Purpose
To replace the current City of Maricopa Team Sports Code of Conduct & Misconduct Procedure
with the new City of Maricopa Athletics Code of Conduct. The City of Maricopa Athletics Code of
Conduct is to promote behavior that allows everyone to participate in programs in a safe and
respectful environment.
Scope
This policy covers all City of Maricopa Athletics programs.
Policy
It is the duty of the Recreation staff to see that the rights of individuals to participate in Athletics
programs are upheld. Misconduct will not be allowed in the City of Maricopa Athletics programs.
The staff is responsible for identifying incidents of misconduct and for enforcement. Any Athletics
program participant who displays misconduct may be subject to exclusion/suspension from the
program or facility. Exclusion length, including permanent exclusion or trespass, is at the sole
discretion of the City of Maricopa. Questions regarding interpreting these guidelines will be
referred to the Manager on Duty.
Definition
Misconduct is behavior that violates facility rules or the facility code of conduct, is illegal,
dangerous, leads to or could lead to injury, or interferes with an individual's right to enjoy the
program.
Misconduct may include, but is not limited to, the following:
1. Failure to comply with staff instruction regarding City policy or facility rules
2. Verbal abuse or harassment of staff, volunteers, or participants
3. Bullying/intimidation/threats/fighting
4. Disrespectful or disruptive behavior
5. Theft or vandalism; Littering
6. Possession or use of weapons in violation of city code 9.60
7. Alcohol, tobacco, or substance use
8. Refusal to leave the program area or facility when instructed by staff
9. Not following the activity rules you are participating in
10. Using profanity/profane gestures/gang signs and colors
11. Taking pictures or videos in restrooms and locker rooms or taking photographs or videos for
commercial use in any area of the facility without approval from Recreation Management
12. Use of multimedia beyond a personal level and without the use of headphones. Loitering, canvassing, or soliciting
14. Use of the facility for monetary gain or business ventures without approval from Recreation
Management, regardless of whether a fee is charged to the participant(s)
15. Appearances deemed inappropriate or unsuitable for a specific activity or environment,
including profane or vulgar images, inadequate dress, accessories, personal items, etc.
16. Being accompanied by an animal other than a service animal
17. Engaging in sexual misconduct, including, but not limited to, inappropriate public displays of
affection, voyeurism, or exhibitionism
18. Having neglected bodily hygiene, meaning hygiene that is offensive as to constitute a nuisance
to staff or other members*All participants sign this CODE of CONDUCT during the registration process and therefore agree to adhere to this Code of Conduct during the season at all practices and games.