The Rotary Reserve features a large, year-round multi-purpose building for group gatherings with an indoor seating capacity of 300 people. Its remote and tranquil location on the banks of the Cedar River make it ideal for weddings, receptions, reunions, retreats, business meetings, festivals and other large group events. The building is fully accessible for persons with disabilities. The center has a 3,600 square foot multi-purpose room that is heated and air conditioned. The southeast wall consists of 15' high windows with a spectacular view of the grounds and the Cedar River. A large expansion of the deck including two levels, a gazebo, B-B-Q grills, and a pavilion was completed in 1999. Both are accessible from the multi-purpose room, allowing access to the grounds below. The grounds include a large open playing field with access to the Cedar River and the pond. This makes it possible for your group to enjoy a spacious recreational area in conjunction with the building.
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The Rotary Reserve is located on the west side of the Cedar River, northwest of Cedar Falls. The entrance drive is located opposite the corner of Mark Road and North Union Road.
* From Thunder Ridge Mall (on Hwy 57) go west 1¼ miles, then north (right) on Union Road for 4 miles, then east (right) at Mark Road for ¼ mile.
* From Hwy 218 North of Cedar Falls turn west on Cedar-Wapsi Road (C57) for 3.5 miles, then south (left) on Union Road for 1 mile, then east (left) at Mark Road for ¼ mile.
The lodge includes the use of the surrounding grounds and parking lot. The parking lot will accommodate 100 cars. The lodge seats approximately 300 people. There are folding tables and chairs for 300 people. 40-8’X30” and 38-5” round tables. The kitchen includes 2 refrigerators, 1 freezer, 2-30” electric stoves, 2 microwaves, one-90 cup coffee pot and a three-compartment sink with garbage disposal, and a serving counter. The outside cooking pavilion has 3-3’x5’charcoal grills. A P.A. system is provided. There is a fireplace that may be used with firewood available from the Black Hawk County Conservation Board. Only wood provided should be used. Please make arrangements for firewood with the Park Ranger. The bundles of split firewood will be placed by the fireplace and ready for your use. There is no mantel over the fireplace.
Viewing the facility: The facility may be viewed by appointment only. Appointments need to be made by calling the Black Hawk County Conservation Board Office, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM at (319) 433-7275 or E-mail us at: conservation@co.black-hawk.ia.us.
Minimum Age: Must be at least 21 years of age or older to reserve the Rotary Reserve and must be present during the event.
Rental fee deadline: The rental fee is due at the Black Hawk County Conservation Board’s main office (1346 W Airline Hwy, Waterloo, IA 50703) within ten (10) days from making your reservation. PLEASE BE COURTEOUS AND NOTIFY THE OFFICE WITHIN THESE 10 DAYS IF YOU DECIDE NOT TO RESERVE THE FACILITY.
Damage deposit: A damage deposit of $300 is required for the use of the facility. Due date: The damage deposit is due at the Conservation Board’s Main Office (1346 W Airline Hwy, Waterloo, IA 50703) two (2) weeks prior to your reservation date. All or part of any deposit may be retained against cleanup costs, damage, or loss incurred. If damages exceed the deposit(s), you will be held responsible for full payment.
Checks: The check for the rental fee must be written separate from the damage and keg beer deposits (if applicable). Money orders will not be accepted for deposits. Checks must be payable to the Black Hawk County Conservation Board. A $30.00 service charge is applied to all checks returned.
Deadlines: The rental fee is due within ten (10) days of making the reservation. The damage deposit and keg beer deposit is due two (2) weeks prior to the reservation date.
Alcohol: Hard liquor is not allowed. Beer, wine and champagne are allowed under the following conditions:
Security Officer:
A minimum of one uniformed security officer must be present when any alcohol is being served or consumed.
The reservation holder is responsible for arranging for a security officer. The administrative staff of the Black Hawk County Conservation Board must approve the Security Officer. The security officer will be paid directly by the reservation holder.
Due date: You must notify the office with your choice of security officer two (2) weeks prior to your reservation date.
Keg Beer: Serving keg beer requires an additional deposit of $100 and a Keg Beer Responsibility Agreement form must be signed by an individual 21 years of age or older. This must be signed IN PERSON at the Conservation Board’s Main office (1346 W Airline Hwy, Waterloo, IA 50703) two (2) weeks prior to your reservation.Decorations: You must check with the Park Ranger for any special decorating needs. Decorating is allowed as follows:Pushpins, Velcro or tape may be used on the carpeted walls.Pushpins may be used in the large wooden ceiling beams to attach decorations.Tape may be used on concrete block pillars and fireplace to attach decorations.
Decorating is prohibited as follows:
No two sided tape, duct tape, staples, screws or nails are to be used Attach nothing to the acoustic ceiling panels
Keep balloons away from ceiling fans
No tape on floors
Set-up and takedown: You are responsible for setting up and arranging the tables and chairs, and for returning all tables, chairs and any equipment to their original locations.
Cleaning Services: You are required to hire our cleaning crew. At the end of your event, you will leave a check, made out to the cleaning crew. The Conservation Board or the cleaning service is not responsible for any items left in the building after your event.
Other Regulations:All decorations, materials, equipment and food must be removed immediately after your event. Please make arrangements with the rental companies prior to your rental date.Chairs may be used on the deck only. Chairs are NOT allowed on the lawn. All chairs must be brought back into the building when you event is finished
The Rotary Reserve Lodge is a smoke-free building.
The Rotary Reserve is governed under the rules/regulations of the BHCCB.Park Rangers reserve the right to enter the lodge in case of emergency to address maintenance or security problems.Park Rangers are given the authority to refuse rental privileges and rescind any and all rental permits for cause.
You must report any damaged or missing items that are part of the Rotary Reserve.
It is prohibited by law to place signs or decorations on any roadway signs leading to the Rotary Reserve area.