ASHLAND — The Ashland County Park District is accepting bids for a five-year contact of 16 acres (2022-2027) located at Freer Field at the northeast corner of the field.
As for the rent and consideration, the Lessee promises to cultivate and maintain the land in the conformity with the best land conservation management.
If there are ruts that result from harvesting the hay, they must be repaired in a timely manner.
The Lessee shall use said property for the sole purpose of harvesting hay only.
The Lessee may not sublease this property or assign the duties to another individual without expressed written consent from the ACPD.
The Lessee agrees to mow and bale or green chop the hay from the field no later than eight days prior to the official start of the Balloonfest event each year. This requirement is the essence of this contract and there will be no exceptions.
The Lessee will not deny access to the land to any member of the public.
ACPD agrees to be responsible for all claims for damages, injuries, or other liabilities that may arise from any member of the public’s use of the land.
Bids may be mailed to the ACPD, 1301 Park Street, Ashland, Ohio 44805. Bids must be received by April 4, 2022. The winning bidder will be chosen on April 11, 2022 and notified shortly after. Rent shall be payable before Jan. 1 of each year. For questions, contact the park office at 419-289-3524.
