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These Taralon Community Center Rules and Regulations are binding on all users and are enforceable under the Taralon Residential Association’s (“Association”) Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions; the Agreement under the Declaration of Shared Use for Taralon Community Center; and the Association’s fine and enforcement policies.
The Community Center, which includes the clubhouse, pool, and common areas (collectively, “Community Center”), are for the exclusive use of Association Members and residents, residents of The Elwood property (collectively, “Members”), and the Members’ invited guests.
Members and guests must access the Community Center through the main gate of the swimming pool area only. The Association will maintain a list of Members who may use the pool. These lists will be compiled by the Association’s management company and The Elwood’s management company. Members must be in good standing and current on their assessments or rent to access the Community Center. The front door of the clubhouse must remain closed other than when being used for a reserved event. All clubhouse Members and guests are responsible for ensuring the front door is locked when they leave.
Members must accompany all guests to the Community Center. Members are allowed only two guests for the pool and no more than the posted maximum for the clubhouse. Members are responsible for reviewing these rules and regulations with their guests and for the actions of their guests. Guests are not permitted to bring other guests. The number of guests may be further restricted to ensure that Members access the Community Center without overcrowding. The Association may also establish an online registration system.
Taralon resident parking spaces are for Taralon residents only. Short-term parking for guests is permitted on Association streets unless posted otherwise. No overnight parking is permitted on any Association common property. If any resident requires parking beyond what can be accommodated by the resident’s driveway, they must notify the managing agent to arrange for parking and must follow all parking enforcement rules. The Association may tow any vehicle for violations of this rule subject to the requirements of ORS 98.830.
Inappropriate conduct (including abusive language, fighting, horseplay, unsanitary practices, and illegal activities) is not permitted within the clubhouse, pool, or any other common area.
No consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages within the Community Center is permitted. No one under the influence of alcohol or other substance is permitted to be within the Community Center.
Smoking or vaping is not permitted in or around the Community Center.
Pets are not allowed in the Community Center.
For the safety of Members and their guests and to prevent damage to the Community Center, wheeled equipment including skateboards, roller blades, and scooters, and bicycles are not to be used in the Community Center. This rule does not apply to wheelchairs, scooters, or walkers that are necessary for Member or guest mobility.
Members and guests are encouraged not to bring valuables. The Association and its agents are not responsible for the security or safety of any items brought into the Clubhouse.
Members or guests who violate the Rules and Regulations or the Governing Documents may have their access suspended after two violations within any two-month period. The termination of access will last no more than three months unless the Association’s Board of Directors determines that a longer period is appropriate. The Association may also levy fines to members for violations of the Governing Documents consistent with the Association’s fine schedule in Section 3.22.4 of the Bylaws.
Violators will also be liable for any damage to the Community Center. Members or guests who access the Community Center without permission are subject to police intervention and may be subject to criminal and civil penalties.
In addition to the general rules above, the following pool rules apply.
All Members and guests who use the swimming pool must sign the Pool Use Release and Liability Waiver Agreement. Members and guests must sign an agreement on behalf of minors or those who do not have legal capacity to sign the Liability Waiver Agreement.
Members and guests must follow and observe all posted regulations.
The Association’s Pool Committee, with approval of the Association’s Board of Directors will determine the pool season and hours of operation. Generally, and subject to the Board’s discretion, pool hours will be 8:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. during the pool season. The pool may be temporarily closed for routine maintenance or equipment repair as needed to ensure the safety of all users.
There is no lifeguard on duty. Use of the pool facilities is at the user’s own risk and after signing and returning the Release and Liability Waiver Agreement. The Association and its representatives will not be responsible for any injury or death arising out pool use. All Members and guests must follow the “buddy system” and not swim alone.
Members and guests must not use the pool unless they have had swimming lessons, know how to swim, or are otherwise accompanied by a “buddy” who is trained or knows how to swim. In addition, as stated in Chapter 333 of the Oregon Administrative Rules: "CHILDREN UNDER 14 -- BRING AN ADULT. Non-swimmers and children under 14 years of age need responsible adult supervision.”
Small and moderately sized inflatable toys, balls, and personal flotation devices are permitted so long as they do not unreasonably interfere with other pool users. No other inflatable devices (like water mattresses) or water guns are permitted.
No running on the deck, dunking, water fighting, diving, horseplay, or pushing into pool is permitted. In addition, no rough or disorderly conduct, loud music, disruptive or abusive language, or littering is permitted.
Persons not in control of natural body functions may not use the pool unless they wear plastic or rubber leakproof garments. Disposable diapers are not permitted because they can disintegrate and clog the pool filtering system.
Because this is a family pool, Members and guests must dress in appropriate attire with reasonable coverage. For example, no cut-off jeans, thong swimwear, or nudity is permitted. Street shoes are also not permitted in the pool or on the pool deck.
Pool users must take a cleansing shower before entering the pool.
If Members or their guests have a cough, shortness of breath, fever, chills, muscle pain, a sore throat or any other indicator of an illness or if they have tested positive for an illness within the previous 5 days, they are not permitted to use the pool. Members or guests who have had diarrhea or a disease communicable by water in the past two weeks are not permitted to use the pool.
Food is not permitted in on the pool deck or in the pool. Non-alcoholic beverages are permitted on the pool deck (but not the pool) so long as the beverages are contained in plastic or other unbreakable container. Members and guests must properly dispose of all trash in the appropriate receptacles upon leaving the facility.
In addition to the general rules above, the following clubhouse rules apply.
The clubhouse and kitchen are intended for exclusive use of its Members and their guests. They are not available for public use. The main clubhouse room and kitchen are available between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. daily on a reservation basis. Written reservation requests must be made at least seven days in advance. All reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis.
The maximum capacity of the Clubhouse is 45 persons.
Clubhouse use does not grant Members exclusive use of any other portion of the facility. For example, the pool must remain open to all residents during pool season and cannot be reserved for private functions. The clubhouse is equipped with a “catering kitchen” to be used only for warming or serving food. It is not equipped or approved for food preparation and must not be used for that purpose. Nothing may be used in the clubhouse or kitchen that constitutes a fire hazard including open flames except for candles on birthday cakes.
Members may reserve the clubhouse no more than four times per month.
Members must complete and submit a Clubhouse Facility Use Agreement at the time of the reservation.
A $250.00 refundable deposit is required for events. The deposit will be refunded after the event unless damage has been incurred or excessive cleanup is required after the event. Members will be responsible for any damage that exceed the security deposit amount. The Association will seek reimbursement through the Member’s insurance or repair the damage and levy an assessment to the Member or, as appropriate, The Elwood. Refunds are returned by mail following clubhouse inspection by the Association’s community management company.
Members must provide a copy of either their homeowners’ insurance policy declarations page, or other policy information showing that the Member has liability coverage for the Members’ clubhouse use of at least $100,000.00 per occurrence.
Members are personally liable for all damage and injuries. Members are also personally liable for the conduct of invitees.
As noted in the general rules, alcohol and smoking are prohibited.
To protect the clubhouse, no wet swimsuits or bodies are allowed in the clubhouse.
Members using the main clubhouse with kitchen are responsible for cleaning these areas following use, properly disposing of all trash, and turning off the lights and locking the building.
Specifically, the Member must:
Download and print the Clubhouse Cleaning Checklist.
Members failing to complete these tasks may be charged for any Association costs and may be fined.