please REQUIRE your children to take regular potty breaks.
“NO LEAK” rubber pants or “swim diapers” are required for anyone who may suffer incontinence while in pool enclosure. These items are available at the front DESK.
Diaper changing is ONLY permitted on changing tables in locker rooms.
DO NOT SWIM if you feel ill, if you have diarrhea or if you have a communicable disease transmissible via water.
Do not swallow pool water.
No food or beverage is allowed in or near the water.

Swimming privileges may be suspended or revoked upon repeated violations

OUR GOAL, OUR JOB: YOUR SAFETY

SLIDE INFORMATION

You must be AT LEAST 48” tall to ride the super slides.
DO NOT START until the lifeguard tells YOU to “GO”.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SLOW OR STOP ON THE SLIDE.
Ride FEET FIRST, keep hands inside at all times, and exit the pool immediately.
Remember to secure or remove eyewear.
No metal; please remove safety pins, locker keys, and jewelry.
Use of the Super Slides is a privilege granted to those who meet the height requirement and exhibit safe behavior. This privilege will be suspended or revoked upon repeated violations.

CAUTION: If you are pregnant, have a heart condition or have back trouble, you are advised not to use the Super Slides.

Swimming privileges may be suspended or revoked upon repeated violations

The Ice Rink is open seven days a week. When school is in session, the ice rink is open 3:30-6pm Mon-Thurs, 3:30-8pm Friday, and 12-8pm Weekends. During winter break, the ice rink is open 12-8pm seven days a week. The ice rink season ends around the beginning of February, but if the weather stays cold enough, we will extend the season.

These new rules apply only to businesses that are located in the specified commercial historic district and are only applicable to new signs and murals proposed to be installed. Businesses outside of this area will continue to be regulated by the existing sections of the ordinance.

This was discussed by the HPC. The 11-block area is the Historic District. The idea is to preserve the historic character of the district. The use of decorative/acorn bases on sign posts, traffic lights, street lights, and other furniture adds to the historic character. This should be the same standard for the signs and murals in this area. Architecture as well as public spaces affects public interaction with a city. The goal is to make our iconic historic commercial area a walkable place/destination. To make this “place” successful, it needs a cohesive theme, which Pendleton has in its architecture. To capitalize on the dollars spent to recapture our architecture, the pervasive comments about our architecture, and the efforts made to maintain focus on the architecture, the historic character (as in decorative lighting, street lights, historic photos on traffic boxes, stamped boardwalk, historic sidewalks, etc.), the HPC recognized the value in continuing this practice, this cohesive drive to success. There are more blocks available for other art designed murals than dis-allowed within the Historic District. Other cities follow this same practice in their historic district: The Dalles, Yachats, Roseburg, Forest Grove, Prineville, Baker City, Ontario, etc.; to create a destination for travelers. Because the HPC provided a long list of options, this provides many venues for artists to choose while supporting the Historic District as a tourist attraction.

Snack

Circle time with group

Rotations: (vary day to day)

Art
Science
Literacy (walk to the Public Library)
PE
Homework help

Although the historic district can be accessed by motorized traffic, the historic character is best represented through foot traffic. In keeping with this character, signs should have a human scale and be visible to pedestrians walking in the district.

You can give us phone a call and we will have them ready for you or you can drive the the pickup area and call the number listed when you arrive.

Please call our office at 541-966-0228 to inform us of the absence. The school will NOT notify our program in the event that a child is absent from school or went home early.

If you notify our office staff before 2:30pm the day of, and you are not currently on a payment plan, you will receive the $13 as a credit on your registration account to be used for any recreation program.

In order to receive a refund to your payment method (debit/credit card or cash refund), you must notify our office one week prior to the absence.

Backflow is the undesirable reversal of flow of non-potable water or other substances through a cross-connection and into the piping of a public water system or consumer’s potable water system. This reversal of flow or “backflow” can allow contaminated water to flow backward, drawing a contaminant into the water supply.

You will get 1.5 hours of play in our gym and 45 mins for cake, ice cream, food, and presents in our foundation room. You will also have access to following activities at no extra cost:

Basketball, hula hoops, jump ropes, scooters, indoor frisbees, indoor hockey or soccer (with goals), dodgeball, and cornhole. There are also tons more toys and equipment in our ball cage for your child’s imagination to go wild.

There is no alcohol permitted during our Saturday birthday parties. We also ask you remind your guest to wear non marking shoes on our gym floor. There is also no skateboard, roller skates, or items along those lines. We do have some fun scooters for you at no extra cost for scooter soccer and such.

We make the safety of our patrons the top priority. If lightning strikes within 20 miles of the facility, the Aquatic Center will close for 45 minutes and vacate everyone from the facility. The pool will remain closed for 45 minutes after the last lightning strike within 20 miles.

We offer adjustable youth sizes up to men's 13.

Party hosts (parents or guardians of birthday child) may arrive 15 mins before your party is to start. WE ask that your guest not arrive until the start of your party. The party before you will be finishing up down stairs in our foundation room as you will be getting ready for your party in the gym. Our staff will be more than happy to take anything needed to go in freezer and or refrigerator for you. Once the party before you is gone our staff will do some quick cleaning and you will have plenty of time to set up down stairs for the party.

The Pendleton Family Aquatic Center typically opens the day Pendleton schools are released for the summer and closes the Monday of Labor Day weekend. The hours of operation are noon-8pm daily.

We will have a reserved spot for the party host on the south side of our building. We ask that all families arriving for a party enter through our main doors off Dorian or through our ADA door on the east side of the building. There will most likely be a party finishing up downstairs when you arrive. When you are downstairs with your party, we ask that you exit through the foundation room or the boxing gym (if ADA ramp is needed). This will help the flow of people. Your guests can park anywhere on our city campus as long as the spot is not marked reserved.

Historic districts have specific individual architectural character, and that character requires careful design of signs that complement the building and the streetscape. The Pendleton Historic Preservation Commission has identified the late 1800s to the early 1900s as the best fit for the unique character of Pendleton’s historic district. The historic district sign guidelines are designed to make sure signs preserve or enhance the architectural composition of the historic buildings and the historic district as a whole.

Yes. The website indexes web pages as well as PDFs, Microsoft Office documents, and text documents.

Has a saddle or a seat for the driver.
Is designed to be ridden on 2 or 3 wheels.
Has a motor displacement of 50cc's or more.
Must be licensed and insured

School Resource Officer (SRO) Zaugg is a member of the Enforcement Division, and is assigned to serve schools within the City of Pendleton. SRO Zaugg works in collaboration with educators, students, parents, and the community to reduce crime, drug abuse, violence, and to provide a safe school environment.

SRO Zaugg is certified through the National Association of School Resource Officers and a member of the Oregon School Resource Officers Association.

Ordinance No. 3238, Section 11 (B) states: " No person, other than for a test or demonstration ride of a bicycle by an adult or a minor under adult supervision, shall use the sidewalks for traveling on skateboards, bicycles, roller skates, roller blades, or similar devices .... in the downtown area of Pendleton. The downtown area of Pendleton includes all the sidewalks located in the area between the Umatilla River on the north boundary, the Union Pacific Railroad tracks on the south boundary, SW 2nd Street on the west boundary and SE 2nd on the east boundary.

For your safety and that of pedestrians; you should avoid busy city sidewalks whether or not they are restricted by law.

The first time you are found in violation of this ordinance, you will be given a verbal warning and your name will be taken down on a log. If you should violate this ordinance a second time, you will be issued a citation, which will result in a fine and the possible forfeiture of your bicycle, skateboard, etc. This Ordinance is put in place to protect you and other pedestrians.

Patrol school grounds, respond to calls for service in the area, and participate in juvenile enforcement missions to prevent juvenile delinquency
Provide guidance on ethical issues in a classroom setting or informal settings
Provide individual counseling and mentoring to students
Give classroom presentations on the work of the SRO, the criminal justice system, and other related topics that help to build an understanding of law enforcement's role in the community
Participate in school-related events

The safety of students and staff and the security of our campuses are the two main concerns of School Resource Officer Zaugg. To meet the challenges of maintaining a safe campus, we ask for the assistance of students, staff and parents to be vigilant. If you feel that something needs to be addressed, please bring it to the attention of Officer Zaugg, school staff or other law enforcement as soon as possible.

No. By default, the search results will show matches for any word within the phrase. In this example, you would receive results for all web pages and documents that contained either the word alarm or the word permit or both.

In order to search on an exact phrase, enclose your search phrase in quotations. The search results for "alarm permit" will show matches for that exact phrase.

Never attach yourself or your bike to another vehicle on the roadway (814.480)

Sit on the bike not the fender or handlebars. Keep feet on pedals and never carry more people on the bike than the number for which it was designed (814.460 & 814.470)

Bicyclists must obey all traffic lights and signs and must signal for all turns whether riding on a roadway, a bike lane or bike path.

Bicyclists who violate the law are subject to traffic tickets.

Driver must be 16 years or older.
Driver must possess a valid driver's license and motorcycle endorsement.

Yes. You can exclude words by using the minus sign (-). In order to find the results of all pages that have alarm in the result but not permit, you would search for alarm -permit.

The law requires that bicycles be operated with the designated traffic flow. Bicycling against the traffic is a leading cause of bicycle accidents. Operation with the designated traffic flow makes bicyclists more visible, and their movements more predictable to motorists.

If there is a visible bike lane, the bicyclist must use it. If there is no bike lane, or the lane is unusable, the bicyclist may ride either on the right shoulder of the roadway or near the right edge of the roadway. The bicyclist must avoid undue interference with vehicular traffic.

Has a saddle or a seat for the driver.
Is designed to be ridden on 2 or 3 wheels.
Has a motor displacement of more than 35cc's and less than 50cc's
It is equipped with a power drive system that functions directly or automatically only and does not require clutching or shifting by the operator after the system is engaged
It cannot go faster than 30 mph on a flat surface.
Must be licensed and insured.

In the State of Oregon, all bicyclists under the age of 16 are required to wear approved bicycle helmets whether they are operators or passengers on bicycles. (814.485 & 814.486). Any person who violates these provisions is subject to a fine up to $25.00 (814.486 3). The law directs a police officer to issue a citation for such violation to the parent or guardian of a minor child (814.486 b).

Serious head injuries pose the greatest danger to bicyclists; helmets significantly reduce the risk. Every bicyclist, regardless of age should wear an approved helmet.

Driver must be 16 years or older
Driver must possess a valid driver's license.

Our facility is ADA accessible. Wheelchairs can easily enter the zero-depth leisure pool. We also have a lift available for the 50 meter pool.

Bicyclists have the legal right to share the road on most public highways, but it is prohibited on interstate highways.

Backflow can be caused when an unforeseen change in water pressure allows the water to flow backwards within the water supply piping system from a contaminated source to a drinking water supply. A drop in pressure could be caused by a variety of things including a water main break or the need to fight a fire.

Has a handlebar and a foot support or a sear for the driver
Can be propelled by motor or human propulsion.
Has a motor displacement of 35cc's or less.
Cannot go more than 24 mph on level ground.

Smoke only covers certain types of tobacco, while the term “tobacco-free” encompasses all existing and future products that include tobacco.

A bicycle must be equipped with a brake that enables the operator to make the braked wheels skid on dry, level, clean pavement (815.280 (2a)

A bicycle or its rider must be equipped with lighting equipment and used during limited visibility conditions. The lighting equipment must show a white light visible from a distance of at least 500-feet to the front of the bicycle (815.280 A, B). The lighting equipment must have a red reflector or lighting device that is visible from distances up to 600 feet.

The driver must be 16 years or older.
The driver must be eligible to possess a valid driver's licence.

Is self-balancing on two non-tandem wheels.
Is designed to transport one person in a standing position.
Has an electric propulsion system
Has a maximum speed of 15 mph
It can be ridden on the sidewalk

Is designed to be operated on the ground on wheels.
Has a seat or saddle for use of the rider.
Is designed to travel with not more than three wheels in contact with the ground.
Has both fully operated pedals for human propulsion and an electric motor.
Is equipped with an electronic motor that has a power output of not more than 1,000 watts.
Is incapable of speed of greater than 20 mph.
It can be ridden on the sidewalk unless prohibited by City Ordinance.
The driver must obey the motor vehicle laws pertaining to bicycles.

Most "Mini Motorcycles" or "Pocket Bikes" do not fit into the same category as motor-assisted scooters.

These vehicles are not manufactured to operate on the roads and are not equipped to meet US DOT Safety Standards. Manufacturers of the vehicles do not provide manufacturer's certificate of origin or standardized 17 digit vehicle identification numbers or VIN's

Unless proof is provided to show these vehicles meet the US DOT equipment and safety standards, they cannot be titled and registered and should not be operated on roads or highways. These are off-road use only vehicles.

Other Important Facts

A motorcycle, moped and scooter cannot be ridden on the sidewalk.
The driver and passenger of a motorcycle must be wearing an ODOT approved helmet.
The driver of a moped must be wearing an ODOT approved helmet.
The driver of a scooter must be wearing an approved bicycle helmet.
A scooter can be driven on the side of roadways with speed limits of 25 mph or less. A scooter can be operated on a roadway with a speed limit over 25 mph as long as the roadway has marked bike lane for the scooter to travel in.
Motorized scooters cannot be ridden in public parks, other than on designated roadways.
Scooters must be walked across crosswalks.
By City Ordinance they cannot be ridden on the river levee (City Ordinance 3409, Section 19D)

For more information call Pendleton Police Department (541) 276-4411 or the 24 Hour Dispatch Center (541) 966-3650, Ext 1.

Yes, but no glass containers please, and no alcohol is allowed.

The Aquatic Center also has a fantastic concessions stand offering both hot and cold food including hot dogs, chicken nuggets, french fries, drinks, and our ever popular soft serve ice cream all reasonable prices.

The City of Pendleton joins several other communities in Oregon, and is one of the first in Eastern Oregon!

(Partial list)

Ashland
Astoria
Bandon
Bend
Benton County
City of Umatilla
Clatsop County
Corvallis
Cottage Grove
Lake Oswego
Lincoln City
Medford
Multnomah County
Oregon State Parks and Recreation Department
Portland
Roseburg
Springfield
Umatilla County Parks
Veneta
Wilsonville

City of Pendleton requires installation of specific backflow prevention assemblies to be installed and tested annually according to currently adopted uniform plumbing code and Oregon Health Authority rules.

Energy Trust of Oregon offers added incentives in the form of rebates, depending on the replacement heating system you choose. Check with your contractor or visit the Energy Trust website at www.energytrust.org for details and to see which stoves qualify.

Yes, gas grills are okay, but no absolutely no charcoal grills. As an alternative, consider renting one of our shelters which have gas grills and save the packing.

Oregon Quit Line: 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669). Free for everyone.

https://www.quitnow.net/oregon/

http://www.oregon.gov/oha/ph/PreventionWellness/TobaccoPrevention/GetHe…

For other tobacco cessation resources contact Umatilla County Tobacco Prevention & Education Coordinator at Umatilla County Public Health 541-278-5432.

Backflow assemblies must be tested at the time of installation, annually after installation, after repairs and after relocating. Testing in Oregon must be done by Oregon Health Authority-certified backflow testers.

Yes, but nothing oversized and if the pool is very crowded, you may be asked to remove the toys. No water wings are allowed for safety reasons. Dive rings are okay.

Water which is safe for human consumption, free from harmful or objectionable materials, as described by the Oregon Health Authority.

Please email goplayppr [at] ci.pendleton.or.us (goplayppr[at]ci[dot]pendleton[dot]or[dot]us)

It is important that older, inefficient wood stoves are not reused. Pendleton Sanitary Service (PSS) has agreed to destroy the old wood stoves that are collected and recycle them for scrap. You will receive proof when you drop your old wood stove off at PSS. Notify the drop-off site attendant that you are participating in the Wood Stove Replacement Program. Fill out pertinent information and have the attendant stamp the completed form. If the old wood stove is dropped off by the contractor, the contractor is responsible for obtaining the stamped receipt.

No, the loan applies only to the replacement of uncertified wood stoves. A common fireplace is not considered a wood stove. However, uncertified fireplace inserts can be considered as wood stoves and are eligible for the program.

Yes. But we also have areas with shade covers and you can reserve a shelter for as little as $30 for two hours.

Any water, other liquid, gas, or other substance that is not safe for human consumption, or is not a part of the public potable water supply as described by the Oregon Health Authority.

Yes, and if you need a lock we sell them for $5.

Contact Greg Lacquement at (541) 966-0249 or greg.lacquement [at] ci.pendleton.or.us (greg[dot]lacquement[at]ci[dot]pendleton[dot]or[dot]us)

A SPECIAL THANKS TO:

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Oregon Hearth Products Association

Backsiphonage is a type of backflow caused by negative pressure in the supply piping. Some common causes of backsiphonage are:

High velocities in pipe lines.
Line repair or break that is lower than a service point.
Lowered main pressure due to high water withdrawal rate, such as fire\fighting or water main flushing.
Reduced supply pressure on the suction side of the booster pump.

Yes, there are extra picnic tables scattered around the facility.

Backpressure is a backflow that is the reverse from normal flow direction within a piping system that is the result of the “downstream pressure” being higher than the supply pressure.

Disposable or reusable diapers are okay in the pool. We sell the reusable type at the pool. We also sell sunscreen, goggles, and earplugs.

Only service animals are allowed into the pool area. They must be 10’ from the water. Waste removal is the responsibility of the animal’s owner. If the animal exhibits aggressive behavior towards others, the patron and animal may be asked to leave. If you are traveling with a pet, consider checking with our local veterinary offices about day kenneling.

We offer several options for private parties.