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General MyRec Dept Policies


Park and Safety Rules

HOURS OF OPERATION
MyRec Dept is open from Dawn to Dusk unless otherwise posted.
EXCEPTIONS of parks with Lighted Sports Fields. For information on permits, visit the Reservations page on this website.

FISHING

Fishing is allowed in the various ponds and lakes at city parks A fishing license is required. Please note that a fishing license from the MyRec Municipal Clerk is required. For information on fishing licenses visit myrec.com.  

METAL DETECTING

Please note metal detecting or ground penetrating radar at the park sites is not allowed. 
According to State of MyRec Antiquities Code and deed restrictions:
  • Digging (“breaking ground”) for anything like this in a park requires a permit from the State Historical Commission.
  • The party breaking ground must be a qualified archeologist approved by the State per code
  • Anything actually found beneath the surface is the property of the State of Texas per code

SWIMMING

Swimming is allowed in City pools only during their regular operating hours and season.


PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS

  • Park hours are from dawn to dusk
  • Glass containers are prohibited
  • Alcoholic beverage consumption is prohibited (unless otherwise indicated)
  • Littering is prohibited. Use trash receptacles
  • Scooters and skateboards prohibited
  • Motorized vehicles prohibited off roadways and beyond parking areas
  • Improperly parked vehicles will be towed
  • Two hour parking for patrons only
  • Vending or sales prohibited without permit
  • Hunting or use of firearms prohibited
  • Dogs are to remain on leash at all times
  • Pet owners are required to pick up after pets
  • Plants and animals are protected - do not remove or molest
  • No person shall feed any animal, fowl, or fish in the parks. No wildlife feeders shall be installed in a park without written permission of the Director.
  • Control noise levels – please be respectful of others
  • Destroying public property is prohibited 
  • No smoking allowed in any MyRec park interior and exterior spaces/facilities.