RECYCLE VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

47th FESTIVAL IN THE PARK
September 23-25, 2011
FRIDAY September 23 - 4 pm- 9:30 pm
SATURDAY September 24 - 10 am – 9:30 pm
SUNDAY September 25- 11 am – 6 pm

 I am interested in:
Participating as a Volunteer
Learning more about becoming a Committee Member  ( 1. Volunteer Committee   2. Artist Relations Committee )
Recycle Committee

ATTENTION:  ONLY ONE APPLICANT PER FORM!

Date:
First Name:      Middle Initial:    Last Name: 
Gender:     Age:  
Address:
City:     State:     Zip:
Home Phone: Cell Phone:   Work Phone:  
Email address:
Name of Organization
or School You Will Be
Representing:
Will your participation count as community service credit hours?
Are you a convicted felon or have you been convicted of any sex offense under local, state or federal law?

IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ

  • Volunteers may work, but are not limited to one complete Shift.
  • Volunteer assignments may require a volunteer to be on their feet for a substantial amount of time.
  • Select only the Shift(s) you are able to work.
  • If a Shift is full, the select box color will be in grey.
  • Upon submission you will receive your Confirmation and the Release of Claims and Assumptions Liability Form.
  • Print and retain the Confirmation for your records.
  • Print, sign and bring Release Form to Festival and give to Recycle Volunteer Coordinator at check-in.
  • If you need to cancel or change your shift, call the Festival Office at (704-338-1060).
  • Please arrive at the Recycle Volunteer Station at least 20 minutes prior to the starting time of your shift.

 

Shift Description Shift Time Credit
Hours		 Number of
Volunteers Needed 		Select
Shift
Friday 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm 4.5 6
Saturday Noon - 5:00 pm 5 4
Saturday 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm 4.5 6
Sunday 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm 5 6


RECYCLE VOLUNTEER DESCRIPTION

Volunteers will assist shift leaders with picking up recyclables from designated locations within Freedom Park and bringing those items to a central recycling location.  There will be walking and minor lifting of bags of recycled bottles.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

PARKING, DROP-OFF AND PICK-UP:

  • Volunteer Drop-Off and Pick-Up - corner of Lilac and Cumberland.  Coordinate pick-up time - traffic is extremely heavy in this area and parking is unavailable.
  • Volunteer Parking:
    • East Boulevard Parking Lot (all hours when space available) – No Shuttle service required.
    • We strongly encourage people to use the Cats shuttle/Light Rail transit systems. When taking the shuttle, please bring your Volunteer parking pass that will be emailed out as this will be your transportation ticket (both ways) for the shuttle. The shuttle charge without this pass will be $2.00 either direction.
  • Do not block fire hydrants or driveways.
  • Do not park in a “NO PARKING” zone - car will be towed at your expense.
  • Click here for directions and map.

CLOTHING AND GENERAL APPEARANCE:

  • Please be aware that you will be representing Festival in the Park, and your work place or school - we request that your dress and appearance be appropriate.  Jeans or shorts are acceptable.

IN CASE OF INCLEMENT WEATHER:

  • If the weather appears to be inclement, please call the Festival Headquarters telephone number listed below to check on conditions at the Festival.

SNACKS AND BEVERAGES:

  • Free snacks and beverages available for volunteers in the Hospitality Area.
  • Various Food Vendors also offer a discount to volunteers.
  • Discount vouchers and a list of participating Food Vendors available upon check-in.

FESTIVAL HEADQUARTERS PHONE NUMBER - 704-338-1060:

  • If you should be unable to work your assigned shift, please call to let us know.
  • This number may also be used if someone needs to reach you for emergency purposes.

CONFIRMATION:

  • Review your information and shift selections.
  • Once all information is complete and reviewed for accuracy, please click the submit button.
  • After submission your Confirmation will appear on-screen.
  • Print and retain the Confirmation for your records.

RELEASE WAIVER:

  • This form must be signed by you (and a parent or legal guardian if you are a minor).
  • Give to the Recycle Volunteer Coordinator when you check in for your shift.
  • You may also obtain a Release Form from the “Participant Applications” dropdown or by using this link: Release of Claims and Assumptions Liability Form.

PRIVACY:

  • We respect your privacy.  Your information will not be shared with anyone other than Festival in the Park staff.