Senior Center Use Policy

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This document outlines the policy for the use of the Robbinsville Township Senior Center, a deed-restricted municipal structure primarily for senior citizen activities. It details that while the building is predominantly for seniors, it can also be utilized for other recreational purposes, provided such uses do not conflict with senior programs and adhere to specific guidelines. The policy delineates available spaces, classifications of use, and various limitations, including operational hours, capacity restrictions, and prohibitions on certain activities like alcohol, tobacco, and unauthorized use of A/V equipment. Key aspects covered include requirements for facility care, such as cleaning, garbage removal, and adhering to rules regarding food and furnishings. The Senior Center Manager or their designee is responsible for determining permitted uses and granting necessary approvals. The policy, last revised on August 1, 2023, also notes the presence of video surveillance on the premises.

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--- Document: Senior Center Use Policy Document ---
 
 
POLICY FOR USE OF SENIOR CENTER 
 
(Revised August 1, 2023) 
 
 
POLICY STATEMENT 
 
The Robbinsville Township Senior Center is a deed-restricted municipal structure for activities, 
services and programs serving the social, recreational, educational, and welfare needs of the senior 
citizen community of Robbinsville Township. The building shall be used primarily and 
predominantly by senior citizens during regular operating hours.  However, prudent use and 
management of the Senior Center allows the community to benefit more broadly from use of the 
building for recreational purposes, provided that such use does not interfere with the building’s regular 
operating schedule.  The permitted uses of the building, whether senior-oriented or not, shall be 
determined by the Senior Center Manager or their designee in accordance with the limitations set 
forth in this Policy. 
 
 
REPORT 
 
The Senior Center Manager or their designee shall prepare an annual report to the Senior Citizen 
Advisory Council and Township Council outlining the senior-oriented and recreational uses of the 
building. 
 
 
AREAS AVAILABLE FOR USE 
 
1. Multi-purpose Room:  The largest room in the Senior Center, which can accommodate up 
to 180 people.  The room contains restrooms, stage and is adjacent to the kitchen. 
2. Arts/Crafts Room:  A meeting room for up to 30 people. There is no access to the kitchen 
from this room 
 
 
CLASSIFICATION OF USES  
 
Pursuant to Robbinsville Township Ordinance 174-17, use of the Senior Center for senior activities 
takes precedence over any other use.  With the exception of the aforementioned, the affairs of the 
Township of Robbinsville or of a Township Board/Committee shall take precedence over all other 
uses. 
 
Use of the Senior Center, subject to the limitations set forth above, shall be permitted for 
recreational activities operated through or sponsored by the Robbinsville Township Division of 
Recreation (“Recreational Activities”).   
 
 
 


 
 
LIMITATIONS ON USE 
 
Use of the Senior Center for Recreational Activities shall not be permitted to utilize the building 
prior to 5:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday.  Weekday use must end by 11:00 p.m.  Usage on 
Saturday and Sunday is permitted between the hours of 8:00 a.m. through 11:00 p.m. 
 
The use must not exceed the established capacity of the room designated as set forth in the section 
entitled “Areas Available for Use.”  Permission to use the Senior Center extends only to the 
specific room requested. 
 
At the sole discretion of the Senior Center Manager groups with less than thirty (30) attendees may 
be asked to use a smaller room in the Senior Center in order to preserve the multi-purpose room 
for larger groups.   
 
No door shall be propped open. 
 
The Senior Center audio/visual equipment and microphone shall only be used for official 
Township purposes.  Use for or during Recreational Activities without prior specific permission 
of the Senior Center Manager is strictly prohibited. 
 
Use of the building shall not endanger Township property, or the health or safety of the public. 
 
The use of alcohol, tobacco, and vaping products is prohibited in the building. 
 
The Senior Center is designed for adult usage and is not equipped with child-proofing materials.  
No children under the age of eighteen (18) shall be permitted in the building without 
parental/guardian supervision at all times. 
 
Permission to use the Senior Center is automatically withdrawn on a day when the facility is closed 
for an official Township closing, inclement weather, work stoppage, or other emergency.  
 
 
CARE OF PROPERTY 
 
Smoking and vaping are prohibited in any Township-owned building, including the Senior Center. 
 
No food or beverages shall be permitted in the Senior Center, unless prior approval has been 
granted, and then, shall be permitted only in those areas designated by the staff at the Senior Center.  
Under no circumstances can food be served in areas of the building with carpeted floors.   
 
The equipment and furnishings that are Township-owned shall not be used without permission and 
shall not be removed from the building. 
 
The building shall be cleaned after usage, if applicable.  Additionally, arrangements shall be made 
for the return of the building to its original condition in time for the next day’s senior activities.  
Tables and chairs may not be moved from their original position unless prior approval is granted 


 
 
by the Senior Center Manager or their designee.  If approval is granted, tables and chairs must be 
returned to their original position. 
 
The building must be kept in the same condition prior to use.  Garbage must be removed from the 
building and placed in the Township dumpster, located in the rear of the parking lot.  Tables and 
the kitchen must be cleaned if food is served.  All lights must be turned off prior to leaving the 
building.  All doors must be locked upon leaving. 
 
Video cameras are present on the Senior Center premises and individuals will be subject to video 
surveillance while utilizing the Senior Center.