2022

Huntsville—Madison County
Veterans Parade

Rev F

Huntsville—Madison County Veterans Parade Planning Commission

Rev F, 13 Sept. 2022

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

A. The Parade Event 3

B. Intent 4

C. Parade Registration 5

D. Parade Entry Standards (Float, Band, Marching Unit, Vehicle(s)) 6

E. Day of the Parade……………………………………………………………10

F. Parade Marshals / Traffic Control 11

G. Lineup 11

H. Clowns 12

I. Animals 12

J. Special Criteria / VIPs / Elected Officials 13

K. Safety and Cleanliness 13

L. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 16

M. Assumption of Risks/Exculpatory Clause regarding COVID-19………….18

The Veterans Day Parade Committee maintains the right to be selective of parade entries.

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A. THE PARADE EVENT

1. The “Huntsville / Madison County Veterans Day Parade”, also referred to as

“Veterans Day Parade” or “Parade”.
2. This event has been an annual event in Huntsville for over 21 years.
3. The Parade is scheduled each year on Veterans Day on Nov 11th.
4. Pre-Parade entertainment starts at 10:00 AM at the Veterans Memorial Park. The
opening ceremony takes place at 11:00 AM in front of the reviewing stand across from
the park. A cannon is fired at 11:11 AM to start the Parade.
5. The parade will begin at the Veterans Memorial Park on Monroe Street in Huntsville.
The route is shown on the map below.
6. Spectators are encouraged to watch the parade anywhere along the Parade Route.
However, most of the activities will be taking place at Veterans Memorial Park area.
7. Floats, bands, and other Parade participants will assemble at the City of Huntsville’s
“Lot K”, across from the Post Office on Clinton Avenue.
a. Expect to arrive between 8:30 AM and 10:15 AM. Late entries will be placed
at the rear of the Parade.
b. The Parade route has changed. This year the parade will end at the
Gateway Green Way Park on the corner of Meridian Street and Cleveland
Avenue (near the AM Booth’s Lumberyard). The city will provide
transportation for those that need to return to Lot K after the parade.

Figure 1. Parade Route

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8. For safety reasons, throwing anything into the crowd from the parade route is strictly
PROHIBITED. Handouts or giveaway items are to be listed as part of your entry. If you
are handing out items, you must walk to the spectators, handing out items individually
and keeping pace with your entry.
9. All vehicles’ entries must display proof of current insurance, and the driver must have a
valid driver’s license to participate. License and proof of insurance will be checked for
each entry before parade movement.

B. INTENT

1. We ask all Parade participants to adhere to the standards of contact delineated herein
and be mindful of the spirit and intent of the event. The Parade Committee reserves
the right to decline any participant’s request to participate for ANY reason
and/or ask a participant to exit the Parade on the day of the parade.
2. The intent and purpose of the Veterans Day Parade is to honor our nation’s
Veterans by respectfully and positively recognizing their military service in the
United States Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, National Guard,
Coast Guard, and Merchant Marines). The parade is intended to positively
recognize those who have served in the Armed Forces who protected the citizens
of the United States and preserve our freedom, and all persons or organizations
who wish to honor our Veterans are welcome to participate.
3. This Parade is a televised, family-friendly event. Activities shall be in good
taste and reflective of the patriotic spirit of our community and your support
of Veterans.
4. Parade participation SHALL NOT be used to support, endorse, or oppose a politician,
political candidate, political party, military objective, or social or political cause,
disparage another person, politician, or group, and not primarily to advertise any
company, cause, or political interest.
5. Political campaigning is discouraged, and political candidates may not enter the
Parade. Elected officials may enter the Parade but not if they are also campaigning
for another office.
6. Groups are encouraged to come together in their own name, in their own regalia to
honor Veterans on Veterans Day.

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C. PARADE REGISTRATION

1. Entrants must complete a Veterans Day Parade Entry Application Form in its
entirety. Entries will attend one of two meetings with the Parade Committee
where these instructions will be read and agreed to. Entries MUST include what
type of attire the unit will be wearing for the parade AND what type of items they
will be carrying or displaying. All entries are subject to approval by the Veterans
Day Parade Committee to ensure adherence to the standards and guidelines.
Missing information on the entry form may delay this approval process. Entries will
be notified of parade acceptance or declination.
2. The deadline to register for the Parade is Monday, October 10, 2022.
3. All entries must register at www.waff.com; the site will be live after Labor Day.

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The following information is required:

● Name of the organization and/or group:

● What do you plan to enter in the parade? (Band, Float, Marching Unit, Vehicle(s),
Animals, or Other)

● The number of vehicles and type:

● Contact name:

● Contact phone number (of the person who will be at the parade, driving a float,
etc.)

● Contact e-mail address:

● Description of your organization/group as it will be read on-air during the

parade:

● Description or diagram of your entry’s appearance, signage, logos, etc.

A GOOD description:

● is brief (can be read in less than 15 seconds)

● mentions your group and your Parade entry and how they are honoring Veterans

● Mentions people or events that represent your support for Veterans

Example: Acme Plumbing is proud to support our Veterans. On our company float today,
we have Flags representing all the military services including a flag for our POWs and
MIAs. Representatives from our company who served in the military services are riding in
the truck including a WWII veteran who is a family member of one of our employees.

D. PARADE ENTRY STANDARDS - No Politics – No Causes – No

Lobbying - No Intolerance – No Hate - only Honoring Veterans!

1. PARTICIPATION: All parade participants must adhere to the standards of contact

delineated herein and be mindful of the purpose, spirit, and intent of the event. The
Parade Committee reserves the right to decline any participant’s request to
participate in the parade. The Parade Committee reserves the right to ask a
participant to exit the parade if the participant or entry is considered political,
hateful, indecent, or does not hold to the theme of the parade.

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2. THEME: Design your float to match the parade theme, “Honoring all who
served.”

3. SIZE LIMIT: Each parade entry is limited to 150 members (except bands). Any
entries larger than this who wish to participate in the Veterans Day Parade will be
split up into two or more separate units to create a steady flow for the overall parade.
4. ESCORTS: If there is a need for official escorts for a unit, they should be an
integral part of each parade unit. Official escorts participating in the parade are
limited to five escorts per 50 people. (150 entry limit = 15 escorts maximum per
unit). Escorts MUST be in patriotic attire and be an actual part of a marching unit.
5. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL WALKING PARTICIPANTS: Because of
the length and pace of the parade route, all persons marching in the parade must
be able to keep up with the parade pace and be able to complete the approximately
2.5-mile route (barring any unforeseen, unplanned circumstance which would
require a participant to drop out from the parade route.)
6. TRASH (PACK IT IN AND PACK IT OUT): Entrants must ensure that all trash
generated by their entry while in the staging and de-staging areas is disposed of
properly. This includes any staging needs, such as decorations, wooden pallets,
paper, empty water bottles, etc. Trash bins will be provided, and entrants are
requested to take their trash to these disposal areas.
7. REPORTING PARTICIPATION CONCERNS. If you witness criminal activity or
activity likely to damage life or limb, please immediately report the activity to the
Huntsville Police Department or call 911 to report a crime. If you witness a Parade
participant who does not appear to be adhering to the Parade guidelines, you may
bring that to the attention of the Parade Officials for possible follow-up action;
however, if that offense is not illegal or unsafe (Police actionable), we ask that you
limit your activities to your own group and enjoy your part of the Parade.
8. APPAREL: Parade apparel must be appropriate to the parade theme. DOD
regulations allow for those who are on active-duty, active-reserve, or on orders to
be in uniform. For retired service members, uniform wear is optional. Please note:
Flag etiquette prohibits the wearing of the American flag as clothing.
9. VETERANS GROUPS, RELIGIOUS GROUPS, or SOCIAL CAUSE GROUPS: The
Veterans Parade is designed to show your support for Veterans. It will not be used
to support/ endorse/ oppose a politician, political candidate, political party, military

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 objective, or social or political cause. The intent of your float/ entry should be to
support Veterans, not to disparage another person, politician, or group, and not to
advertise any cause or political interest.

10. MUSIC: Bands are encouraged to play music along the entire length of the parade
route for the enjoyment of all spectators. Bands are also strongly encouraged to
play patriotic music and military marches. Floats should have recorded or live
patriotic music and military marches.

11. VEHICLE AND FLOAT DECORATIONS: Vehicles entered in the parade

should be either of historic or military significance or have some Veteran
connection. If not, they must be able to provide a service to the parade (i.e.,
carrying a parade grand marshal, novelty, VIP, etc.). ALL civilian vehicles shall be
decorated in a patriotic theme to bring more attention to the service of our Veterans.
Tow vehicles for floats or other entries should also be decorated in a patriotic
theme. Vehicles shall also maintain the parade pace.

12. WORKING & INHERENTLY PATRIOTIC: Organizations working the Parade

(police, fire, military, scouts, bands, media, etc.) do not require additional
decoration.
13. Parade Entry Competition:
Judging of entrants is divided into three classes: general entry, military/marching units,
and marching bands. Each of the classes will be further broken down into divisions
described below.

a. General Entry. This class will have four divisions: Commercial, Veterans
Organizations, Youth Organizations, and Other Clubs/Organizations. Entries will
receive a subjective score on a scale from 1 to 5 from each judge which will be
averaged to determine the winner. Criteria for judging consists of the following:

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 ● Name Visible. Is the name of the organization visible, but not the focus of the
entry?
● Fits Theme. Does the entry adhere to the theme, “Honor all who Served”?
● Originality. Does the entry reflect originality and creativity in design and concept?
● Craftsmanship. Does the entry reflect superior quality of construction?
● Costuming. Are participants in a costume that supports the theme of the parade?
● Tow-Vehicle Decorated. Is the tow vehicle decorated?
● Inspiring. Does the entry inspire a sense of patriotism and service?
● Includes Veterans. Are Veterans part of the entry?

b. Military/Marching Units.
This class will have three divisions: JRTOC, ROTC, and Military Units. Entries will
receive a subjective score on a scale from 1 to 5 from each judge which will be
averaged to determine the winner. Criteria for judging consists of the following:

● Color Guard. Entries are awarded points for the performance and appearance of their
color guard.
● Uniform Appearance. Are participants in a common uniform? Do uniforms look sharp?
● Alignment. Do ranks stay aligned as they march?
● In Step. Are participants in step?
● Auxiliary/General Effect. Does the entry have a rifle team? If so, what is the quality of
performance? If no rifle team, then points are awarded for the overall performance of
the entry. Are movements crisp? Do they march well as a unit?

c. Marching Bands.
This class will have three divisions: Middle/Junior High School, High School, and
College/University. Entries will be judged on the following criteria:

● Musical Performance.
● Marching Performance.
● Percussion.
● Auxiliary (Flag, Rifle, Majorettes)
● General Effect.

d. Patriot Award. In addition to the awards within the classes and divisions, all
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entrants may compete for the Patriot Award which recognizes the entry that most
effectively exhibits the ideals of honoring veterans and adheres to the theme of “Honor
all who Served”.

Day of Parade

1. Lot K procedures:

a. Floats, bands, units, vehicles, etc are expected to arrive at Lot K entrance
between 08:30 and 10:15 am. Please do not be late.

b. Come to Lot K by traveling from the west on Clinton Avenue and proceed to
the entrance of Lot K which is across the street from the US Post Office. Check-in
with the Parade Marshals there before proceeding to your Lot K location. This will
be a congested area so please be patient.

c. The Parade Marshals in Lot K will direct you to your correct location in Lot K.

2. Holmes and Monroe Avenue Line-Up:

a. If you are told prior to the parade that your entry will be staged on Holmes or
Monroe Avenues, please proceed to that location by traveling west on Holmes to
that location.

b. All entries must check-in with the Parade Marshals in the section where you
line up. They will have your vehicle number and will take care of checking you in
via radio.

3. Parade Marshals in Lot K and on Holmes and Monroe Avenues will assist in the
placement of your parade number. Ensure your organization is identified on the
FRONT, RIGHT-FRONT, or on the RIGHT SIDE of your display if you want to be
identified by the media (TV broadcast).

4. The driver must always stay with the vehicle. Follow the parade entry in front of
you! Parade Marshals will periodically adjust the placement of entries.

5. The driver must always stay with the vehicle. Follow the parade entry in front of
you! Parade Marshals will periodically adjust the placement of entries.

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 Parade Participants:

• The driver must stay with the vehicle at all times… simply follow the Parade Entry that
is in front of you! Parade Marshals are checking placement at all time Parade
Coordinator, Keith Langewisch, at hsvvdparadmarshalls@gmail.com

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F. Parade Marshals - Traffic Control

1. OBEY POLICE. All participants will take direction from the Huntsville Police
Department, the Madison County Sheriff, and deputies, all uniformed Law
Enforcement Officials, and the Parade Marshals (US Army Warrant Officers
Association).
2. OBEY MARSHALS. For the sake of safety and the flow of the Parade, Parade
Marshalls (wearing yellow “US Army Warrant Officer” vests) will work to ensure
proper intervals between entries.
3. NO STOPPING. ENTRIES SHALL NOT STOP IN THE PARADE ROUTE for any
reason other than an emergency, including any precision or drill unit presentation
or gymnastics, etc.

G. Lineup

1. The Parade Marshals (Warrant Officers) will direct your entry to its location in the
formation.
2. Parade Marshalls are provided a list order of entries by the Parade Planning
Committee prior to the day of the Parade.
3. The parade line-up is not first-come, first-served! Many factors affect positioning.
Some of these factors include:
a. The Honor/Color Guard is the lead element of the parade. (Honor)
b. The military units, police, and fire departments are dispersed throughout
the parade in case they are needed. (Safety)
c. Bands should not be placed near military units so the military units
can hear the marching cadence. (Sound)
d. Small children’s organizations (Brownies, Cub Scouts) should not be
placed near Military Vehicles. (Safety)
e. These are guidelines. The Parade Marshals have the authority to adjust
as needed to account for gaps, missing entries, oversized entries, etc.
Safety is always a first consideration.
4. Special accommodations are made for the Floyd E. ‘Tut’ Fann Veterans Home.
The vehicle driver should plan to arrive during normal line-up times. Veterans
riding on the float may show up together later and will be escorted to their float by
Parade Marshals.

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H. Clowns

1. Standard theatrical circus / performing clowns are welcome in the Parade. The
Shriners organization is a good example of an acceptable clown that is used to
entertain spectators.
2. Scary clowns that are meant to scare, frighten, or intimidate are not permitted in
the Veterans Parade.
3. Coulrophobia is a fear of clowns, even good clowns. Professional clowns should
already know that some people can have a negative reaction to clowns even if
the clown is not dressed evil or fearful.
a. Clown performers should never approach a person, especially a child if that
person exhibits any indication of being afraid or intimidated.
b. Clown performers, upon seeing fear, are instructed to immediately turn
away from that person and continue down the Parade Route.
c. Clown performers that pursue a frightened spectator or escalate a
negative situation will be asked to leave the venue immediately;
their supporting organization will be notified, and that performer will
be banned from further Parades. It is the Performer’s
responsibility to de-escalate a negative situation, not the
spectator’s.

I. Animals

1. Animal owners are responsible for the conduct of their animals. The Veterans
Day Parade is not responsible for the control of your animal. The owner or handler
is responsible for injuries or damage to property. When in doubt, leave your animal
at home.
2. All dogs brought to the parade must be always on a leash and under the constant
control of a responsible owner or handler.
3. Small animals, not used to a leash (cats, etc.), must ride inside a vehicle or on a
vehicle and under the control of the owner.
4. Waste deposited by animals must be immediately collected by the animal’s
responsible person. Uncollected waste will result in Police involvement with a
possible ticket and a ban from future Parade participation.
5. Horses are welcome and are placed at the end of the parade; horse
involvement must include pooper-scooper personnel.
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 6. It is the animal owner’s responsibility to de-escalate a negative
situation, not the spectators.

7. Trained service dogs that assist handicapped persons are welcome in the Parade
to accompany the handicapped person. Please contact the Parade Coordinator,
Keith Langewisch, if you plan to bring a service animal that is not a canine.

8. Support/comfort dogs that assist persons are welcome in the parade to accompany
their owner under the conditions set above.

J. Special Criteria / VIPs / Elected Officials

1. Service members and veterans who have a military medal with a Valor device
are asked to identify themselves and sit in the VIP seating behind the reviewing
stand if they are not in the parade. Please contact Ms. Megan Gully, Parade
Protocol at megan.c.gully.civ@army.mil or Barbie Baugh at mytwins3@yahoo.com
for information.

2. Elected Officials, Officials-elect who have not yet taken office, and Flag
Officers (Generals and Admirals) are asked to contact Ms. Megan Gully, Parade
Protocol at megan.c.gully.civ@army.mil or Barbie Baugh at mytwins3@yahoo.com

3. Military personnel will work through Ms. Megan Gully, Parade Protocol at
megan.c.gully.civ@army.mil or Barbie Baugh at mytwins3@yahoo.com

K. Safety and Cleanliness

1. WATER: Each participating entry should provide their own water, food, snacks,
etc., for the members of their own organization.
2. GIVE-AWAYS: (Police-enforced).

a. No person shall distribute, throw, toss, or hand out any item from a vehicle, float or
any platform or conveyance attached to or powered by a vehicle, human or animal.
Items may be distributed hand-to-hand along the parade route to persons standing
on the sidewalk, or in other closed-off areas, by persons on foot who are
accompanying units in the parade.
b. Any person who is driving, operating, or in control of a vehicle, float, or any platform
or conveyance attached to or powered by a vehicle, human or animal shall be in
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 complete control of the vehicle, float, platform, or conveyance and all occupants at
all times. Further, they shall avoid all activities and/or distractions that would render
them incapable of maintaining such control. This shall include, but not be limited to,
the use of cell phones, television sets or other video monitors, video and/or audio
recording devices, drinking, eating, etc. Failure to strictly adhere to these conditions
shall result in the driver or operator and/or vehicle or conveyance being removed
from the event.
3. WALKING: Walkers must be able to complete a two-mile walk comfortably to
be a ‘Walker’ in the Parade.
4. ELDERLY / INFIRMED: The elderly, handicapped, or those otherwise unable to
sustain the Parade walking pace are encouraged to ride in a vehicle.
5. WASTE: Provisions must be made to clean up all waste, in all forms, from any
animal, deposited on the roadway, right-of-way, and assembly or disband areas.
a. Sufficient personnel shall be provided to ensure that this is done immediately
upon deposit.
b. Failure to provide sufficient personnel will result in the animal(s) and rider/
owner being removed from the parade lineup or route.

6. STATE LAWS: All persons operating or riding on a vehicle that requires that
specific safety equipment be used during its operation, such as helmets, shoes,
etc., must obey all applicable state laws and municipal ordinances regarding the
use of these items.
7. TRAFFIC LAWS: All motor vehicle laws are strictly Police-enforced along the
parade route and in the assembly and disbanding areas. Any person violating these
laws or ordinances will be removed from the parade or assembly and disbanding
areas.
8. CANCELLATION:
● The Parade Committee may cancel the event if extreme weather moves in. This
will be in conjunction with WAFF Channel 48 Weather and the Huntsville Police
Department.

● Should it be deemed unsafe to COVID-19/Pandemic conditions in the

Huntsville-Madison County area, The Parade Chairman may cancel the Parade
after consultation with local Government officials.
● The Huntsville Police Department may terminate or temporarily suspend this event
for cause when existing or imminent conditions pose an immediate danger to the
safety, health, or life of bystanders, spectators, participants, the public, and/ or
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 public employees involved in or working the event. These conditions may include,
but are not limited to:
● Extreme weather conditions (any condition or event that does, or may, pose a
threat to the safety or life of any person or damage to property),
● Manmade or natural disasters,
● Lack of sufficient personnel to maintain normal Police or other emergency
functions
● The Huntsville Police Department’s decision is final and overrides the Parade
Committee about anything safety or security related.
● These actions are all designed to promote a safe, orderly, and clean event for
bystanders, spectators, participants, the public, and public employees
involved in or working the event. Persons or units engaging in these actions
will be subject to removal from the parade.
9. The Huntsville / Madison County Veterans Day Parade, the Committee, and the
City of Huntsville cannot be held liable for costs incurred for you to prepare and
participate in the parade even if the parade is canceled. No one wants to cancel a
parade and it is only canceled if the Parade Committee Chairman and/or the
Police deem it is in the interests of the safety of the community to do so.

L. VETERANS PARADE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)

How do I know that I am registered for the parade?

Answer: It is important that the right point of contact is listed on the registration form. It
should be the person who will be in contact with Parade officials. If you registered
properly at www.waff.com, the registration asked for your e‐mail address. After finishing
your application, you should receive an e‐mail reply confirming you registered. If you
did not receive an e‐mail confirmation, you can either re‐register or send an e‐mail to
the Parade Coordinator, Keith Langewisch, at hsvvdparadmarshalls@gmail.com
requesting confirmation that you are registered.

I signed up early in the year. Will that make me closer to the front of the line?

Answer: Not necessarily. The Parade line‐up is not first‐come, first served. Many
factors affect positioning. Some of these factors include that Honor/Color Guard is
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placed upfront; the first 15 positions are pre‐set each year; military units, police, and fire
departments are dispersed throughout the Parade in case they are needed; bands are
not placed next to military units; and small children’s organizations (Brownies, Cub
Scouts) are not placed behind large Military Vehicles.

Where should I go with my entry (float, band, etc.) on Parade Day?

Answer: Your float, band, unit, vehicle, etc. should arrive at “Lot K” (across from the
Clinton Ave. Post Office ‐ see map) between 8:30AM and 10:30AM on Parade Day.
Enter the city from the west on Clinton Drive. Go straight on Clinton past the intersection
of Clinton and Heart of Huntsville (Police will be there). You will turn into “Lot K”. All
entries must check in with the Parade Marshals at the entry of “Lot K”. The Parade
Marshals will then show you where to get in line. Your entry will remain in place until the
parade starts moving. Just stay behind the entry in front of you unless directed to stop
by a Parade Marshal.

What happens if I don’t register my Parade Entry at waff.com and I just show up
for the Parade?

Answer: Your entry will not be allowed to participate in the parade.

Do I have to check in with the Warrant Officers if my entry is not pre‐ positioned
at Lot K?

Answer: Some float entries are “pre‐positioned”, for instance, Vets with Vettes are
pre‐positioned to meet the Wounded Veterans coming out of the breakfast. Also,
entries 1 – 10 are pre‐positioned from the park all the way back to Lot K. We ask that
a representative of those groups go over to the Warrant Officers at Lot K and verbally
check-in. If you are not being prepositioned please drive all elements of your float,
band, or entry to Clinton Avenue, check in with the Warrant Officers, and be placed in
line.

What is the Parade Route?

Answer: (See map on Page 3) It is a 2‐mile route. The Parade starts in Lot K (on the
corner of Clinton and Woodson). This year the parade will end at the Gateway Green

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Way Park on the corner of Meridian Street and Cleveland Avenue (near AM Booth’s
Lumberyard). The city will provide transportation for those that need to return to Lot K
after the parade.

What if I witness something illegal or inappropriate?

Answer: It is not appropriate for any parade spectator or participant to police the
Parade or to make corrections that you personally deem inappropriate. If you witness
something illegal, please immediately report the activity to the Huntsville Police
Department (or call 911). However, if you see a person, group, or object that is
offensive, you may bring that to the attention of the Parade Officials for follow-up action
if warranted. Groups listed as Active Hate Groups by the FBI are not invited and will not
be permitted to participate in this private event.

a. Please note that just because you do not like a group or what they stand for,
does not make that group a Hate Group.
b. Any group that circumvents the spirit of our Parade will be asked to leave. This
includes not honoring veterans or primarily advertising their business, political, religious,
or social platform.

Who can I contact for more information?

Answer: E‐mail the Parade Coordinator, Keith Langewisch, at

hsvvdparadmarshalls@gmail.com .

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M. ASSUMPTION OF RISKS/EXCULPATORY CLAUSE REGARDING COVID-19.

The Huntsville-Madison County Veterans Day Parade Committee will make any necessary
changes, restrictions, and/or cancellations as needed, because of the ongoing COVID
pandemic. We recommend reviewing our Assumption of Risks/Exculpatory Clause
regarding COVID for more accurate information, below. The Applicant is fully aware that
there are special dangers and risks inherent in this activity, including, but not limited to,
serious physical injury, death, or other harmful consequences, that may arise directly or
indirectly from participation in this activity. Being informed of these risks and in
consideration of being allowed to participate, you assume all risk of injury, damage, and
harm to any member arising from participation.

1. I agree that I and/or persons in my family involved in any way in the Program will fully
comply with all federal, state, county, and City ordinances, codes, rules, regulations,
executive and/or emergency orders, and to strictly follow the protocols as directed by the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States Department of Labor
Division of Occupational Safety and/or the Alabama State Department of Health Services,
arising from, addressing, or related to COVID-19 and/or any other threats to public health.

2. I agree that effective physical distancing and proper hygiene can only be accomplished
through personal responsibility, and it is each person’s individual duty to protect
themselves, their families, and the community, and doing so is the sole responsibility of
myself, the other participants, and the other parties involved in the Program.

3. By signing this agreement, I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and the
risk that I may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by attending the Huntsville-Madison
County Veterans Day Parade activities and that such exposure or infection may result in
personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death. I understand that the risk of
becoming exposed to or infected by COVID-19 at Huntsville-Madison County Veterans Day
Parade activities may result from the actions, omissions, or negligence of myself and
others.

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4. I voluntarily agree to assume all the foregoing risks and accept sole responsibility for
any injury to myself, including, but not limited to, personal injury, disability, death, illness,
damage, loss, claim, liability, or expense of any kind, that I may experience or incur in
connection with MY attendance at Huntsville-Madison County Veterans Day Parade. On
my behalf, I hereby release, covenant not to sue, discharge, and hold harmless and
indemnify the Huntsville-Madison County Veterans Day Parade Committee, of and from
any-and-all claims, including all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs, or expenses of
any kind arising out of or relating thereto. I understand and agree that this release includes
any claims based on the actions, omissions, or negligence of the Huntsville-Madison
County Veterans Day Parade Committee, whether a COVID-19 infection occurs before,
during, or after participation in the Huntsville-Madison County Veterans Day Parade
program.

Signature of Representative ___________________________________________

Date_________________________

I have reviewed and understand the 2021 parade rules & regulations. Failure to comply
may jeopardize future participation. __________ (initial)

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