City of Burleson

Does the city operate a recreation center? The city operates a community center for the enjoyment and recreational use of its citizens. It is located at 500 Chisenhall Park Lane. To become a member, bring proof of residence and $3.00 per person to the center to get your membership card or pay the hourly rate of $1.50. Non-resident rate is $25.00 per year. The hours of operation are: M-F, 8 a.m. - 9:30 p.m., Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., and Sundays, 12 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. For more information call 817-295-8168.
Does the center have rooms available for rent? Yes. The center rents a room capable of seating up to 75 people at rates of $18/hr for residents or $24/hr for non-residents. We also have a kitchen that is available for a flat fee of $8 and $10 respectively. Call us at 817-295-8168 for availability.
What does the center offer? The center has a full size hardwood gym floor available for both volleyball and basketball. Information on the daily gym schedule is available at 817-447-3865.
What recreation classes do you offer? We offer a full range of classes for both youth and adult. These range from tumbling and dance to aerobics and karate and much more. A complete list of our offerings in our activity guide which is mailed out to all who reside within the 76028 zip code. You can also view the guide on-line at the Parks and Recreation site under the activity link. If neither of these options work for you, please drop by the center and get a copy or call us at 817-295-8168, and we will be happy to answer any of your questions..
Can I register for classes and leagues on-line? No, not yet. Hang in there, maybe you will be able to soon.
Does the city offer athletic leagues? Adult athletic leagues are offered through the recreation department with ongoing softball and seasonal volleyball and basketball. Information is listed in the activity guide, or call us at 817-295-8168.
Can I reserve a ballfield? All park facilities, including ballfields, are open to the public at no charge. However, reservation of ballfields (including payment of the required fee) is encouraged if you wish to guarantee your ability to use a specific field at a specific time and date. To reserve a ballfield, park pavilion, etc, call 817-295-8168.
Rainout information? Rainout information is available after 4 p.m. every day by calling the "dunk line" at 817-447-3865.
Does the city offer youth sport leagues? The city itself does not offer youth athletic leagues. For information on Baseball, T-ball, or basketball call 817-447-2255. For Pee Wee Football, call 817-295-6009 and for Burleson Soccer call 817-295-8085.
Does the city have a municipal pool? The pool is located in Chisenhall Park, 500 Chisenhall Park Lane and is open from late May to early August. Daily rates are:
	Residents under 18	1.25
	Non-residents	1.50
	Residendts 18 & over	1.50
	Non-residents	2.00
Can I reserve the pool for a private party? Yes, the pool is generally available for private rental after 6 p.m. from June until August 15th. The rates for rental are:
Residents Up to 50 persons 45.00/hr 50-75 persons 55.00/hr 75-100 person 75.00/hr		Non-Residents 55.00/hr 65.00/hr 85.00/hr
Call 817-295-8168 for availability. The number to the pool is 817-295-9571.
Do you offer swim lessons? Yes in both the morning and evening at the Chisenhall Park pool. All of the lesson information is listed in the activity guide which you can access on-line by clicking on the lin, or by coming by the center or calling us at 817-295-8168.
How can I become a lifeguard? The city employs a number of lifeguards each summer and pays very competitively for licensed guards. Call Human Resources at 817-447-5400 to inquire for job availability. If you are interested in life guard training, the city offers a Red Cross LG course each spring. A discount on the fee is given to all guards who are then employed by the city parks and recreation.
Does the city offer special events? Yes, the city offers Founder's Day, Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade of Lights, Annual Easter Egg Hunt, and Independence Day Fireworks Celebration. See our activity guide for dates and times for these events.
Does the city have a senior citizen program? The city offers a full range of activities for our senior adults. The Activity Center is open from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and hosts many activities during the day (games, travel, musicals, pizza day, health checks, dances and much more. Call Pat at 817-295-6611 for our daily specials.
Where are the parks? A listing of all 10 city parks is given on the parks and recreation page, complete with the amenities available at each park or listed in the activity guide.
Can I rent the pavilions located in the parks? The city does reserve the facilities located in both Warren and Chisenhall parks for 5.00/hr or 8.00/hr for non-resident and electricity is included. Stationary barbecue grills are also located near by. To reserve either pavilion come by the Community Center to pay your fee in advance and to receive your proof of reservation. Call 817-295-8168 for availability.
What's new in the future of my parks? The city was recently awarded a Department of Transportation grant for the development of the Oak Valley Trail System, which will stretch from the Oak Valley neighborhood under I-35 and end in Burleson Old Town Design for the trail is underway and construction should begin in the Fall of 2005. This is only the first segment of what we envision to encircle the entire town.
How are my parks built, maintained and paid for? The majority of funding for park construction and maintenance is from what we call the general fund. This fund is a mixture of many types of fees collected by the city including Ad Valorem. An additional source of funding is contributed by land developers in the form of a park development fund. Land for the acquisition of parks is either acquired from a subdivision development as it is designed or it is purchased outright in a location that the city feels is lacking in park supply.
Who can I call if I have a suggestion or a complaint? The Director of Parks is Peter Krause and he can be reached at 817-295-8168, or by email at pkrause@burlesontx.com.

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This page last updated March 28, 2008

City of Burleson
141 W. Renfro, Burleson, Texas 76028-4296
817-447-5400
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(toll free) 1-877-447-5460

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