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SITE INDEX
Richfield
Recreation Services Department
Address:
7000 Nicollet Ave. S.
Richfield, MN 55423
612-861-9360
612-861-9385
Rec Services
Director:
Jim Topitzhofer
Contact:
Recreation Contacts
Contact Form
For information about receiving financial
assistance for recreation program fees, click here to read more about the
Passport program.
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CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE
BROCHURE AND APPLICATION.What is the
Passport program?
Passport is a program that enables people to participate in City of
Richfield Recreation programs who may otherwise be unable, due to financial
constraints.
How does the program work?
Participants may use their Passport card to
receive discounts on the following programs:
-Richfield Older Adult programs
-Richfield Recreation programs
-Wood Lake Nature Center programs
-Richfield Community Education programs
-Richfield Ice Arena programs
-Richfield Outdoor Pool passes
-Richfield Youth Athletics
Participants may use up to $75 per person in discounts for
Richfield Recreation Services programs (Community Center, Recreation and
Wood Lake). Other participating agencies will set their own discount limits;
consult with them if you have any questions. Some programs may not be
eligible for a discount; please inquire about specific programs before
registering.
Who’s eligible to participate in Passport?
To qualify, participants must be Richfield
residents and must meet one of the following:
-Participation in
Free or Reduced Lunch program through the Richfield School District.
-Eligibility to receive financial
aid from Hennepin County.
-Eligibility
to receive Social Security disability.
-A
financial hardship that prevents full payment of a program fee.
How do I apply?
Click on this link to view the brochure, which
includes an application form and mail to the Richfield Recreation
Department, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, MN 55423. When your
eligibility has been verified (usually within a week), you will receive a
letter of notification and your Passport card. This card should be presented
at the time of registration for any of the participating recreation
programs.
How often must I apply?
Each year, Passport participants will be
notified by mail and asked to renew their memberships, if they choose.
Why is the City offering this program?
It is the City’s belief that all people should
be encouraged to participate in recreation programs; the City is committed
to helping people overcome financial limitations that may make participation
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Voluntary Program Participation
By registering for a recreation program, the participant understands that
participation in this activity is completely voluntary and the activity is
being offered for the benefit of the participant. The City of Richfield
shall not be liable for any claims, injuries or damages of whatever nature
incurred by the participant due to the negligence of the City, its agents or
employees arising out of or connected with the activity. The participant or
participant's representative, by registration in this program, releases and
discharges the City, its agents or employees from any such claims, injuries
or damages.
Consent to Photography and
Video Recordings of Programs
Richfield
Recreation Services uses photography and
video recordings to document activities and
promote recreation opportunities. Participation in a recreation activity
acts as your consent to such photographs and recordings unless you indicate
otherwise to City staff.
Program
Cancellations and Refund Policy
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The
Richfield Recreation Services Department reserves the right to
cancel class(es) or activities due to insufficient enrollment or
other reasons. Full refunds are given when classes are cancelled by
our Department.
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When a class is not cancelled by the
Recreation Services Department, registered program participants are
eligible to receive a refund when cancelling prior to one week
before the first class session. No refunds will be issued when
requested within one week or (or after) the start of the first class
session unless for bona fide medical reasons.
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Prorated refunds can be authorized for
medical reasons upon presentation of a physician statement.
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Refunds are not issued for classes
missed due to illness or vacations.
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No refunds are issued for programs
involving bus transportation, contracted services/instruction or
prepaid admissions.
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