University of �e Pacific

Homecoming Parade 2014

Saturday, October 18� @ 1pm

Pacific Avenue: Miracle Mile

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This Manual is published by the Associated Students of the University of the Pacific (ASuop) to assist all parade participants, sponsors, workers, and attendees in the understanding of the rules and regulations relating to the Homecoming Parade.

The information listed below is subject to change. ASuop will continue to revise this information as necessary in a timely manner to keep you informed.

The following information is provided to assist you in participating in a safe and problem-free parade. Your cooperation in following these guidelines is essential to the success of this year’s Homecoming Parade. Any questions should be directed to homecoming@pacific.edu

1. The parade will begin at 1:00PM on Saturday, October 18, 2014

2. The parade route will start at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Harding Way and will end at Pacific Avenue and N. Central Avenue (see map on page 6)

3. Groups are expected to have floats, costumes, and materials ready by their assigned check-in time. Entrance into the check-in area is on the corner of Harding & Lincoln St (see map on page 6). Only one person from your group needs to check-in your group at the registration table. You will be directed where to go after you report to the registration table.

4. You will be notified of your assigned registration time for

the parade via email by Friday, October 10th, 2014.

5. Groups are encouraged to participate in the parade in floats, walking entries, or riding in cars.

6. Active registered student organizations, in good standing, are eligible for a $500 cash prize for “Best Float”. University departments and non-University affiliated organizations are not eligible for the cash prize.

7. ASuop will provide 10 trailers and $250 worth of supplies, free of charge, for registered student organizations. Eligible purchases can be made through ASuop or via reimbursement. Trailers will be available and assigned on a first come first serve basis.

8. Student groups will have access to ASuop-provided floats starting at 5PM PST on Monday, October 13th, 2014. Float building will take place at Lot 2 near the Geosciences Building.

9. At the conclusion of the parade participants will be asked to exit their floats on N. Central Avenue. A shuttle will be available to pick up parade participants at N. Central Avenue to return them to campus.

10. Floats that are eligible for the “Best Float” award will be asked to return to campus for judging in Lot 2. Participating floats are not to be broken down until Sunday, October 19th, 2014.

2014 Homecoming Parade Rulebook

1. Entries will be accepted in the order they are received. There will be a cap on the total number of entries. Parade registration will open online on Friday, September 12th at 12:00PM.

2. Floats must tie into the Homecoming 2014 Theme: “Passport to Pacific”

3. All entries must be identifiable (carry a banner, name visible on float or vehicle, etc.)

4. Participants are allowed to hand things out but they must walk up to parade attendees to do so. Absolutely nothing may be thrown by parade entries during the parade. Units caught throwing anything from their entry will be removed and disqualified

from the parade and will not be permitted to enter 2015 Homecoming Activities.

5. Each entry will be checked for alcohol. There will be Stockton Police on hand to check all entries. If groups are found with alcohol, the may face consequences from the University and local law enforcement agencies. All entries found with alcohol in their possession will be disqualified from the parade. University student organizations found with alcohol will be disqualified from all other Homecoming competitions. Additional university sanctions may apply based on severity of the incident.

6. Smoking is prohibited on the parade route and in the check-in

area, before and after the parade. Entries with participants smoking on the floats or in the check-in area may be disqualified from the parade and future Homecoming activities.

7. Failure to report to the registration table at the specified time for check-in may result in a change of placement or disqualification from the parade.

8. Any float, walking, car, or performance entry that fails to complete the parade route may be disqualified from future Homecoming activities.

9. Driver must have a clear view through all windows and clear access to the door.

Requirements for all Entries

10. Float dimensions must not exceed 12’ wide x 45’ long x 15’ high. Float and entry size requirements must be adhered to. If dimensions are exceed your entry will NOT be allow to participate in the parade.

11. Any float or entry that does not meet safety requirements or is found unsafe by the Parade Coordinator, Stockton Police, or Fire Department will not be permitted to participate in the parade.

12. Student organizations who wish to use the parade as a means of job recruitment, political campaigning, or other third party activity must register to participate in the parade at a non-University entry and will not be eligible for the parade competition.

13. Any organization caught vandalizing will be disqualified and will not participate in the homecoming parade or any other homecoming competition.

14. All drivers must submit a driver waiver to participate in the parade.

15. All participants but submit a participant waiver to be in the parade.

Requirements for all Entries continued

1. Generators shall not be placed in enclosed spaces on vehicles. (Example: A hatchback vehicle with the hatch open is not an approved location for a gas-powered generator). Generators must be paced on the tow vehicle and must be capable of providing the needed electrical service. Each generator must contain a minimum of two electrical outlets.

2. Generators must be uncovered and not placed within 3’ of combustible materials.

3. Wiring connections must be secure and safe with no open splices or frayed wiring.

4. All heat sources (lights, etc.) must be located away from combustible materials.

Police Regulations for all Floats

5. Safety chains must be affixed to the float.

6. Individuals riding on the float must be situated in a secured location.

7. No open flames are permitted on floats or towing vehicles.

If your entry does not meet the above requirements and police regulations you will not be allowed to participate it the Homecoming Parade. All entries are subject to approval by the Director of Student Activities.

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2014 Homecoming Parade Route

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Parade participants will check in and wait in the designated parking lot. ASuop staff will be present for further instructions.

Key:

Start Finish

ShuttleWaitingArea

PerformanceCamera Spot

Check-In

Homecoming Parade Float Score Card

Organization’s name is on the float (25 points)

Judge Name: _________________________ Entry Name:__________________________

Float looks complete and professional (25 points)

Relates to the homecoming theme (50 points)

Design is original and unique (75 points)

Promotes Pacific school spirit (75 points)

0 5 10 15 20 25(no float) (looks mostly (100% complete) complete/presentable)

Yes No

0 10 20 30 40 50 (theme was (mostly related (theme was clear unidentified) to a theme) and well executed)

0 15 30 45 60 75 (no tiger/pacific (some use of) (very spirited) memorabilia) pacific memorabilia)

0 15 30 45 60 75(no originality) (moderate originality) (very unique)

Total Points: 250