Community Service Application
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Rev. 04/2016
By submitting this application, I affirm that the facts set forth in it are true and complete. I
understand that if I am accepted as a volunteer, any false statements, omissions, or other
misrepresentations made by me on this application may result in immediate dismissal. I
acknowledge that I am required to follow all instructions given by my supervisor or his/her
designee, to perform all assigned duties and to follow all rules of the City of Gardner. I agree to
demonstrate a good attitude and willingness to perform the duties assigned in a pleasant manner.
While working for the City of Gardner, I will:
Arrive clean, neat and appropriately attired.
Not consume alcohol or illegal drugs before or during my volunteer work assignment.
Not distribute literature of any type.
Not bring other people with me during my volunteer working hours.
Avoid the use of profanity while on site.
Not engage in inappropriate behavior with employees, members of the public or other
volunteers.
Applicant Signature: Date:
If the applicant is under the age of 18 years old, a parent or guardian must sign his/her consent to
the terms and conditions of this application below:
Parent/Guardian Signature: Date:
Background Check
I understand that the City of Gardner will conduct a background check prior to acceptance as a
community service volunteer. I agree to provide the necessary information as requested and
further understand that said background check may include a review of sex offender registries
and/or criminal history records (CORI request form attached hereto for execution by applicant).
Applicant Signature: Date:
Indemnity
I, for myself, my personal representatives and dependents hereby release, indemnify and hold
harmless the City of Gardner (the “City”), its elected officials, directors, employees, agents and
other volunteers from any and all liability in connection with any injury I may sustain, including
any injury caused by negligence, in conjunction with the volunteer activities for the City.
Further, I, for myself, my personal representatives and dependents hereby release, indemnify and
hold harmless the City, its elected officials, directors, employees, agents and other volunteers
from all damages, judgments, expenses, including reasonable attorney fees, costs of liabilities in
law or equity suffered because of damage to my personal belongings or any property that may
arise out of, or as a consequence of my negligent or intentional acts while volunteering for the
City.