Resident Identification Card

A current Resident card is required for ages 4 and over for the following:
-Admission to James J Eagan Center, JFK Community Center, or any other recreational facility
-To obtain pavilion rental permits
-To receive resident rates at our pools, ice rink, classes, or room rentals

Resident cards are good for 2 years from the date of purchase. Proof of residency must be shown AND all members must be listed on the occupancy permit. Individuals interested in purchasing a season pass (facility, outdoor pool, ice rink, stick & puck) may purchase their pass any time, passes are good for one year and may be renewed 30 days before expiration. In order to receive resident rates, proof of residency is required every year. Resident cards will be made up until 30 minutes before the building closes. 

Call 314-921-4466 or 314-921-4250 for more information

Ice Rink Opens

 November 4th, 2024

2024 Ice Rink Closings

*Ice Rink Hotline: 314-266-7335 (call for any schedule updates)

General Information

• For your safety, Ice Rink guards trained in CPR and first aid are on duty. However, there is an element of risk in all Ice Rink activities. Please exercise caution and follow our staff directives.
• Inclement Weather Policy: The Ice Rink may close early due to weather conditions. No rain checks or refunds will be given.
• Any person suspected of being under the influence of a controlled substance will not be allowed in the Rink area.  
• Patrons are not permitted to bring food or drink into the facility. The Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to check baggage if deemed appropriate.  
• City is not responsible for lost or stolen articles.
• For your safety:
  • Skate in a counter-clockwise direction
  • Wear gloves while skating
  • No food or refreshments on the ice
  • Singles or couples skating only
• Figure skating is allowed in the center of the Ice Rink ONLY.
• Management reserves the right to refuse admittance to or eject from the Ice Rink premises any person failing to comply with any staff and safety guidelines.
• The paging of patrons at the Ice Rink will not be allowed. Please make prior communicative arrangements before entering the facility.
• It is the patron's responsibility to read and obey all posted signs for safety purposes.
• The James J. Eagan Center is a smoke-free environment.
• A concession stand is open and refreshments are available during public skating sessions.  
• Locker rentals are available.
• Phone number: 314-921-4470
• Hotline number: 314-266-7335

FITNESS CENTERS

James J. Eagan (JJE) Fitness Center | 1 James J. Eagan Drive

John F. Kennedy (JFK) Fitness Center | 315 Howdershell Drive 

FITNESS CENTER POLICIES

• The Florissant Parks and Recreation Department strongly encourages you to consult with your physician before beginning any new fitness routine.
• A liability waiver must be signed and on file prior to using this facility. A parent or legal guardian must sign the release for children ages 13-18.
• Children 12 and under are not permitted in the fitness center.
• Children 13-15 must be accompanied by a parent, or approved guardian.
• Proper exercise attire is required. A shirt is required at all times as well as rubber soled shoes. No jeans, cut-offs, sandals, or work boots are allowed.
• Only sealable containers, such as water bottles, are permitted for beverages. Food is not permitted.
• During crowded conditions, there is a 30-minute time limit on cardio equipment. Reserve your time on the cardio equipment by using the sign on sheet located at the equipment.
• The Recreation Staff strongly recommend the use of a spotter when weight lifting.
• Return all weights and dumbbells to the racks after use.
• Weight lifting chalk is prohibited.
• Be courteous to the next user, wipe equipment off when done.
• Use collars when working with free weights. Do not drop weights.
• Personal radio are allowed only with headphones.
• Contact a Recreation Staff member to have a television channel changed.
• Report any equipment problems to the Recreation Staff.
• The City of Florissant is not responsible for lost or stolen articles; leave bags and personal belongings in a locker.
• Follow all Recreation Staff Directives.

FITNESS PROGRAMMING

GROUP FITNESS

JJE hosts a roughly 1,000 square foot Fitness Studio that offers a range of fitness classes for participants of all fitness level. Classes are offered throughout the week at varying times. 

Rainout Line: 314-266-7335

Adult Leagues

Florissant offers various adult sports leagues, including Softball, Sand Volleyball, Basketball, Pickleball and Kickball.

Information on all of our leagues can be found on Team Sideline. 

Team Sideline is used for scheduling and keeping up with game scores

Click the logo below to be taken to Florissant's Team Sideline page.

Youth Leagues

Empower North Country Soccer at Koch Park

CLICK HERE to Register

 Practice Permits

The City of Florissant offers varies fields for practice permits located at St. Ferdinand Park, Koch Park, and Dunegant Park. Allowing for baseball, softball, soccer, and football.

Returning Fall permit holders will have the opportunity to obtain the same field (day and time) for the 2023 season. (Exception is if your field will be taken out of rotation for games or maintenance)

Returning Fall permit holders can apply beginning June 19th. New applicants will be considered beginning July 3rd

All Fall permits will be in effect from August 1st- November 15th

The fee for a Fall permit is a one-time $195.00 fee

The permit is good for one practice field two times a week (up to 4 hours).

Practice times for fields with lights will be broken up into 5-7pm and 7-9pm slots.

Please see attachment for the Practice Permit Application.

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*Indicates Parks have Pavilions that residents can make reservations. 

Click on the Park to find out more information about that park.

Walking Paths of Florissant

Get Acquainted With Florissant Parks

The City, through its Parks and Recreation Department, offers 20 parks comprising almost 400 acres, a variety of recreation facilities, including two community centers, an aquatic center, an 18-hole public golf course, a covered ice rink and many other recreation programs and services to the residents of Florissant.  

There are fifteen pavilions available for reservation by residents only. Pavilions may be reserved beginning the first business day in January of each year with at least a two-week advance reservation required. Pavilions may be reserved by telephone or in-person at either the JJE Center or JFK Community Center. Pavilion fees are non-refundable.


Effective 9/29/2020 the new park hours are:

Dawn until  8 p.m. or ½ hour after the last scheduled game

With the exception of Tower Court Park Dawn until 10 p.m.

The only domesticated animals allowed in the parks are dogs and cats, which must be on a leash no longer than six feet.

The staff of the Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to answer any questions pertaining to Florissant's parks and recreation programs. Please call 921-4466 or 314-921-4250 for additional information.

Pavilion Reservation Information

Florissant residents may reserve a pavilion at our parks from April 1st through October 31st.  An updated resident card will be required. See "Resident Identification Cards" for more information on obtaining a resident identification card. A resident may call or come to either community center to make a reservation. Ballfields are rented separately from the pavilions; if unoccupied you are welcome to use them. Guests wishing to use Bangert Pool must follow all rules and regulations and adhere to all minimum supervision ratios. Anyone at a party wishing to receive resident rates at the pool must present their own valid resident card. Any special requests such as bounce houses, pony rides, etc. must be pre-approved and the request should be made at the time of reservation. DJS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT THE PARKS DUE TO THE PROXIMITY TO RESIDENTIAL HOUSES.

There is also a refundable damage deposit of $200.

Pavilion rental fees are non-refundable. A minimum of one week notice is required to reserve a pavilion.

Facility Rentals

The City of Florissant welcomes you and your guests to our newly renovated event venue offerings. Below is the list of our many beautiful spaces to accommodate anywhere from 30 to 499 guests at the most affordable prices in town. Our rooms have been updated with new lighting, flooring and décor. Book your next event with us!

Contact Bev Behlmann 314-921-4250 Contact Bev Behlmann 314-921-4250 bbehlmann@florissantmo.com

You can now register for classes online, sign up for leagues, and put down a deposit on one of our many newly updated party rooms and event venues https://secure.rec1.com/MO/florissant-mo/catalog

Information listed below pertains to rentals at the James J. Eagan Center and the JFK Community Center.

• Applicants must be 21 or older.
• Applicant must agree to abide by all ordinances, rules and regulations along with any staff directives.
• No live music is allowed. Renters are required to notify staff at time of application that music will be played and will be subject to certain limitations. 
• No amplified music allowed.  Failure to adhere to the music policy could result in cancellation of the rental.
• All guests must enter through the main entrance.
• Bachelor, bachelorette and graduation parties are prohibited.
• Birthday parties for ages 16-29 are prohibited.
• Birthday parties for ages 13-15 are allowed only as a Party Package rental. Party Package rentals are held only at the JJE Center in the small meeting room. Pool Package includes 15 vouchers and an Ice Rink Package includes 30 vouchers. These packages are held during public sessions only and are only a portion of the rental time.
• Both facilities are NON- SMOKING FACILITIES. Smoking is not allowed within 20 feet of the facility. This includes e-cigarettes and vaping. 
• Alcohol may only be consumed by a person 21 or older. The renter is responsible that this policy is adhered. 
• Meeting room reservations must be made at least 1 week in advance, subject to availability. Gymnasium and Nature Lodge rentals must be made at least 45 days in advance.
• All fees must be paid at least 30 days prior to the event. Failure to do so will result in forfeiture of the deposit and cancellation of the rental.
  
• All cancellations must be submitted in writing 30 days prior to the event and will be subject to a $10 processing fee. Any cancellation made with less than 30 days will result in forfeiture of your rental fee.
• Renters must check in with photo ID at front desk with the Park Ranger or Supervisor on Duty. Renter is required to be present for the duration of the rental time.
• Details for the rental will only be discussed with the person listed on the rental contract.
• Signs may not be posted outside or on the room.
• Confetti, glitter or live candles are prohibited. Birthday candles on cakes are permitted.
• Renters must check out at the front desk before leaving. All decorations must be free standing.  Nothing can be taped or attached to the walls, ceilings, windows or floors and must be disposed of properly.  Tables should be cleaned off. Please make sure all trash is in bags in the receptacles. If extra bags or a mop is needed please check with the front desk staff.
• The premises must be left in proper order. Thus the renter must check out with a front desk staff member to insure that clean-up has been completed in order for deposit to be refunded.
• Please be considerate of other patrons using the facility. Renters have access to the rental room only. Use of the facility amenities otherwise require proper entrance fees be paid by those wishing to use other amenities. 
• Any damage to the facility will result in forfeiture of the deposit.
• Anything brought into the facility besides food and drinks will need to be approved in advance.

 See the "Outdoor Pools" subtopic under the "Pools" tab for information on reserving a birthday party at Bangert Pool.

Click here for map : 2300 Sunset Park Dr

The Nature Lodge at Sunset Park is the perfect venue for your next family gathering, small wedding reception, group meeting, and much more. This beautiful venue is located in the heart of one of Florissant's many parks and is available for rental (certain exclusions apply). The pricing information is below. Call 314-921-4250 for more information regarding the rental of the Nature Lodge.  

Nature Lodge

2700 Sunset Park Dr, Florissant, MO 63031

45-day notice required

$300 refundable damage deposit due at booking

Top Floor

• 5-hour minimum rental time
• Holds 56 people

Bottom Floor

• 5-hour minimum rental time
• Holds 56 people

Entire Lodge

• 6-hour minimum rental time
• Holds 112 people (56 on each floor)

Join us in 2024 at Saint Ferdinand Park as we "Light the Darkness" for suicide prevention awareness. Choose between a 5K and 1 Mile course that runners and walkers of all ages can enjoy! All participants will receive a custom event t-shirt and also be given a one-of-a-kind finishers medal as they cross the finish line. Additional glow items will be for sale, and we encourage participants to get creative and have fun with this exciting theme. Registration can be done online, or by visiting the JFK or James J. Eagan Community Centers and completing a registration form. Fees are $25 until August 29th, 2024 then $30 through race day. T-shirt sizes can only be guaranteed to those who register by August 29th, 2024. Call 314-921-4250 or 314-921-4466 for more information!

Packet pick-up will occur at the James J Eagan Center (JJE Center) at 1 James J Eagan Drive Florissant, MO 63034 on Wednesday, September 18th from 5P-7:30P and Thursday, September 19th from 9A-7:30P. Day of packet pick-up will occur at Saint Ferdinand Park at Pavilion 4 (back of the park by sand volleyball courts) from 5:00P-7:00P.  

100% of the net proceeds will be donated to two local mental health and suicide prevention organizations to help fund outreach programs in our local schools including the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and CHADS Coalition for Mental Health.v

Click here for sponsorship, donor, and exhibitor information.

Thank you to our 2024 Suicide Prevention Fundraiser Sponsors!

Spotlight (Presenting) Sponsor

Start/Finish line including lighted trusses, fire and fog effects provided by:

All of the money raised at the events above will be donated to the Eastern MO Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and CHADS Coalition for Mental Health to fund local outreach programs, research, and more!

         About              Projects/Events             Links                   Membership

Mission

The Gardeners of Florissant is a nonprofit organization committed to protecting and beautifying the environment and sharing our knowledge with others

Organization

• Organized as Men's Garden Club of Florissant in 1958; incorporated as Gardeners of Florissant in 1994
• General Meetings third Monday each month at 7:00 p.m. at Florissant Valley Christian Church (1325 N. Highway 67)
• Meetings at members' homes during Summer months at 6:30 p.m. Locations TBD
• Board meetings third Monday each month at 6:30 p.m. at Florissant Valley Christian Church (1325 N. Highway 67)

Projects/Events

• Arbor Day Tree Planting TBD by the City of Florissant
• Annual Plant Sale at James J. Eagan Civic Center, Valley of the Flowers Festival Friday (12-9 pm) and Saturday (9 am-6 pm). *Location and time subject to change as necessary.  Click here for latest Plant Sale Information
• Civic Center Rose Garden, ongoing care and maintenance
• Jamestown New Horizons, ongoing monetary support
• “Garden of the Month” ongoing awards in Florissant
• Bus tour to various gardens and nurseries, Summer
• Picnic at St. Ferdinand Park, Fall
• Flower and Plant Show, seasonal rotation date and location TBD
• Awards Installation and Holiday Dinner, December
• Bernie Keence Memorial Garden on Pershall Rd., ongoing planting and garden maintenance
• Historical Florissant, Gittemeier House support
• Seed swapping with other organizations around the country
• Local resident gardening assistance (as requested)
• Local Community Gardens support

Links

• Gardeners of Florissant Facebook page
• Florissant Mo Gardening Group
• Missouri Botanical Gardens
• Missouri Wildflower Guide
• Missouri Department of Conservation
• St. Louis Composting (Formerly ORMI in North County)

Membership

If you are interested in gardening, would like to share your knowledge, or want to learn more about gardening, consider becoming a member of Gardeners of Florissant. To learn more about the Club, email Jenny Meyer, Membership Chairperson, at sjkmeyer@sbcglobal.net, or fill out an application and send to Gardeners of Florissant, PO Box 2742, Florissant, MO 63032. (click below to get an application)

Membership Application

Contact Information

For general inquiries about the Gardeners of Florissant please contact Peggy Dussold, President, at  gardenersofflorissant@gmail.com or dssld1975@gmail.com

Updated January 2024

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The Adopted Budgets are the annual operating budgets as adopted by the City Council.

Audit Reports are the audited financial reports as prepared by an independent accounting firm.

• Charles "Chuck" Bobinette
• Oliver "Glen" Boyer
• Irvin Davis
• Tim Fitch
• Tim Flora
• Gary Gaertner
• Kevin Garrison
• Ray Johnson
• Daniel Linza
• Robert Lowery
• Gary O'Neal
• Neil Quirk
• Carl Schultz
• Matthew Simpson

The City's Building Division enforces all building and zoning code issues of existing properties, redevelopment, new, and remodeling construction projects within the City, issues construction permits and occupancy permits and performs all related plan review and inspection for both residential and commercial projects. For general questions, inspections, occupancy, etc., contact Public Works, please call (314) 839-7648, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

F.L.E.R.T. BUS (Florissant Local Elderly Resident Transportation)

FREE bus transportation is available for curb to curb transportation anywhere within the City Limits of Florissant for Senior residents, Monday through Friday from 8:30 am until 4:00 pm, and limited use on weekends. Appointments may be scheduled Monday through Friday by calling 314-839-1776, between the hours of 8:30 am and 12:00 pm. Reservations are required 24 hours in advance for regular trips. Medical appointments are accepted three to five working days in advance. City sponsored parties, flu shots, tax appointments and the Mayor's Town Hall meeting are accepted three to five working days in advance. A wheelchair accessible bus is also available for Senior Citizens if needed.  

Call the Senior Office at 314-839-7605 for more information.

The Florissant Police Department is proud to offer a number of services that will benefit the community as a whole.

•    DISCOUNTED TRASH SERVICE:  Florissant Residents 60 years of age or older may be eligible for a substantial discount on their trash bill.  
Call Gateway Disposal at (314-900-2070) to see if you qualify.  


•    RECREATION DISCOUNT:  Any Florissant Resident 60 years of age and older is qualified to receive applicable Senior Discounts with their City of Florissant Resident Card.  This card entitles the holder to receive a discounted rate on most programs and admission fees in our Parks and Recreation Department. Call the Parks Department at 314-921-4466 for more information.

For questions regarding the Engineering Division, please email engineering@florissantmo.com or call Public Works at 314 / 839-7643

The City's Engineering Division is responsible for assuring the quality of the City's infrastructure which includes all bridges, roads, sanitary and storm sewers, along with state and county highway projects through design and construction.  Related programs consist of administering the Residential Sanitary Sewer Lateral Insurance Program and the Sidewalk Trip Hazard Removal Program, regulation of properties within the City's floodplain and underground fuel storage facilities, conducting reviews and monitoring of new and existing subdivisions, various City Hall improvement projects, applying for various federal and state grants, in addition to, working closely with the Mayor, Economic Development Director, and the Building Division on all new developments in the City.  Additionally, the Engineering Division maintains the City's Geographic Information System (GIS), all City maps, information on all City-owned buildings and structures, monitors and regulates all public right-of-ways and adheres to the residents inquires on various engineering issues.

Where do I pay traffic tickets?

• The Municipal Court building located at 4575 Washington St, Florissant, MO 63033
• You may also choose to pay your ticket online by going to https://www.ipaycourt.com/florissant.

How do I post bond for someone who has been arrested?

• If you wish to post a bond for some being held at the Florissant Police Department on a Florissant municipal charge, you will need your identification as the surety, and either cash or a money order in the amount of the bond. We cannot accept personal checks for bond.

How do I obtain a record check.

• Because the Florissant Police Department is only allowed to release information about arrests or conviction on cases originating in Florissant, you must request area wide record checks from the St. Louis County Police Department by appearing in person at 7900 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, MO.

How do I obtain an order of protection?

You can seek a court order of protection against the person who is abusing your or a dependent child if the following conditions are met:

• Both you and the accused must be:
• At least 18 years of age, unless you are married and living apart from your parents; and
• If not married or living together, have a child in common;
• Living together in the same dwelling, or previously lived together in the same dwelling (even if only for a short time).
• Are related by blood or marriage
• The accused has intentionally injured your; attempted to physically injure you; place you in fear of immediate physical injury; or committed coercion, harassment, sexual assault, or unlawful imprisonment or stalked you.

Where to apply:
Adult Abuse Office, Room 156
St. Louis County Courts Building
7900 Carondolet Avenue
Clayton, MO 63105
Phone: 314/615-4725 or 615-8086

What time is curfew for juveniles?

• Juveniles under age of 17 are not allowed to be out between the hours on 11:00 pm and 5:00 am Sunday through Thursday, and between midnight and 5:00 am on Friday and Saturday nights.

What is neighborhood watch?

• Neighborhood Watch instills a greater sense of security and well being by bringing law enforcement and the community together as a team. The program provides citizens the techniques to reduce the risk of being victimized by improving home security and recognizing suspicious activities. Over 5,000 Florissant residents are active Neighborhood Watch participants.

Don't you have better things to do than write speeding tickets?

• As a matter of fact, traffic related complaints, including speeding, are year after year the number one complaint of Florissant residents. In response to these complaints the department conducts traffic related educational programs, produces media alerts about the problems, employs two radar display trailers to educate motorists about their driving habits, and as a last resort we do write about 15,000 citations annually.

I received a telephone solicitation from a caller representing the police. Was the caller legitimate?

• The Florissant Police Department does not solicit contributions for the department or it's officers and we do not condone this activity. However, various police officer and police chief associations across the state do solicit in this fashion. We believe that if you wish to make a donation to benefit law enforcement you find a more direct method that results in the organization reaping the benefits instead of the operator who may get more than half of the contribution as a fee for the fundraising.

Who do I call if regarding utility outages?

• Water Breaks: Missouri American Water 1-866-430-0820
• Electricity: Ameren UE 342-1000