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Football season is just around the corner and we are excited to open our 2008 home schedule in Aggie Stadium on the UC Davis campus. In preparation for our first home football game on September 13 against Portland State University, we would like to remind you of the rules and regulations pertaining to the consumption of alcohol and ask for your cooperation.

The size and location of Aggie Stadium offers unique opportunities to foster traditions of spirit and support for student life, while also contributing to the stewardship of university community members, alumni, donors, and friends. The attached document provides important information pertaining to approved Game Day Activities and spectator parking. The defined activities and designated parking areas are the same as last year and were developed by a committee composed of individuals from the Office of Administration, University Relations, Student Affairs, and student constituencies.

As a friendly reminder, all Aggie Stadium spectators must be cognizant that the University of California, Davis is obligated to support the laws of the state of California. UC Davis police officers are responsible for responding to and correcting problems in the parking lots and other venues associated

with the display of open alcoholic beverage containers and/or the consumption of alcoholic beverages. While we want you to enjoy your day at the Stadium and the social activities that surround it, we are asking you to do so responsibly and in compliance with UC Davis policy and associated laws.

Please read the attached Game Day Activities document and observe the laws and rules that govern the use of UC Davis facilities. Again, welcome back to campus for the start of the 2008 season!

Sincerely,

Annette M. Spicuzza
Chief of Police

Greg Warzecka
Director of Athletics

It is illegal to display open containers or to consume alcoholic beverages in a public place without a proper permit. This pertains to all University property, including parking lots.

It is also illegal to possess or consume alcoholic beverages in the Stadium, except in approved venues.

The University of California, Davis is committed to establishing and maintaining safe conditions for persons attending football games or other athletic events in the Stadium or concerts in campus facilities. Accordingly, the rules enumerated below will apply to all such events and be strictly enforced.

(a) The possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs is prohibited. In addition to having the beverages or drugs confiscated, violators may be subject to UC Davis disciplinary action and/or legal proceedings, and removal from the events.

(b) Air horns, glass bottles, cans, picnic baskets, bota bags, ice chests and thermoses are prohibited. Individuals possessing such items will not be admitted in the Stadium until the items have been stored temporarily at locations for that purpose or disposed of in some other manner.

5-4.02(a) Public Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages

Misdemeanor
(a) Unlawful. It shall be unlawful for any person to drink any beer, wine, or other alcoholic beverage, or to possess any open alcoholic beverage container on any public parking lot, on any private parking lot held open to the public, on any public street, sidewalk, alley or walkway, or in any place held open to the public within 250 feet of any establishment selling alcoholic beverages. This section shall not apply to any public parking lot adjoining a public park where drinking is permitted.

Picnic Style Activities:
• Aggie game day activities will be ALCOHOL-FREE in a variety of campus locations and UC Davis parking lots. Groups may eat, drink (non-alcoholic), BBQ and celebrate stadium events in two pre-determined parking lots.
• Only propane barbeques will be permitted in these two lots.
• Charcoal or other BBQ types which require dumping or dispersing of coals will not be allowed.
• Tables, tents, televisions, and other common picnic related gear will be allowed and encouraged in the two parking lots.
• Fans will be required to occupy only one parking space per vehicle.

Where:
• Picnic style activities will be allowed in parking lots 30 and 56.
• In all other parking lots, (see attached campus map), use of a barbeque of any kind will not be permitted. Signage will be posted at the entry to parking lots explaining this policy.

When:
• Picnic style activities will be allowed in Lot 30 and Lot 56 beginning 3 hours prior to kick-off. UCD staff will be onsite at these lots.

Items encouraged:
• Propane BBQs, tables, chairs, food, coolers, canopies, music, flags and banners.

Lot 30: • Will be available to the public on a first-come, first-served basis on game days and open until filled.
• All those without a valid campus parking permit will be required to pay $6.00 upon entering the lot.
• RVs are allowed in Lot 30, but must pay for all spaces occupied.
• Overnight parking will not be allowed, and vehicles may be cited if improperly parked.
• Two portable restrooms and one trash dumpster will be placed in Lot 30.

Lot 56: • Lot 56 is completely reserved and designated for members of TeamAGGIE or game personnel as specified by Intercollegiate Athletics (ICA).
• Current TeamAGGIE members contributing at a specified donation level will need to display an ICA-issued Parking Pass to Lot 56 and will be able to picnic.
• No spaces will be for sale on game-day.
• No RVs will be allowed in Lot 56.
• Overnight parking will not be allowed, and vehicles may be cited if improperly parked.
• Two portable restrooms and one trash dumpster will be placed in Lot 56.
• Detailed information will be available at www.teamaggie.com.

Stadium Parking Policies / Procedures

Special event parking will be provided by TAPS pre and post-game at the West Entry Parking Structure (WEPS), and Lots 30, 40, 41, 53, 56 and 57.

No alcohol will be allowed in the parking lots. The lots will be patrolled by the UCD Police Department (UCDPD). If alcohol is present, police may first give a warning, but could issue a citation. The citation would be a misdemeanor.

General Rules:
• All persons assume all risks of personal property damage.
• Keep all sidewalks and roadways clear for others to pass.
• Respect the parking lot and campus grounds, do not litter. Place all trash in parking lot dumpsters.
• Inappropriate behavior (deemed by UCDPD) may result in citation.
• Parking on/in anything other than a marked parking space is prohibited.
• Parking areas must be clear within one hour of the completion of a game.
• Propane BBQs are allowed in lots 30 and 56.
• Use of charcoal or other type of BBQs is prohibited.

Items / Actions Prohibited:
• Alcohol of any type.
• Cones or other items used to block off spaces.
• Any item that blocks a roadway or walkway.

Special Event Activities For Sponsored Organizations

The following information outlines how sponsored groups intending to provide beer and wine service on game days will use special event areas. The three specific areas located inside and outside of Aggie Stadium are:

The Bruce Edwards Club Room:

The Club Room is located on the ground level of the press box on the west side of the stadium where all TeamAGGIE reserved / season ticket holders sit (a non-student section). ICA will use this room as a gathering spot for select groups of donors and special guests of the university. Food, beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages will be served pre-game and at half-time in this room.

* The Bruce Edwards Club Room is located within the controlled Box Seat area and is not accessible to General Admission spectators.

* Processes for controlled entry and exit from the Club Room (so that alcohol does not leave the premises) will be handled by stadium security.

* UCD student seating is located on the east side of the stadium.

Streng, Taormino and Warren Grove:

The Streng, Taormino and Warren Grove, located on the south-west lawn area outside of the stadium is the primary gathering area for TeamAGGIE donors and other campus units wishing to participate. The activities involve:

1. A cordoned off area that will allow TeamAGGIE members to relax and enjoy pre-game camaraderie. While the space is limited, other campus units or departments might coordinate a joint effort with ICA. For further information please call (530) 757-8468.

2. Food service provided through a corporate sponsor. Picnicking will also be allowed for fans wanting to bring pre-made food. No outside alcohol will be permitted.

3. Beer, wine and non-alcohol beverages will be available for purchase. Alcohol service would be controlled through the sale of a ticket and wrist bracelet. No one will be allowed to leave the area with alcohol. Service will conclude 15 minutes prior to kick-off.