City of Burleson

Does the city operate a community 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 $26.00 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. You are able to register for programs and athletic leagues over the phone with the use of a credit or debit card. Try us out at 817-295-8168.
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. Daily rates are:
	Residents under 18	1.25
	Non-residents	1.50
	Residents 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 link, 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 817-426-9640 to inquire for job availability. If you are interested in life guard training, the city offers a Red Cross LG course each spring.
Does the city offer special events? Yes, the city offers many seasonal events ranging from October’s Founder's Day, Boo- Bash, Santa's Breakfast, Christmas Tree Lighting, Parade of Lights and Christmas Fireworks. We also sponsor two Valentine Dances, Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Summer Music Series in Old Town and the 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 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 Warren, Mistletoe Hill, 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? Dignitaries broke ground on the Recreation Center on Dec. 1, 2008. The two-story 65,000-square-foot recreation center, scheduled to open in March of 2010, is being constructed on 6 acres of the existing Bartlett Park on Summercrest Blvd.. The site was once home to softball and baseball fields, which are being moved to Chisenhall Park. The family fitness center will feature two 1,400-square foot meeting rooms equipped with audiovisual capabilities; a patio for large group events, including receptions and weddings; an indoor swimming area complete with water slides, vortex pools, a current river and a 5-lane lap pool; a 10,000-square-foot aerobics center; and a walking track suspended above twin gymnasium floors. The second level of the center will be home to more than 70 types of exercise equipment, both cardio and strength training (treadmills, ellipticals, stairclimbers) and will include room for Aerobic, Tai Chi, Pilates and gymnastics. Dancing, tumbling and exercise classes will all be taught on the second level. Trainers with nutritional and dietetic backgrounds will join the recreation center staff. The Center will also include an outdoor pool. Chisenhall Farms Sports Complex groundbreaking is June 17. In Phase 1, Chisenhall Farms will include one football field, eight dedicated baseball fields, two joint-use baseball/softball fields, three dedicated softball fields, and two day-use-only softball fields. All the fields in Phase 1 are fully lighted. In Phase 2, the joint-use fields will become dedicated baseball fields and the day-use fields will be completed with lights and cover. The park will also include two concession stands/restrooms, a play area, pavilion, covered spectator seating, backstop netting and numerous other amenities. Chisenhall Farms Sports Complex construction is funded through a combination of voter-approved general obligation bonds and gas royalty revenues. The park is expected to be open for spring league 2010 play.
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 (property tax). An additional source of funding is contributed by land developers in the form of a park development fund. More recently, park development has been funded through natural gas royalties derived from park land. 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 August 26, 2009

City of Burleson
141 W. Renfro, Burleson, Texas 76028-4296
817-426-9600

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