67th Jefferson County Watermelon Festival Parade
Sponsored by:
Carrie Ann & Co. Custom Catering, Brenda Sorensen, EA &
Stoutamire-Pavlik & Associates, Inc.
June 17TH, 2017
Contact Person*
Organization name *
Type, quantity & length of entry*
(1 float-15’, 1 truck/trailer-20’,
4 cars-50’, 3 horses, etc…)
Address *
Telephone Number(s)*
Address *
Entry Fee submitted*
(Check to: Jefferson County
Watermelon Festival-no cash)
Address *
Entries are judged, based on the
theme: Watermelon Time
Email Address
$
*Denotes required information
Parade entries are announced at the courthouse circle. Provide details or submit a script not exceeding
40 words. If not typed, please write legibly! If nothing is put down, who knows what we’ll say?!
ENTRY FEES:
The only exception to entry fees: Watermelon Festival entries (queens, etc…) & law enforcement. Please call if you do
not know where your entry fits into the fee schedule. (Returned checks, i.e. NSF; will result in a $25 fee).
$10
$20
$30
Individuals, Livestock
Political, Child Care
Corporations
Non-Profit (501-3(C) only)
Small business, County
Other area festivals
Religious, Sports Teams
Other non-profit (organizations, etc)
ALL Entries w/3 or more vehicles
DISCLAIMER:
I hereby release Jefferson County Watermelon Festival, Inc., Chamber of Commerce of Jefferson County, City of
Monticello and all other parties involved with Jefferson County Watermelon Festival of any and all responsibilities from
any liability in connection with the participation of the above person(s), group, animal(s) and/or organization in the 2017
Jefferson County Watermelon Festival parade.
Further, by signing this entry form I also agree to abide by attached Rules & Regulations.
_________________________________________________________________________
Authorized Signature and Title of Representative
Date
(Must be 21 years of age or older and officially designated as a spokesperson
for the organization. Electronic signature is legally binding).
Make check payable to Jefferson County Watermelon Festival
Submit application & entry fee to:
Monticello/Jefferson Chamber of Commerce
ATTN: Parade Chair, Lisa Reasoner Hall
420 W. Washington St, Monticello, FL 32344
Phone 850-445-4457
APPLICATION & ENTRY FEE DUE BY FRIDAY, JUNE 2ND, 2017
***All applications subject to final approval of the parade committee***
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67th Jefferson County Watermelon Festival Parade
Sponsored by:
Carrie Ann & Co. Custom Catering, Brenda Sorensen, EA, &
Stoutamire-Pavlik & Associates, Inc.
Application, Rules & Regulations (Keep This Page For Your Records)
The Jefferson County Watermelon Festival Parade is intended to be a celebration of Jefferson County’s history
and culture. Entries are approved by the committee based on quality and entertainment value. It is understood
and agreed that all decisions by the Parade Committee to accept or decline applications are FINAL and that
entry fees of declined applicants will be returned.
Parade commences at 10:00 a.m. Saturday June 18th, 2016. All decorated units must be in assigned position by
9:00 a.m. for judging to begin. This year’s theme is ‘WATERMELON TIME’. Think clock, calendar, tick tock,
a watch…anything with a ‘time’ theme. The six winning categories are: Best Merchant; Best Civic or Group; Most
Unusual; Spirit Award; Best Theme and Best In Show. (Late arrivals are ineligible for prizes).
PRIZES
Best In Show winner receives $100
All other winners receive $40
Framed certificates are awarded at the courthouse circle, with the check mailed.
RULES
Units must be no higher than 20 feet from street level, no wider than 15 feet
Motor vehicle drivers must have valid Driver’s License & proof of current insurance as required by FL law
All vehicle & trailer brake/headlight/tail lights must be in good working order
All towed units shall be connected with safety chains consistent with Florida law
It is recommended that a fire extinguisher be available on each float
Candy, toys, etc... CANNOT be thrown from moving vehicles. Items must be handed out by WALKERS
No fast or dangerous driving, ‘wheelies’ or tire spinning
Units with multiple rows must keep safe distance between each row
No tricks and/or stunts allowed at the courthouse circle
Absolutely no firearms (real or fake) may be carried on floats, by walkers or mounted on parade units –
exception: law enforcement officers carrying holstered, standard issue weapons.
Audio, including bull horns are only allowed for music; no announcements are to be made.
No small children are to walk directly beside, in front of or behind motorized entries, and must have
transportation available to avoid delays.
All minors shall be accompanied by adult at all times.
Animal units must provide clean-up personnel to follow them, and must be available at time of judging.
Failure to supply clean-up personnel results in disqualification and forfeiture of entry fee.
NO projectile launcher or other devise commonly used to launch, hurl or throw any object, liquid,
material or other substance, including “supersoakers” or water cannons may be used in the parade.
Line up areas MUST be clear of all trash or a $25 fine may be assessed.
USE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES/ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES ARE NOT TOLERATED.
Parade Officials and Law Enforcement oversee parade activities and will escort any entry becoming reckless or
in violation of these rules from the parade. The group or individual removed forfeits their entry fee, is ineligible
to participate in the 2018 Watermelon Festival parade and only permitted under strict probation in future years.
Questions? Contact Parade Chair, Lisa Reasoner Hall at [email protected] or 850-445-4457
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