General Policies

University Policy Number 1110

Subject: Vending Sales and Solicitation Policy

Responsible Parties: Assistance Vice President, Auxiliary Enterprises

Procedures: Vending Sales and Solicitation Procedures

Related University Policies: Poster Posting Policy; Space Utilization and Scheduling

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I. SCOPE

The policy applies to the sale and distribution of products, goods, food, beverages, services, and newspapers by GMU and non-GMU organizations and individuals. It applies to all University Departments, faculty, staff, students, contractors, and the general public at all George Mason University locations, owned and leased.

II. POLICY STATEMENT

The purpose of this policy is to promote the following goals: protect faculty, staff, students, contractors and University guests from commercial and non-commercial exploitation and harassment preserve the aesthetic atmosphere of the University, avoid disruption of the University’s educational mission and to promote safety and security in University facilities and on University grounds.

George Mason University facilities and grounds are intended primarily for the use of its students, faculty, and staff in their efforts to advance the educational mission of the University. No use shall be permitted which is inconsistent with the mission of the University or which shall result in undue competition with local commercial enterprises; nor shall any funds raised in connection with activities conducted in University facilities be destined to purposes which are exclusively religious or political, with the exception of recognized University student groups, or to personal profit with the exception of University employees running special approved projects and programs, or to further causes which are adverse to the well being of the University.

III. DEFINITIONS

Definitions are contained in the Vending Sales and Solicitation Procedures.

IV. RESPONSIBILITIES

Policy Administrator: The Assistant Vice President for Auxiliary Enterprises is responsible for administering this policy. The Policy Administrator will review this policy on a yearly basis, propose changes as necessary, and ensure such changes are communicated to the University community.

Responsible Parties: The following individuals have delegated responsibility for the authorizing of vending sales and solicitation activities as directed by this policy within their areas of responsibility:

Director,  Student Centers	1. Johnson Center, Student Centers I & The Hub 2. Johnson Center Plazas and  SUB I/ Fenwick Quad
Director, Campus Operations, Arlington	1. All buildings and grounds, Arlington Campus
Director, Campus Operations, Prince William	1. All buildings and grounds, Prince William Campus

V. PROCEDURES

The procedures pertaining to this policy will be maintained by the Office of the Assistant Vice President for Auxiliary Enterprises.

VI. COMPLIANCE

1. University and non-university organizations and individuals are expected to comply with the policies that apply to their particular activity. Failure to comply may result in permission for the activity being revoked and/or a denial of permission for future activities.

2. Requests for waivers or exemptions to this policy must be made to the Assistant Vice President for Auxiliary Enterprises or his/her designated representative.

VII. EFFECTIVE DATE AND APPROVAL

The policies herein are effective as of September 30, 2011. This Policy shall be reviewed and revised yearly or as necessary.

Approved:

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Maurice W. Scherrens
Senior Vice President

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Peter N. Stearns
Provost

Date approved: May 24, 2004
Revised: September 30, 2011