The Prince George County Board of Supervisors approved new Parks & Recreation activity rules Oct. 14 that set standards for department-issued uniforms and equipment, participant conduct, and inclement-weather procedures, while directing staff to return with clarifying language and minor edits.

Staff presented the rules as administrative guidance to govern items such as county-issued jerseys and socks, prohibited alterations to county property, and unsportsmanlike conduct enforcement. Superintendent Roxel told the Board the rules were reviewed by legal counsel and intended to make expectations clear for players, coaches, volunteers and spectators.

Why it matters: The policy aims to standardize recreation program administration, protect county-issued property, and give staff clear authority to eject participants or spectators for unsportsmanlike conduct. The rules also touch on apparel and messaging that could be construed as county endorsement.

Board concerns and direction: Several supervisors asked for clearer language about what constitutes allowable non-uniform apparel (for example, wristbands, headbands, face paint, or padding) and how offensive messaging would be handled. Supervisors proposed a brief clarifying list and stronger registration or acknowledgement procedures. Staff said registration will require users to view policies and acknowledge them electronically; the Board asked to add or confirm a signed acknowledgement option for parents/coaches.

Approval and follow-up: Supervisor Cox moved to approve the activity rules as presented and asked staff to return with amendments at the Oct. 28 meeting; Supervisor Webb seconded. The roll call was Brown -- yes; Webb -- yes; Pew -- no; Cox -- yes. The motion carried.

Ending: Staff will implement the rules for upcoming registrations but will return with clarified wording and an updated acknowledgement process for users and coaches at the Oct. 28 meeting.