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(A substantial waitlist has been compiled. Preference will be given to West Des Moines residents. However, if you would like to be placed on the wait list for future seasons, please complete the form at the bottom of this page.)

   

 

Boat Locker Rental Information

 WDM Resident  Non-Resident
 $125 per locker  $190 per locker
 

Boat Locker Rental Rules

  • Preference will be given to West Des Moines residents.
  • The City of West Des Moines will recognize only the person whose signature appears on the application as being the responsible holder of the canoe/kayak space. At no time may this individual sub-lease the use of the rented storage space.
  • Renters assume all risks to persons and/or property. The City of West Des Moines is not liable for any injury, damage, or loss that may occur, including vandalism, theft and/or weather.
  • Term of annual rentals is March 1 through February 28.
  • The annual rental fees will be paid when the contract is signed at the beginning of the rental season. If the terms of the contract are not met, the City may cancel the contract with no refund of the rental fee.
  • Rental fees are not prorated or refundable.
  • Current renters will have first right of refusal in subsequent years.
  • Renewals:

o If not renewing, notice of non-renewal must be given to the City by February 1. Watercraft and all other contents must be removed by March 1 to allow for use by another renter. If not removed by March 1, the City reserves the right to remove lock on locker and remove contents. Contents will be temporarily stored by the City at an off-site location for 30 days. After 30 days, the City reserves the right to dispose of the contents.
o If renewing, payment of the annual rental fee must be made by March 1. Renters who have paid by the deadline will not need to remove their watercraft or other contents. If payment is not made by the deadline, the City reserves the right to remove lock on locker and remove contents. Contents will be temporarily stored by the City at an off-site location for 30 days. After 30 days, the City reserves the right to dispose of the contents.

• The City holds the right to inspect lockers on request. All units will be inspected annually. The City reserves the right to require all contents of a locker be removed at any time for inspection, maintenance, or cleaning of the locker.
• Costs to repair damage caused by the renter to the locker may be charged to the renter.
• Raccoon River Park is tobacco and nicotine free.
• Renters are responsible for providing their own locking device.
• Any watercraft must be fully contained within the designated space. No items unrelated to the watercraft or use of the watercraft can be stored in the locker.
• Watercraft must not exceed 18 ft long, 35 in. wide, or 18 in. tall.
• Storage units are for non-motorized watercraft only. No fuel, petroleum products, or chemicals of any kind can be stored in the locker.
• All shall obey all laws set forth by Iowa DNR. Including, but not limited to:

o Properly register and display registration on your watercraft.
o All watercraft must have at least one USCG approved wearable type I, II, III or V personal flotation device (PFD) for each person on the watercraft. Children 13 and under must wear a PFD at all times. We strongly urge all others to also wear their PFD at all times.
o Follow proper night lighting regulations.

Boat Locker Rentals Contact Information

City of West Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department
515-222-3424
boathouse@wdm.iowa.gov

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If you would like to be added to a waitlist for Boat Locker Rentals at Raccoon River Park, please complete the questions below.

 

Please note the following:

  • Term of annual rentals is March 1 through February 28.
  • Current renters will have first right of refusal in subsequent years.
  • Renewals:

o If not renewing, notice of non-renewal must be given to the City by February 1. Watercraft and all other contents must be removed by March 1 to allow for use by another renter. If not removed by March 1, the City reserves the right to remove lock on locker and remove contents. Contents will be temporarily stored by the City at an off-site location for 30 days. After 30 days, the City reserves the right to dispose of the contents.
o If renewing, payment of the annual rental fee must be made by March 1. Renters who have paid by the deadline will not need to remove their watercraft or other contents. If payment is not made by the deadline, the City reserves the right to remove lock on locker and remove contents. Contents will be temporarily stored by the City at an off-site location for 30 days. After 30 days, the City reserves the right to dispose of the contents.

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If you would like to be added to a waitlist for Boat Locker Rentals at Raccoon River Park, please complete the questions below. Please note the following: Term of annual rentals is March 1 through February 28. Current renters will have first right of refusal in subsequent years. Renewals: o If not renewing, notice of non-renewal must be given to the City by February 1. Watercraft and all other contents must be removed by March 1 to allow for use by another renter. If not removed by March 1, the City reserves the right to remove lock on locker and remove contents. Contents will be temporarily stored by the City at an off-site location for 30 days. After 30 days, the City reserves the right to dispose of the contents. o If renewing, payment of the annual rental fee must be made by March 1. Renters who have paid by the deadline will not need to remove their watercraft or other contents. If payment is not made by the deadline, the City reserves the right to remove lock on locker and remove contents. Contents will be temporarily stored by the City at an off-site location for 30 days. After 30 days, the City reserves the right to dispose of the contents.
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