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1. Where can I have an Outdoor Wedding?

There are four (4) places where outdoor weddings are held. Frances Park has three areas (Rose Garden, Overlook, Woodland Trail). A wedding site and pavilion may be reserved up to one year in advance of the rental date. Frances Park Wedding sites maximum allowed, including the wedding party, is 100. For more information contact Parks and Recreation at 517-483-4277, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday.

Turner Dodge Mansion is another area where an outdoor wedding can be held. For more information on Turner Dodge Mansion and grounds call 517-483-4220 Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday between 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p..m.

2. What Parks offer Pavilions for rent in Lansing?

The City of Lansing at four (4) sites where pavilions can be rented. Frances Park, Washington Park, Moores Park and Hunter Park Pavilion. Pavilions may be reserved up to one year in advance of the rental date. Pavilions can be rented from 9:00 a.m. to 8:45 p.m. or any time in between those hours during the rental season. For more information contact Parks and Recreation at 517-483-4277 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

3. Who do I call to report a tree down?

Public Service/Forestry has a complaint/concern line that you can call for help. The number is 517-483-4161 - Please note if the Tree is in your yard the City of Lansing cannot remove it as this is private property.

4. Where is the Cemetery Office?

The Cemetery Office is located at 1709 East Mount Hope directly across from Mt. Hope Cemetery Entrance (Large White Arch). Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Office number is 517-483-4302. Please note that this office has one staff member and it may be best to call ahead before arriving.

5. How many Community Centers does Parks and Recreation have?

The Parks and Recreation Department has four (4) Community Centers. Foster Community Center, Alfreda Schmidt Southside Community Center, Gier Community Center and Letts Community Center. For more information contact Parks and Recreation at 517-483-4277 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday.

6. Who do I call if there is trash in a park?

Please call the Public Service complaint/concern line at (517) 483-4161.

7. What are the Parks and Recreation Office hours?

The Parks and Recreation Administrative Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

8. How do I rent a ballfield?

If you wish to rent a ballfield please contact the Lifetime Sports Office in the Parks and Recreation Department at 517-483-4039.

9. Are Dogs allowed in City Park?

Dogs when permitted are to be restrained by a leash of adequate strength that is no longer than six (6) Feet except in a designated leash free area (Soldan's Dog Park). Dogs are not permitted in Frances Park Garden areas. Dogs are permitted on leash on the Lansing River Trail. Soldan's Dog Park is a leash free park located in Hawk Island Park at 1601 East Cavanaugh Road, Lansing. Soldan's Dog Park is operated by Ingham County Parks Department (517) 676-2233). For more information contact Parks and Recreation at 517-483-4277 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday.

10. How do I volunteer for Lansing Parks & Recreation?

Volunteer youth coaches are always needed. A background check will be conducted. For more information on coaching opportunities contact the Lifetime Sports Office at 517-483-4039 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday. If you would like to volunteer in another capacity such as Community Cleanup, Special Events, Adopt-A-Park, or in any of our recreational services programs please contact - Robin Anderson-King for in facility volunteering at 517-483-4293 or email at robin.anderson-king@lansingmi.gov or Joe Wright for outdoor volunteer work at 517-483-6936 or email at joe.wright@lansingmi.gov