Food and Beverage

• Moss Ridge will provide a list of preferred catering companies which will be used for all food services. Moss Ridge will provide all beverages. Certain cakes will be allowed in from other companies although they must be obtained from licensed bakers.
• Event menus need to be finalized with the chosen catering company before your event.
• All food and beverage sales are subject to state sales tax and 18% service charge.
• Food and alcoholic beverage may not be removed from premises due to state regulations.
• All bars will close at 11:30pm. All federal, state, and local laws with regard to food and beverage purchase and consumption are strictly adhered to. Your cooperation with our staff is appreciated.
• We cannot serve alcohol to anyone under the age of 21. If there is a question of age, picture ID will be required.
• Moss Ridge is available for your function until 12:00 am.

Deposit
A non-refundable deposit is required at the time you book your event. A $500 deposit is required to secure an event date (unless otherwise noted). A deposit schedule will also be provided, and adherence will be required. A $100 deposit is required on all golf outing events.

Room Assignment
Rooms are booked to various parties according to anticipated guaranteed number of guests. If there are fluctuations in the confirmed attendance, Moss Ridge reserves the right to accordingly reassign the room.

Linen and China
Room rental prices include tables, chairs, standard white table linens and all buffet linens. Skirting will also be provided for any additional tables such as the head table, the gift table, etc. Table napkins and china must be ordered through the chosen preferred caterer.

Cancellations
Additional deposits will be refunded only if the cancellation occurs 45 days of more prior to your event. Event cancellations within 25 days of the scheduled date of the event will be assessed one half of the estimated event total for food and beverage. We will use the estimated number of guests on the contract for cancellation purposes. Average menu pricing for lunch and dinner will be used to estimate the per person cost, if a set menu has not been determined. Payment is required upon cancellation.

Room Rates

Linen
White linen will be provided without charge. Different colors are available for an additional charge.

Guarantees

• Food and beverage prices are subject to change due to market conditions. Menu prices will be guaranteed sixty days prior to your event.
• Your guaranteed attendance is required ten days in advance of your event. Please contact your event manager at 231.853.5665 with your confirmation. If we are unable to obtain a guaranteed count from you, we will use the highest estimated number of guests provided as the final count for room setup, food preparation, and billing.
• Your guaranteed count is your minimum charge and guarantees may not decrease. If you have additional attendance, you will be charged for extra persons. Our banquet supervisor will confirm attendance with your designated representative the evening of the event.
• Should your guaranteed attendance fall below 75% of your estimated count, additional room rental rates may be applicable.

Liability/Damage

• Moss Ridge reserves the right to inspect and control all private functions. Liability for and damage to the premises will be the responsibility of and charged to the sponsoring organization. The party in charge of the function is responsible for the conduct of all who attend.
• Moss Ridge will not assume responsibility for the damage or loss of any merchandise or articles left in the banquet room prior to or following the scheduled event.
• Moss Ridge may require a property damage deposit for various functions. This damage deposit is totally unrelated to the deposit required to reserve event space. Pending the result of a full inspection of the banquet room and related are as, all or a portion of the deposit will be returned, via email, to the group.
• An additional $100.00 may be assessed, under Moss Ridge’s discretion, if more than the standard clean-up is required.

Tax Exemption
At the time of booking, a tax-exempt certificate for the State of Michigan must be submitted in order for tax exemption to occur.

Payment

• All payments must be made by cash, check, or cashier’s check.
• Payments made with American Express, Visa, or MasterCard are subject to a 3% fee
• It is the client's responsibility to adhere to deposit schedules.
• Final payment is due seven days prior to your event.
• Total bill is due at the conclusion of the event.

Outside Services

• All performers and other entertainment must be cleared with the Moss Ridge management. All entertainment should end by 11:30pm, and be out of Moss Ridge facilities by 12:15am.
• Musicians, photographers, etc. will be booked by the person in charge of each event and will be solely their responsibility.

Decorations

• Decorations must be coordinated with management and must meet fire regulations. All candles must be glass enclosed NO open flames allowed.
• Items are not to be taped or tacked on walls, ceilings, or surfaces in meeting rooms and banquet rooms, lobbies, etc. State fire regulations require that all materials be free standing.
• Confetti and glitter are not allowed.

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