Guarantees
A final confirmation or “Guarantee” of your anticipated number of guests is required by 12:00 noon four (4) business days before any banquet function otherwise a per person penalty will be applied. This guarantee may not be reduced. Each room carries a minimum guarantee. Catering staff will be happy to provide you with more details.

Gratuities, Service Charge and Taxes
A seventeen percent (17%) gratuity and applicable state and local taxes will be added to all prices. If your company/agency is exempt from taxes, the tax exemption number must be provided at the time of “guarantee.”

Cancellations
The advance deposit is fully refundable if cancellation notice is received within forty-eight (48) hours after signing of contract. In all other cases, the advance deposit is not refundable and will not be transferred to an alternate date.

Food Items
The Renaissance Center does not permit food items to be brought onto the property from any outside source. Wedding cakes are the exception.

Banquet Amenities
Rental of banquet room(s) includes linen tablecloths, napkins, and security. A special message can be placed on our marquee. Equipment such as a podium with microphone is available on request at no extra charge.

FEES
To create a perfect venue for any banquet, the patio area and adjacent side rooms are available for cocktail hour at the affordable price of $300.00. The rental fee for the Ballroom is $300.00. This amount covers white linen table clothes, napkins, and skirting for the tables. Colored linens are sold for an additional fee. Brides Room is $75.00. Cake cutting is $1.25 per slice effective November 1, 2007.

Entertainment
We will be pleased to provide you with entertainment referrals for a reception, banquet, cocktail party, or business function.

Ice Carvings
Magnificent ice carvings of swans, eagles, hearts, baskets, or an ice tray can be provided for your occasion. Advance notice is required. Basic carvings are $250.00. Customized ice carvings can be provided for an additional charge. (Please see Amenities.)

Flowers
The catering staff will be pleased to provide referrals to meet your floral requirements.

Decorations
The Renaissance Center has a number of beautiful décor options available for rent. If you are interested, please speak with one of the catering staff. Complete the enclosed decorating guidelines form and return it to the catering department with your signed contract.

Cleanup
Access to the hall for decorating purposes is two (2) hours before your scheduled event. Cleanup is to be completed one hour after the event ends. Cleanup is NOT the responsibility of Renaissance Center staff expect for décor rented from the Renaissance Center. A $150.00 per hour cleanup fee will be billed to the customer if appropriate cleanup does not occur within the specified timeframe.