FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the hours of operation?

Monday - Thursday       5:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Friday                           5:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Saturday                       8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Sunday                         1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m

What is Park Enforcement?

The City of Frederick's Parks and Recreations Department employs a full time Park Enforcement Agent. The goal is to make sure the Parks and Recreation facilities remain safe and enjoyable for all to use. To accomplish this goal they: patrol the parks, check park facilities, answer citizen questions, address citizen concerns· enforce rules, regulations and ordinances of the City. When using the City parks please follow all laws. If you observe any suspicious activities, vandalism, or safety hazard in our parks, please let us know by contacting Jesse Goode, Park Enforcement Agent, for The City of Frederick at 301-600-3850 or jgoode@cityoffrederick.com.

Do I need a Department of Recreation ID card to enter?

The Wm. Talley Fitness Center and Gymnasium are open to the general public with a fee. You may pay the daily entrance or purchase a membership. Prices are based on residency. Please be prepared to show identification. (City or Non City) Please see chart below for specific cost. Our satellite sites, Thomas Johnson Middle School and Whittier Elementary School also have nominal entrance fees. Times vary daily on open gym availability at all locations. Please check schedule or call our main reception desk at 301.600.1492.

What are the fees?

Where can I find out more information on the new Talley Fitness Center?

Download the brochure by clicking here

How can I get on the mailing list?

E-mail your name & address to afeinberg@cityoffrederick.com or send to the Dept. of Recreation, Attn: April, 121 N. Bentz Street, Frederick, MD 21701; or call 301-600-3848 & we'll be happy to include you when we mail the quarterly program brochures.


How can I rent a park or pavilion?

First call 301-600-1493 to check the park's availability, then come to the Recreation Department and complete the application to use a City facility, pay the required fee & your signed & approved permit will be mailed to you.

How do I get items of concern to the Director or the Recreation Commission?

Public input can be heard at our monthly Recreation Commission meetings, which are held the third Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. at the William R. Talley Recreation Center, 121 N. Bentz Street. If you have a concern regarding your neighborhood park or policy about the City parks, please contact Roelkey Myers at rmyers@cityoffrederick.com or 301-600-1902 to be placed on the agenda for the next available Recreation Commission meeting.

How do I register for classes?

You can register in person, by mail or over the phone using VISA or MasterCard. If you choose by mail, obtain a registration form from the brochure, complete form, enclose a check for the fee of the class and mail to: City of Frederick Recreation Department, ATTN: Registration, 121 N. Bentz St. Frederick, MD, 21701.


When does registration for swim lessons start?

Information regarding the Summer Swim Program (i.e., class dates, times, levels, etc.) is available in February of each year. Registration usually begins in March; however, exact registration dates will be included with the information released in February.


Is the Baker Park pool the same as Thomas Pool?

Yes, the Edward P. Thomas, Jr. Memorial Swimming Pool is located on Fleming Avenue in Baker Park. Many residents refer to this as the Baker Park pool.


Where is the Diggs Pool?

The William R. Diggs Memorial Swimming Pool is located in Mullinix Park along the Carroll Creek promenade (behind the County Court House & City Police Department). An access road off of West All Saints Street leads to the Diggs Pool & Mullinix Park.


Does the City have a youth basketball league?

Yes, we have numerous basketball opportunities for youth. The Little Hoops program is an intramural league where teams actually play one another. The Junior Varsity division is for ages 6-8; the varsity division is for ages 9-11. The K.I.D.S. Program is a clinic, which teaches the fundamentals of the game. Scrimmages are held towards the end of the program. It also has Junior Varsity and Varsity age groups. Contact bsmith@cityoffrederick.com or 301-600-3846 for more information.


Does the City have a youth soccer program?

Yes - we offer a Fall and Spring program for Under 7 and Under 10 age divisions. Registration for the Fall program begins in May although the season actually starts in September. Registration for the Spring program begins in December with the season actually starting in April. Contact bsmith@cityoffrederick.com or 301-600-3846 for more information.


How can I volunteer my time?

Among other things, the Recreation Department actively seeks volunteers to coach with all of our youth sports programs - basketball, soccer, and in-line hockey. Call the Recreation Department at 301-600-1492 today for more information.