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MWR Branch

PSSU Alameda

Coast Guard Island Special Event Facilities

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DUE TO USCG PRIVACY POLICY AND/OR PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT (PRA) WE ARE AT THIS TIME NOT ALLOWED TO USE THE ONLINE REQUEST FORM.  YOU MUST EMAIL THE DATES AND FACILITY YOU ARE REQUESTING.  WE WILL CONTACT YOU REQUESTING THE INFORMATION WE NEED FROM YOU TO COMPLETE YOUR RESERVATION.  WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS MAY CAUSE YOU.

Email or call LaShawn Vaughn  (510) 437-5350 to reserve one of these for your event.  Be sure to read the info below on policies regarding their use.  All MWR facilities are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.  Reservations will be made on a first-come, first-serve basis.  Reservations for USCG mission support, ops & training are accepted anytime.  MWR-related reservations for USCG Active Duty personnel are accepted up to 6 months in advance.  All other reservations are accepted no more than 3 months in advance.  (Click here for facility descriptions.)

Facility	Hours	Fees (prior to use)1	Availability
Gresham Hall	7AM-10PM	$310 + $150 cleaning deposit	2009	2010
Pt. Welcome	7AM-10PM	$310 + $150 cleaning deposit	2009	2010
Banners Club	7AM-10PM	$225 + $150 cleaning deposit	2009	2010
Gazebo Picnic 2 Area	7AM-Sundown	$210 + $200 cleaning deposit	2009	2010
East Eagle Picnic Area 2	7AM-Sundown	$210 + $200 cleaning deposit	2009	2010
Swimming Pool 3	Mon-Fri, 6AM-8PM Sat-Sun, 8AM-6PM	$150 + $150 cleaning deposit	2009	2010
Athletic Field	7AM-Sundown	$150 + $150 cleaning deposit	2009	2010
Classroom 35 4	7AM-9PM
Soccer Field	7AM-Sundown		2009	2010
Tennis Courts 1, 2	Mon-Fri, 7AM-9PM Sat-Sun, 8AM-6PM		2009	2010
Basketball Court	Mon-Fri, 6AM-9PM Sat-Sun, 8AM-6PM		2009	2010

 

Note 1:	Checks are acceptable, made payable to USCG PSSU Morale Fund.  Deposits are required for all unofficial functions held at MWR facilities.  Deposits will be returned upon satisfactory cleaning of the area.  To obtain your deposit you must return the provided inspection checklist signed off by the OOD or an MWR representative.
Note 2:	Use of "bouncy houses" is prohibited.
Note 3:	Pool is available for unit training from 7-11AM Mon-Fri.  Unit training takes precedence over lap swimming.
Note 4	Classroom 35 is to be reserved via CG INTRANET.  It is for official functions only.

Facility Policies, Rules & Regulations 

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No Cost Use	Use Policy	Authorized Patrons
Non-Competition Policy	Enforcement of Rules	Patron Responsibilities
Noise/Language	Sales/Political Events

No Cost Use

Use of facilities by units located on Coast Guard Island is at no charge for the following events and groups:

• Command Events (Training, morale events, etc.)
• Coast Guard clubs such as, but not limited to, the CPOA, CWOA, CGOA, and spouses clubs
• Local Scout Councils Coast Guard Island sponsoring Navy Leagues.
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Use Policy

The Coast Guard Island recreational facilities are available for both official and unofficial functions. These recreational facilities shall be scheduled through the BSU/PSSU Alameda Special Events Coordinator.  If a conflict arises, MWR shall have the final determination as to use of the facility. All unofficial scheduling is on a first-come, first-serve basis.   Authorized patrons are subject to a user fee and a non-refundable cleaning fee for the Banners Club, Gresham Hall and Point Welcome.   All patrons, official and unofficial, are responsible for setup and takedown of any items required for the specific function.
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Authorized Patrons & Priority Basis

The following personnel are authorized patrons of MWR facilities and, if necessary, will be prioritized in the order shown. Certain restrictions apply (see following restrictions).

1. Active duty personnel & eligible dependents
2. Members of the ready reserve, reserves in training, members of the National Guard, and their dependents
3. Retired military personnel & eligible dependents
4. Government employees attached to Coast Guard Island
5. Coast Guard Auxiliary
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No Competition Policy

Coast Guard MWR does not exist to compete with private business, therefore the use of the facilities by non-Coast Guard Clubs or other organizations is limited.  Clubs or Organizations wishing to use these facilities, for a fee must consist of approximately 50% military affiliated persons, or shall have specific command sponsorship by a Coast Guard Command located on Coast Guard Island.  That sponsoring command will be responsible for the activities of the organization.  Organizations must be non-profit in nature.
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Cleaning

Provided along with the letter of authorization will be a cleaning checklist.  Patrons should follow the instructions and complete the cleaning checklist so the MWR Staff can return the deposit (if applicable), upon completion.  If the cleaning checklist has not been returned to the MWR office (Bldg. 16) within five working days after the event date, then the deposit will not be returned.
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Enforcement of Rules

The MSC Alameda Command Duty Officer (CDO) has complete oversight authority for all events aboard Coast Guard Island.  The CDO has the authority to stop any event aboard Coast Guard Island for violating any rules, regulations, instructions, or orders pertaining to events aboard Coast Guard Island.  If the CDO finds it necessary to stop any event, there will be no refunds. Additionally, it is still the patron’s responsibility to ensure the recreational facility is clean and free of damage.
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Sales/Political Events

Absolutely no sales or political events will be allowed within MWR facilities on Coast Guard Island.
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Patron Responsibilities

All patrons are expected to leave facilities free of trash and in a clean, neat condition. A cleaning checklist will be provided for check-in and checkout. The MSC Alameda OOD shall be contacted at the beginning and end of all events aboard Coast Guard Island. The OOD shall fully inspect the recreational facility at the end of the event to ensure cleanliness and that the facility is free of damage. Patrons are responsible for breakage, which is not due to normal wear and tear. All patrons, official and unofficial, are responsible for setup and takedown of any items required for the specific function.
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Noise/Language

Loud events are not acceptable.  Use of profanity and vulgar language or behavior is not acceptable.
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Facility Descriptions

Gresham Hall

Gresham Hall is located in Building 4.  Gresham Hall is available at no charge to all Coast Guard units for official functions and training.  Gresham Hall is ideal for official meetings, all hands training, Chiefs Calls, etc.  There is full range of audiovisual equipment as well as a podium, tables and chairs. Tables and chairs in Gresham Hall are located in the storage room outside of the East exit. Please return all tables and chairs to the storage room at the conclusion of your event. Refreshments such as finger foods and beverages are authorized; however, if a meal is required or any food heavier than finger food, the Point Welcome Room must be reserved. Gresham Hall can accommodate a maximum of 182 occupants.
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Point Welcome

Point Welcome is located in Building 4, and is available for all official and unofficial functions.  The room is ideal for parties, Wetting Downs, receptions, etc.  Audiovisual equipment is limited to a podium with a microphone and built in speaker.  Tables and chairs will be provided in a pre-arranged and organized fashion.  Sponsors must ensure that the room is arranged the way it was found at the conclusion of an event.  All food is authorized in The Point Welcome Room.  Point Welcome can accommodate a maximum of 182 occupants.
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The Banners Club

The Banners Club is located in Building 18 and is available for all official and unofficial functions. This room is ideal for parties and informal meetings.  There is no audiovisual equipment in The Banners Club.  All food is authorized in The Banners Club.  The Banners club can accommodate approximately 60 occupants.
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The Gazebo Picnic Area

The Gazebo Picnic Area is located on Campbell Boulevard, is available for all official and unofficial functions, and can accommodate up to 200 occupants.. The Gazebo Picnic Area features three covered gazebos, three BBQ’s, two horseshoe pits and a volleyball court. Electricity and running water are available at The Gazebo Picnic Area.  Due to safety considerations, the use of "bouncy houses" on base is prohibited.
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East Eagle Picnic Area

The East Eagle Picnic Area is located on Eagle Road and can accommodate up to 100 occupants.  It is available for all official and unofficial functions. The East Eagle Picnic Area features three BBQ’s, a horseshoe pit and a volleyball court.  Due to safety considerations, the use of "bouncy houses" on base is prohibited.
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The Swimming Pool

The primary use of the Coast Guard Island Pool Facility is for training and fitness. Recreational (Lap swim) swimming is only authorized at designated hours.  Lap swim is also authorized when the pool is available and is not being used for unit training.
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