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Do I need a health permit if I'm providing food at a park facility?: Any time food is being provided to the general public for a fundraiser, a Health Permit may be required. Environmental Health will determine if a permit is needed. A copy of a permit or notification from Environmental Health is required when providing food in such a manner.

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1. How do I find out if a park facility is available?: To find out if a park facility is available for rent, please call (209) 385-7426 or submit a Reservation Inquiry form.

2. Is there a fee schedule for County Park facility reservations?: Yes, the fee schedule for County Park facility reservations is located on the Facility Fees For Reservations page.

3. Do I need a health permit if I'm providing food at a park facility?: Any time food is being provided to the general public for a fundraiser, a Health Permit may be required. Environmental Health will determine if a permit is needed. A copy of a permit or notification from Environmental Health is required when providing food in such a manner.

4. Do I need a permit to provide, sell, or serve alcohol at a park facility?: Anyone providing, selling, or serving alcoholic beverages must provide the Parks Office with a certificate of insurance that includes the County of Merced as additionally insured for $1,000,000. There may be other requirements but contact the office for specific requirements.

5. What are play apparatus requirements at park facilities?: Anyone wishing to set up a bounce house, dunk tank, water slide, rock wall, sumo wrestling, or other play apparatus at a park or reservation site must provide a certificate of insurance that includes the County of Merced as additionally insured for $1,000,000. Please contact the Park Office for specific requirements.

6. How do I contact the Merced County Superior Court?

Administration - (209) 725-4101
Civil Limited / Small Claims - (209) 725-4109
Criminal Division - (209) 725-4113
Family Law - (209) 725-4117
Jury Commissioner - (209) 725-4121
Traffic Division - (209) 725-4107

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