Activities

Saint Joseph School District (SJSD) controls, operates, and maintains the athletic improvements, including the synthetic turf field and track system.

All policies governing access, use, scheduling, maintenance, and closure of the facility are administered by SJSD.

District students, teams, classes, practices, competitions, and scheduled events always have priority over public use.

Public access to the synthetic turf and track facility is permitted only during the public access season and within posted operating hours.

Public Access Season:

• March 15 – October 31 (weather permitting).

Winter Closure:

• November 1 – March 15 (winterization, freeze/thaw conditions, and surface protection).

Operating Hours (Public Use):

• 7:00 AM opening time applies only when school is not in session.
• Facility closes prior to darkness. No public lighting is provided.

Posted Seasonal Closing Times (Public Use):

• March 15 – March 31: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• April 1 – August 31: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• September 1 – September 30: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• October 1 – October 31: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

No public access is permitted:

• While school is in session.
• During practices, physical education classes, games, competitions, or scheduled district events.
• During maintenance, weather closures, or operational closures posted by SJSD.

Users must vacate the facility immediately upon request of district personnel.

Permitted:

• Walking and running in appropriate athletic footwear.
• Strollers with non-abrasive rubber wheels.

Track Spikes (Clarification):

• Track spikes are not permitted for general public use.
• Track spikes may be worn only during SJSD-approved athletic practices, competitions, or school activities.
• If spikes are used for an SJSD-approved activity, the only spike permitted on the track surface is 0.0 - 3/16-inch (4.8 mm) maximum pyramid spikes.
• Needle spikes, Christmas tree spikes, and any spike longer than 3/16 inch are prohibited.
• Track spikes are strictly prohibited on the synthetic turf field.

Prohibited:

• Cleats of any kind.
• Bicycles, scooters, skateboards, rollerblades, or wheeled equipment/vehicles.
• Heavy equipment, dragging sleds, or surface-damaging activity.
• Adhesive tape, chalk, paint, or markings not approved by SJSD.
• Food, gum, sunflower seeds, or glass containers on the track surface.
• Snow or ice removal by unauthorized persons.

The rubberized synthetic track surface installed by Fisher Tracks is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for five (5) years following installation.

• Warranty applies only to track surfacing materials and installation performed by Fisher Tracks.
• Deterioration resulting from misuse, abuse, or activities inconsistent with track and field use is excluded.
• Deterioration caused by damage to the underlying asphalt or concrete base (including cracking, shifting, vegetation intrusion, or water accumulation beneath the surface) is excluded.
• Striping is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship; normal fading due to regular use is expected and excluded.

• Vegetation control: Maintain a vegetation-free edge and control growth along the track perimeter to prevent root intrusion and base damage. Use approved systemic vegetation control products; petroleum-based sterilants are prohibited.
• Water management: Prevent irrigation overspray onto the track surface. Maintain drainage so water does not accumulate along the inside edge.
• Vehicles/equipment: No motorcycles, bicycles, horses, maintenance vehicles, or heavy equipment on the track. If equipment must cross the track, approved track crossover mats must be used.
• Wear management: Rotate practice lanes, starts, and hurdle/relay locations to distribute wear (lanes 1–2 typically experience the most traffic).
• Surface protection: Do not drag bleachers/equipment across the track; do not use the track as a staging or storage area; do not fuel equipment on the track surface; promptly address petroleum spills.
• Base maintenance: Repair cracks in underlying asphalt promptly using compatible crack sealing materials to prevent moisture infiltration and base failure.

Permitted:

• Athletic shoes or molded rubber cleats only
• Water only in sealed containers
• SJSD-authorized practices and events only

Prohibited:

• Metal cleats of any kind
• Track spikes of any kind on the turf surface
• Food, gum, sunflower seeds, candy, or colored beverages
• Glass containers
• Tobacco, vaping, alcohol, or illegal drugs
• Pets (except service animals; service animals must remain off turf)
• Chairs, coolers, tents, tables, canopies, or stakes
• Dragging equipment, sleds, or surface-damaging activity
• Golf or throwing events (Shot Put, Discus, Javelin, hammer…)
• Open flames, grills, fireworks, or combustible materials
• Vehicles, bicycles, scooters, skateboards, or wheeled devices unless authorized for maintenance

The synthetic turf system is covered by a manufacturer warranty issued by ATG Sports Industries, Inc. Warranty coverage is contingent upon the field being used normally as designed and properly maintained.

Warranty-related performance provisions include:

• Defects in material and workmanship
• Vertical drainage without ponding (minimum 15 inches per hour for the turf system)
• Average G-Max not to exceed 150 during the warranty period provided proper maintenance is performed
• Seam integrity for the life of the warranty
• Protection against excessive ultraviolet degradation and fading
• Turf remaining usable for intended athletic purposes during the warranty period

Any suspected warranty issue must be reported to SJSD immediately so SJSD can provide timely written notice to the manufacturer as required.

Proper maintenance is required to preserve playability and warranty coverage.

SJSD will maintain the surface through routine procedures such as:

• Grooming and infill redistribution
• Compaction monitoring and corrective maintenance
• Debris removal and contamination prevention
• Documentation of maintenance activities

To preserve drainage performance and prevent ponding:

• No introduction of debris, food, gum, seeds, or foreign materials
• No use during standing water conditions or when the facility is posted closed

Please report drainage concerns to SJSD Operations immediately.

All organized practices, camps, leagues, clubs, or group activities require prior SJSD approval and scheduling.

Outside organizations must execute a facility use agreement and comply with all warranty protection requirements.

Groups are financially responsible for any damage or extraordinary cleaning or repair costs.

Facility is monitored by video surveillance.

Violations may result in removal and/or loss of privileges.

Damage to district property may result in cost recovery, suspension of access, and/or law enforcement referral.

Presence on the facility outside posted hours may be considered trespassing and may be referred to law enforcement.

Unauthorized entry onto the facility when closed may be considered trespassing under Missouri law.

Use of this facility is at your own risk. SJSD assumes no responsibility for injury, loss, or damage arising from use.