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Parks board approves volunteer screening policy pending formal definition of “volunteer”
Summary
The Columbus State Parks Board approved a policy package requiring screening and abuse-prevention training for volunteers and contracted staff, with implementation contingent on staff returning with a clear definition of “volunteer.” HR will seek legal review.
The Columbus State Parks Board voted to accept a draft policy requiring criminal-background screening and initial and annual abuse-prevention training for volunteers, contracted staff, pool staff and interns, but requested that staff return with a formal definition of “volunteer” before full implementation.
Board members said the policy is meant to tighten safeguards for minors and vulnerable adults who use park programs. Board member Karen Cody moved to approve the policy as written “once we define volunteer,” and Board member Mark Ellis seconded the motion. The…
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