PARKS & OPEN SPACE Heron Lake Open Space Sunset Maple Park PARKS & OPEN SPACE Thomas Open Space/Isabelle Farm Lafayette's Open Space and its extensive trail system Coal Creek Trail provide recreation and wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the community. With over 1,617 acres of solely and jointly owned designated open space and numerous miles of open space trails, Lafayette's open space contributes to the small town feel residents and businesses find appealing. PARKS: 20 parks, featuring amenities like: restrooms, water features, play structures, shelters (available to rent), and more. TRAILS: Over 23 miles of soft surface trails for hiking and biking with plenty of wild adventure for the whole family. Amenities include shade, benches, and pet pick-up stations. OPEN SPACE: Lafayette’s 1,617 acres of solely and jointly owned open spaces exhibit how residents and wildlife can flourish together. Open space properties provide for organic farms, environmental education, nature discovery, trail recreation, and wildlife viewing opportunities including amazing birding, prairie dog colonies, and coyote dens. Turn to our Community Events pages to learn about upcoming Open Space Programs. FOR A FULL LIST OF PARKS, TRAILS, OPEN SPACE, AND THEIR AMENITIES PLEASE VISIT: lafayetteco.gov/Facilities lafayetteco.gov/Recreation | Fall 2021 51
POLICIES POLICIES RECREATION CENTER ► Appropriate apparel must be worn in accordance with POLICIES & PROCEDURES the area of the facility being used. Shoes and shirts are required at all times. Only non-marking shoes are All facility guests using a daily fee area must check-in at allowed in the racquetball courts or in the gymnasium. the front reception desk. Guests found to be using the Proper swim attire (bathing suits) must be worn in all facility without paying will be asked to leave and may be pools. No street clothes will be allowed in the pools. suspended from future use. Shirts and close-toed, non-marking shoes are required in the weight room and gymnasium. ► There is no smoking, chewing tobacco, marijuana, alcoholic beverages or gum allowed in the Center. ► Changes in the recreation schedule may occur without Food and drink are permitted only in designated areas notice. The Adult Swim times may be cancelled, or the (lobby, multiuse rooms, outdoor patio). Sports drinks hours changed, during holidays and school in-service and water brought past the front desk must be in a days. Call the Recreation Center at 303-665-0469 or spill-proof, non-breakable bottle. No glass is allowed the information line at 303-665-0468 if you have any in the Center. questions. The recreation staff will enforce all rules and safety policies ► Equipment, including basketballs, racquetball racquets for the benefit and enjoyment of all. Our Center Staff is and balls, and a Walleyball set are available for check always available to help you. If you have any feedback, out for current members of an active status household please feel free to contact any member of the staff. from the Front Desk CODE OF CONDUCT ► The Recreation Center is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles. It is strongly recommended that you The City of Lafayette Recreation & Facility Management do not bring any valuables into the Center. Please Department seeks to create a welcoming environment for turn in any found articles to the lost and found at the all facility users and program/activity participants. To front desk. Lost items may be identified and retrieved help ensure a safe and satisfactory experience for all, the from the front desk. City expects that respectful, courteous and considerate behavior is exhibited at all times by those visiting our ► A courtesy phone is located in the vestibule and facilities and participating in programs and activities. outside the family locker rooms for personal calls. Please be considerate of other guests when using A violation of the Code of Conduct may include, but is mobile phones in the facility. not limited to: disorderly conduct, the use of offensive, threatening or abusive language or gestures, theft, ► The Center lockers operate on a padlock system. public intoxication, use of drugs, sexual misconduct, Patrons may bring a personal lock to secure harassment, failure to cooperate with Department belongings in a locker. If needed, combination personnel, possession of any type of weapon, non- padlocks are available for purchase at the Front Desk compliance with Department rules and regulations, any for $8.00. Staff will cut off personal locks remaining unlawful activity, and any other behavior deemed to be on lockers at the end of each business day. Personal disruptive. The City reserves the right to deny admission items remaining in the locker will be placed in lost and or take appropriate disciplinary actions against any and found. Check for items at the Front Desk. After individual violating this Code of Conduct. three weeks, if not claimed, lost and found items will be donated to Sister Carmen. PERSONAL TRAINER POLICIES ► Cameras/camera phones are not allowed in the locker ► Personal Training clients must notify their trainer, room areas. Please stow these items in a bag or Fitness Coordinator or Front Desk staff at least 24 hours carrying case. in advance of a session to reschedule. Cancellations and changes made less than 24 hours prior to the session ► Family Locker Rooms are available for use by adults and any missed appointments will be charged in full. with young children and patrons who require assistance in the locker room. ► The Lafayette Recreation Center does not permit personal training in exchange for money or services by anyone in ► Racquetball reservations may be made two days in the facility other than authorized City of Lafayette staff. advance. Failure to show for a racquetball reservation without a two hour notice may result in a suspension of court reservation privileges. Racquets are available for checkout during your reserved time on the court only. Adult annual pass holders may reserve seven days in advance. 52 Fall 2021 | Bob L. Burger Recreation Center | 303-665-0469
POLICIES AGE GUIDELINES ALL AREAS: For your child’s safety, all children under ten (10) years of age must be supervised by a guest 16 years or older. LOCKER ROOMS: In the best interest of all our patrons, children six (6) years of age and older are required to use the gender- appropriate locker room. RUNNING TRACK: Available to anyone age 12 years and older. Infants are permitted in a personal baby carrier/harness only. Strollers are not permitted on the track. POOL AREAS: Children five (5) years of age or younger, who will be swimming, must display the appropriate wristband and be accompanied by a paying guest 16 years or older who is in the water, within arms reach of the child(ren). Children 6 - 9 years of age must be supervised by a guest 16 years or older who is present and attentive in the pool area. FITNESS AREAS: Weight and fitness equipment is available to anyone age 15 years and older. Those between the ages of 15-17 must complete a weight room/fitness equipment orientation. PARTICIPANTS WITH DISABILITIES People with disabilities are welcome and invited to contact the Recreation Department at 303-665-0469 to discuss the need for adaptations and assistance. Requests for scheduled activities should be made at least two weeks before the start date. Families with children with disabilities are encouraged to complete the Support Assistance Form available at the BBRC Front Desk when registering. The appropriate Recreation Department staff member will contact you after receiving the completed questionnaire. The City of Lafayette does not provide customized care or individualized personal assistance. POLICIES lafayetteco.gov/Recreation | Fall 2021 53
LAFAYETTE SENIOR CENTER ART SHOWCASE CALL FOR ARTISTS AGE 55+ ENTRY DETAILS Register & Submit Pieces: Now thru Aug. 27 Fee: R $5 / NR $6 Artist Reception: Oct. 1, 6pm oil acrylics water media photography pastels drawing printmaking Deliver pieces to Lafayette Senior Services 103 S. Iowa Ave, between 9am-4pm. For more information, contact Senior Services at 303-665-9052 54
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