PUT-IN-BAY GOLF CART RENTAL AGREEMENT
Put-in-Bay Golf Carts, LLC
399 Loraine Ave., Put-in-Bay, Ohio 43456
Terms and Conditions
1. DRIVER ELIGIBILITY
Renter certifies that all drivers are at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver’s license. Renter assumes responsibility for all operators of the golf cart during the rental period. Driver/operator must match the driver’s license on file.
2. COMPLIANCE WITH OHIO LAW
The golf cart shall be operated in compliance with the Ohio Revised Code, and Village of Put-in-Bay ordinances. Golf carts must follow all traffic laws applicable to motor vehicles.
3. PUT-IN-BAY OPERATING RULES
The golf cart shall NOT be operated on South Bass Island State Park property, private property without permission, or off paved roadways. The cart may not carry more passengers than available seats (4 persons for 4-passenger cart, 6 persons for 6-passenger car, 8-persons for 8-passenger cart). All passengers must remain seated while the vehicle is moving. Seat belts must be worn where installed.
4. CHILD SAFETY SEATS
Per Ohio law, Children who are up to four (4) years old and less than forty (40) pounds are required to be in a child safety seat or any child who is eight (8) years old or less and under four feet nine inches (4’9″) in height are required to be in a booster seat. Company is not liable for providing child seats or booster seats, but may at its choosing. Company is not liable for the proper installation of child-seats, which must be installed by the driver or parent.
5. NIGHT OPERATION
When operating after sunset, headlights, turning signals, license plate light, and tail lights must be illuminated, visible, and operational.
6. PUT-IN-BAY NOISE ORDINANCE
Renter agrees to comply with Village of Put-in-Bay noise regulations including restrictions on excessive noise or amplified music from the vehicle. Quiet hours are typically enforced between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM. Violation may result in immediate termination of rental with no refund.
7. PROHIBITED USES
The golf cart shall not be operated under the influence of alcohol or drugs, by an unlicensed driver, in a reckless manner, in races or stunts, for towing, or outside South Bass Island. Violation may result in immediate termination of rental with no refund.
8. VEHICLE CONDITION
Renter acknowledges the cart was inspected prior to rental and accepted in good operating condition. Any damage must be reported before leaving the rental location.
9. DAMAGE RESPONSIBILITY
Renter agrees to pay for all damages including collision damage, property damage, tire damage, broken parts, missing keys, towing, administrative fees, and loss of use. Renter authorizes Company to charge the credit card provided for these costs.
10. LOSS, THEFT, OR NON-RETURN
Renter is responsible for the full replacement cost of the golf cart if it is lost, stolen, or not returned. Wheel locks are provided for overnight rentals to help ensure the safety of the cart. Failure to utilize the lock is at the risk of the renter.
11. ASSUMPTION OF RISK
Renter understands that operating a golf cart involves risks including collisions, roadway hazards, driver error, and passenger injury and voluntarily assumes all risks associated with operation.
12. LIABILITY RELEASE
To the fullest extent permitted under Ohio law, Renter releases and agrees to hold harmless Put-in-Bay Golf Carts, LLC, its owners, members, employees, and agents from claims or damages arising from use of the golf cart except in cases of gross negligence.
13. INDEMNIFICATION
Renter agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Company from any claims, lawsuits, legal expenses, or attorney fees arising from renter’s possession or operation of the golf cart.
14. MOVING AND NON-MOVING VIOLATION FINES
Renter agrees that pursuant to ORC. 4521.09, and 4521.03, in the event Renter incurs penalties or fines for moving, non-moving, or other parking violations, Company shall forward the ticket to the Renter for payment. Should Renter not pay the ticket within 30 days, Company shall pay the ticket and shall bill the credit card associated with the rental or seek repayment. Renter hereby authorizes Company to charge the credit card on file for reimbursement of these fines and fees. Renter agrees to pay an additional $5.00 per occurrence of fines as stated in this section as an administrative fee for the labor and resources spent by Company to pay and administer such a fine, fee, or “ticket”.
15. LATE RETURNS
Late returns may result in hourly or additional daily rental charges. Such charges will be made automatically to the credit card on file or deducted from the security deposit. Hourly charges only for late return fees will be pro-rated to the nearest 15 minutes (.25 hour).
16. RENTAL TERMINATION
Company reserves the right to terminate the rental immediately for unsafe operation or violation of this Agreement with no refund. Common causes for immediate rental termination are: reckless operation (“exhibition driving”, “sport racing”), underage or unlicensed driver, overloading, driving under the influence, operating while intoxicated, off-roading, private or public parking violation resulting in towing.
17. SMS POLICY
By providing your mobile phone number, you consent to receive SMS messages from Put-in-Bay Golf Carts, LLC related to our rental software.
You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying with “STOP” to any SMS message you receive from us. After opting out, you will receive a confirmation message, and we will cease sending SMS messages to your number.
If you need assistance or have questions about our SMS service, reply with “HELP” to any SMS message you receive, or contact our customer support team at info@putinbaygolfcarts.com
Message frequency may vary.
Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your carrier.
Your phone number will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, available at https://vquip.com/privacy-policy/. We do not sell or share your phone number with third parties except as required by law.
Phone numbers provided will not be used for marketing purposes.
18. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Ohio. Venue for any dispute shall be Ottawa County, Ohio.