Parks & Recreation - FAQ's

Q.  What is the distance of the "Rails to Trails" path?
A.  1.9 miles

Q.  How does one use the town swimming pools?
A.  Pools are for town residents only - proof of residency required.  Residents may bring one out of town guest. 

Q.  When are the town pools open?
A.  The town pools open the weekend after the schools close for the summer.  Pool hours are 12 Noon to 7:00pm weekdays and 12 Noon to 8:00pm on weekends.

Q.  Are dogs allowed at events held downtown, such as Music On The Green and the Apple Harvest Festival?
A.  Dogs are not allowed at special events per an ordinance passed by the Town Council on 2/14/2005 (Sec. 12-91).  Any person or parent or guardian of an underage person who violates this chapter shall be fined twenty-five dollars ($25.00).  Dogs used by the sight-impaired are allowed.

   Dogs are also not allowed on playing fields during an event.

Q.  The weather has taken a turn for the worse.  How do I find out if an event or game has been cancelled or postponed?
A.  Cancellation information will be posted on the town website or from Parks and Rec office 276-6219.

Q.  How do I obtain a permit for Crescent Lake?
A.  Out of town residents must obtain a permit from the Parks and Rec Department in order to use Crescent Lake.  The out of town permit fee is $25.

   Town residents must show proof of residency.

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