Q: How do I find out about youth and adult athletics?
A: The Recreation Activities Coordinator maintains an athletic table on our website with contacts and information on various organizations who offer athletic opportunities. Click the link below: http://www.cityofpittsfield.org/city_hall/community_development/parks_and_recreation/athletics.php
Q: Do I need to have a permit for a special event in a park?
A: In order to request permission to use the Pittsfield public parks for events, you must submit a Special Events Permit Application. The City of Pittsfield has adopted online permitting for the submittal of Special Event Permit Applications. Paper permit applications will no longer be accepted as of September 10, 2018. For more details/directions on how to register and apply online, please click here.
Because your event will be in a park, you will also need to appear before the Parks Commission for approval. To get on a meeting agenda, you will need to submit the application online at least 45 days prior to your event. The Parks Commission meets the third Tuesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. in room 203 of City Hall. A representative from the event organization must be present at the meeting. Consult with Parks & Recreation Program Staff about your type of event at 499-9368.
Q: When does the Park Commission meet?
A: The Park Commission meets the third Tuesday of every month.
Q: How do I rent the portable Artabout Stage?
A: Contact the Recreation Activities Coordinator at 499-9371 for availability and pricing. Reservations can be made beginning the third full week in January. Reservations are first come, first serve; the stage is popular in the summer.
Q: What is the length of Clapp Park's track?
A: The length of the track is 1/3 of a mile.
Q: What is the length of Belanger Park Facility's track?
A: The length of the track is 1/4 of a mile.
Q: Where can I find information about the Halloween Parade?
A: Please refer to the Halloween Parade section of the Department of Community Development’s webpages for more information.
Q: When is Trick or Treat?
A: Please refer to the Halloween Parade section of the Department of Community Development’s webpages for more information.
Q: I have a tree that I would like to donate for Park Square’s Christmas tree; how can I get on the donor list?
A: Please refer to the Park Square Christmas Tree Search section of the Department of Community Development’s webpages for more information.
Q: Where can I view the Pittsfield Public Parks Rules and Regulations?
A: Please refer to the Pittsfield Public Parks Rules and Regulations section of the Department of Community Development’s webpage.
Q: How do I rent the Controy Pavilion?
A: The rental of the Controy Pavilion is overseen by the Building & Grounds Maintenance Department. Contact the department at 499-9476 for availability, pricing and reservation process.
Q: How do I go about reserving a play/practice field?
A: The availability of play/practice fields is limited during the Spring, Summer, and Fall seasons. Obtain a Field Use Request Form from the Recreation Program and contact 499-9371 for availability of fields.
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